Done with AMD's bullcrap. Need help upgrading my cpu with Nvidia.

Kilo7- · Jul 2, 2014

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/WNP899 <---my current PC build.

I just want to be done with AMD. Their driver updates are just so crap and always cause problems with my windows boot ups. Catalyst Control center is just a big hassle.

The only parts I'm looking to upgrade are whatever it takes to remove AMD. So the CPU I guess? Also a decent nvida gpu would be nice. Nothing expensive. I'd say roughly a $200 budget.

EDIT: So the GPU is what I want to focus on. Alright.The CPU can wait for later.

damric · Jul 2, 2014

Your HD 7850 is the only quality component in your rig. That's your fault.

fkr · Jul 2, 2014

you will need a new cpu and a new motherboard then also a GPU.

you just need to follow the irritating steps of how to uninstall then reinstall amd GPU drivers. yes they can be a real pain in the arse.

apcs13 · Jul 2, 2014

If you really want to remove everything AMD, you will need a new CPU, GPU, and motherboard, which is pretty much impossible to do for $200 unless all 3 components are crap. Driver issues are only with the GPU, so if you really really hate them that much, just stick to a new Nvidia GPU and keep that CPU for the time being until you have more money, because you WILL regret it if you try to upgrade all 3 on that small of a budget.

With that being said, either a GTX 750 Ti or GTX 760 is your best bet.

You can get a refurbished GTX 760 for $219.99 which is a little over budget but it is a great card and usually $250 +, and the refurb comes from Newegg so you know it is quality. Link : http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?gclid=CjgKEAjwuMmdBRDljdfi2_qQpxkSJADDCRwsMxZvdUFcX9OzBy8jQI8StrC_k9CZKZc7y1ozgtBUh_D_BwE&Item=N82E16814487035&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-_-pla-_-Desktop+Graphics+Cards-_-N82E16814487035&ef_id=U7MDpgAAAPZpREAk:20140702054539:s

Or, there is the solid GTX 750 Ti, which is quiet, cool, and low power consumption still with solid performance on the new Maxwell architecture. Link: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?gclid=CjgKEAjwuMmdBRDljdfi2_qQpxkSJADDCRwsD0fW8bqmv_liObA4AAJKOcMcxPAczM4AfvH7jMVUrPD_BwE&Item=N82E16814487025&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-_-pla-_-Desktop+Graphics+Cards-_-N82E16814487025&ef_id=U7MDpgAAAPZpREAk:20140702054650:s

Kilo7- · Jul 2, 2014

damric :

Not saying it wasn't. Why are you being a dick? I just want help on what to upgrade. AMD fanny much?

frostedtim · Jul 2, 2014

If you want to get rid of AMD, that means new CPU, GPU, and Motherboard. I would also suggest a higher rated power supply.

A budget of $200 just isnt going to cut it.

Is the current video card a replacement for another? If so: Did you completely remove the old drivers before adding the new card?

fkr · Jul 2, 2014

do you ise any overclocking software for your GPU.

here is my driver process:

uninstall msi afterburner and forget all settings

restart

unistall CCC

restart computer

install new drivers

restart

install msi afterburner

restart

it works

otherwise sell you AMD card and get a gtx 760.

damric · Jul 2, 2014

Kilo7- :

2 out of 3 of my rigs are running NVIDIA, and I also own an Intel Haswell.

But I do own an HD 7850 overclocked to 1200/1500 and it can run 1080p games on ultra with ease. Your problems aren't the card. It's your POS rebranded Channel Well Trash PSU choking the GPU, and your suckier than sucky FX-4300 with single channel RAM bottleneck. Now I'm being a dick.

Kilo7- · Jul 2, 2014

fkr :

Thats the problem. AMD 14.4 will not install properly. It causes Winodws 7 not to boot up, then I have to launch a repair everytime and go back to 13.12. I need 14.4 to run Wolfenstein and Watch Dogs properly. I've uninstalled old AMD drivers, and even EVERYTHING with AMD. But when I download 14.4, oh jesus have mercy the flipping thing won't let me get past the Windows Boot Up screen.

frostedtim · Jul 2, 2014

Kilo7- :

I dont think he was trying to be a dick. Looking at the build you posted, you built your rig on a tight budget. You do get what you pay for when it comes to PC parts.

fkr · Jul 2, 2014

or we can all just admit that amd GPU drivers have sucked for while.

I run 2 7950's and I hate amd and there crao drivers and updates.

I miss my old gtx 560's but I like the price point of amd and I deal with it so that I can get more power for less money.

you need to chill on this guys rig.

Kilo7- · Jul 2, 2014

damric :

Kilo7- :

2 out of 3 of my rigs are running NVIDIA, and I also own an Intel Haswell.

