First PC build, needed advice. Intel or AMD

jpdell

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I'm ready to buy my first pc for gaming. I was wondering which Cpu would be better. Intel Core i5 4430 or AMD FX 8320?
 
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Out of the two cpus you listed I would take the FX8320, but you'll need to add a decent cpu cooler like the $29 Cooler Master 212 Evo to really get your money's worth out of it. If you're willing to spend close to $250, I really recommend the i5-4570.

jpdell

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I'm sorry I already have 8 gb of kingston hyperx red ram. I'm looking around $200 usd. I need a mobo that can support my Gpu and internal wifi down the road and at least 2 3.0 usb. I found a combo for price range with the AMD 8320. Here's the mobo. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130637 Would you recommend this with my current setup and mobo requirements? Or any better options?
 

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Out of the two cpus you listed I would take the FX8320, but you'll need to add a decent cpu cooler like the $29 Cooler Master 212 Evo to really get your money's worth out of it. If you're willing to spend close to $250, I really recommend the i5-4570.
 
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jpdell

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I ended up getting the AMD. And with that, how necessary is the cpu cooling for single monitor gaming at 1080i? I rather pay the 30 than fry my build but at the same time it would be easier to buy one later.