What would be an ideal upgrade from my A10-6800K?

Emony

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Hi!
I'm looking to upgrade my rig in order to prepare for Monster Hunter World. My current processor, an AMD A10-6800K is starting to feel a bit weak, so I'm thinking about upgrading. I know its socket is FM2+, and I really don't want to replace my motherboard (but will if i have to). My question is, what (if anything) would be an ideal upgrade for my CPU without having to replace my FM2+ mobo? I Don't want to pay extra for on-chip graphics (I won't use.) My max budget is around $175.

Thank!

My current build if it's any help:
CPU: AMD A10-6800K
GPU: AMD R9 280 series (could use help on upgrading also)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-F2A88X-D3H
Ram: HyperX Fury 8GB (1 x 8GB)
 
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Unfortunately there isn't anything drastically better available for the FM2(+) platform - you will need a new motherboard.

Also, in that case, don't think $175 will suffice for a significant upgrade to be possible (motherboard and cpu incl).
Unfortunately there isn't anything drastically better available for the FM2(+) platform - you will need a new motherboard.

Also, in that case, don't think $175 will suffice for a significant upgrade to be possible (motherboard and cpu incl).
 
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Not to mention ram :bounce:
 

Emony

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The 175 was specifically for the processor itself, any tips on what i should be looking for?
 

blankcr8

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would you have a different budget for a full processor mobo ram upgrade?

 

Emony

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Yes i would
 

And that budget would be?