But I do own an HD 7850 overclocked to 1200/1500 and it can run 1080p games on ultra with ease. Your problems aren't the card. It's your POS rebranded Channel Well Trash PSU choking the GPU, and your suckier than sucky FX-4300 with single channel RAM bottleneck. Now I'm being a dick.

Sorry I'm not a PC know-it-all? Hey as long as the the thing plays games, that's all I care about

Which it does. Just that 14.4 isn't working properly.

fkr · Jul 2, 2014

uninstall and use the cleanup utility from amd restart after each process then try the 14.6 beta drivers they are working fine for me

damric · Jul 2, 2014

Kilo7- :

Finally you have the correct name calling at least. Now let's start over.

If there is one thing to upgrade first, it's that PSU. No matter what else you upgrade the CX will always drag it down. Corsair only recommends this for granny's email machine, not to be used with discreet graphics or overclocked systems.

But speaking of overclocking, you leave quite a bit of free performance on the table here with both CPU and GPU. If you are interested, I can help you unlock your systems true potential. You should lso add another 8GB stick of RAM so that your memory controller is not bottlenecked by single channel.

If you don't think I can pull more performance out of there, just run Sky Diver and compare to mine.
http://www.3dmark.com/sd/2150742

Kilo7- · Jul 2, 2014

damric :

Kilo7- :

Finally you have the correct name calling at least. Now let's start over.

If there is one thing to upgrade first, it's that PSU. No matter what else you upgrade the CX will always drag it down. Corsair only recommends this for granny's email machine, not to be used with discreet graphics or overclocked systems.

But speaking of overclocking, you leave quite a bit of free performance on the table here with both CPU and GPU. If you are interested, I can help you unlock your systems true potential. You should lso add another 8GB stick of RAM so that your memory controller is not bottlenecked by single channel.

If you don't think I can pull more performance out of there, just run Sky Diver and compare to mine.
http://www.3dmark.com/sd/2150742

Ok. Go for it. Sorry we got off on the wrong foot. Just got a tad bit hot headed there, my bad. You know what you're doing so spit it out on meh

damric · Jul 2, 2014

Kilo7- :

damric :

Ok. Go for it. Sorry we got off on the wrong foot. Just got a tad bit hot headed there, my bad. You know what you're doing so spit it out on meh

I don't have any feelings, so none were hurt ^^

As soon as you upgrade that PSU, send me a PM and we will start a new thread about performance tuning your rig. That's my specialty. It's too dangerous to do it on that CX right now.

Pick an XFX, Antec HCG, or Rosewill Capstone. Those are moderately priced but built on tough platforms.

fkr · Jul 2, 2014

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817207013

xfx 550

Kilo7- · Jul 2, 2014

damric :

Kilo7- :

damric :

Ok. Go for it. Sorry we got off on the wrong foot. Just got a tad bit hot headed there, my bad. You know what you're doing so spit it out on meh

I don't have any feelings, so none were hurt ^^

As soon as you upgrade that PSU, send me a PM and we will start a new thread about performance tuning your rig. That's my specialty. It's too dangerous to do it on that CX right now.

Pick an XFX, Antec HCG, or Rosewill Capstone. Those are moderately priced but built on tough platforms.

Quick question before you go, does my mobo need an upgrade at all?

damric · Jul 2, 2014

Kilo7- :

damric :

Kilo7- :

I don't have any feelings, so none were hurt ^^

As soon as you upgrade that PSU, send me a PM and we will start a new thread about performance tuning your rig. That's my specialty. It's too dangerous to do it on that CX right now.

Pick an XFX, Antec HCG, or Rosewill Capstone. Those are moderately priced but built on tough platforms.

Quick question before you go, does my mobo need an upgrade at all?

IT will be fine for some medium overclocking, on FX-4300 ~4.5GHz or so should be safe enough. If it was a six or eight core I would say immediately get a better mobo. But in the interest of not spending money you don't have to, I feel confident enough in Gigabyte's 4 phase VRM (due to my past overclocking endeavors) to have some play room.

For 5GHz you will need one of these:

Outlander_04 · Jul 2, 2014

Heres a guess!

You borrowed your operating system rather than paying for it .

Your first $100 could be spent on that , and that would fix your problem

Kilo7- · Jul 2, 2014

Outlander_04 :

Wrong. I actually paid for a retail copy of windows 7.

Outlander_04 · Jul 2, 2014

Then your first move is a clean reinstall

AMD's drivers work fine for almost everyone else . Something is not working in your OS though and a clean install will fix your problem

First the OS , then the mb drivers , then the graphics driver .

Kilo7- · Jul 2, 2014

Outlander_04 :

I'm a noob. What exactly is a clean install and how do you do it?

RazerZ · Jul 2, 2014

All you need to know regarding what a clean install is, and also a guide on how to do one:

http://pcsupport.about.com/od/operatingsystems/ss/windows-7-clean-install-part-1.htm

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