2 computers which one???

There is not really a lot of difference, both are great machines. I would get the i7-4770. Newer model processor with additional extensions (which have not really be implemented in many programs yet, but may be in the future) and it uses less power. A better all around processor than the 3820, but strictly for gaming, the 3820 may have a slight edge.
 
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Both computers are good for your needs. If I were you I would go with the second:

http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/user/Middzy/saved/3GSZ

Since it has a newer CPU (Even though its frequency is 100 MHz lower, but it has more technology). http://cpuboss.com/cpus/Intel-Core-i7-4770K-vs-Intel-Core-i7-3820

The difference in DDR3 BUS frequencies (DDR3-1866 and DDR3-1600) is not that noticable when it comes to performance. (But can't you get the DDR3-1866 one for the second computer? I mean since its only 10$ more)

The only thing concerning me is the Samsung SSD in the second computer, I think they have bad reputation (Maybe that's why the Corsair SSD is more expensive even though the Samsung SSD got more capacity?)

I would just say they are both powerful and more than enough to play the latest games or do multiple hard tasks at once.

If money is an issue, why don't you go with AMD motherboard + CPU + GPU? There are AMD CPUs which have much higher benchmark scores and yet they are much cheaper, AMD FX-8350 Eight-Core for example. You also should check AMD HD Radeon 78xx series or the new AMD HD R9 series.

If you just want to stick to only those 2 computers, I would go with the second.

Best,
MJaoune
 


Because the 3820 has 4 memory channels instead of 2, much higher theoretical bandwidth. I said, it may have a slight edge It was not a dramatic declaration.
 
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You are right on this one, it does have 4 memory channels, it also supports more RAM.

Best thing is to take a look at their Benchmarking Scores (According to http://www.cpubenchmark.net):

Intel Core i7-4770K Score: 10373 http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu.php?cpu=Intel+Core+i7-4770K+%40+3.50GHz
Intel Core i7-3820 Score: 9016 http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu.php?cpu=Intel+Core+i7-3820+%40+3.60GHz

Which means Intel Core i7-4770k wins

Best,
MJaoune
 

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i suggest the second one but please make sure the processor and motherboard have the same chipset
secondly if u are going to be gaming buy a larger HDD 256 GB is too low memory for gaming and editing.
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