What CPU do I need to switch to for recording PUBG gameplay.

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soybobis818

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Hi,

I'm thinking about upgrading my AMD FX 4100 so I can record my PUBG gameplay without dropping my FPS. I'm wondering what AMD CPU should I switch to without breaking the bank.
I'd prefer AMD so I don't have to get a new MOBO.

Desktop specs:
CPU: AMD FX 4100
GPU: GTX 1050 TI
RAM: 8GB
 
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feelinfroggy777
I would not recommend any CPU that will drop in your motherboard. That platform is dead and I would not put any money into it. The good news is moving up to a more modern CPU will really make a big difference. Streaming takes a lot of threads, so I would look at the AMD 1600. The 2600 is a better buy but will be a little bit more, so the 1600 will have to do.

Intel CPUs game better than AMD, but AMD will stream better then Intel. So AMD would be a logical choice. But you cant go wrong with the 8400 either.

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/49NWTH
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/49NWTH/by_merchant/

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor ($174.69 @ OutletPC)
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I would not recommend any CPU that will drop in your motherboard. That platform is dead and I would not put any money into it. The good news is moving up to a more modern CPU will really make a big difference. Streaming takes a lot of threads, so I would look at the AMD 1600. The 2600 is a better buy but will be a little bit more, so the 1600 will have to do.

Intel CPUs game better than AMD, but AMD will stream better then Intel. So AMD would be a logical choice. But you cant go wrong with the 8400 either.

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/49NWTH
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/49NWTH/by_merchant/

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor ($174.69 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock - AB350M Pro4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws 4 Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-3200 Memory ($102.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $337.67
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-04-25 17:26 EDT-0400


Here is the Intel:

PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/pgFkdX
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/pgFkdX/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel - Core i5-8400 2.8GHz 6-Core Processor ($178.89 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte - B360M DS3H Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($65.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2666 Memory ($83.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $328.87
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-04-25 17:28 EDT-0400
 
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FX 4100 is an AM3+ CPU. The faster end of the AM3+ range is the FX-9370.

You didn't state operating system, motherboard, PSU etc, so I'm just throwing the top end of that socket range in there. :)

To be fair, the FX-8370 is less power hungry. Suggest you visit a few sites, such as partpicker to see what's compatible with the kit you intend to keep.
 
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soybobis818

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Thanks!

Will my FPS be affected if I get Ryzen 3 while recording my gameplay?
By the way, I'm not gonna be live streaming I'm just gonna record my gameplay (or is it the same thing?)
 
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This should put things into perspective with what your currently run. The Ryzen 3 1200 is a $100 budget CPU at the bottom of AMD's product stack and it is 70% faster than your 4100. So yeah, your fps will be significantly better rather you are recording or just playing.
 
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When you're buying from AMD you should always get their top tier. Just get the 2600x. Intel always finds a way to make AMD's performance seem minimal. So, its just best to get their best stuff available at the time of upgrade.
 
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What I meant was, using Ryzen 3, would my FPS be affected while recording my gameplay vs not recording?
 
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Of course it will be affected, but will it be affected in a way where you notice huge performance loss, probably not.. Your average FPS has a lot to do with it also. If your average is at 60fps prior to record, you'll probably see it dip below 50 while recording.. Both the GPU and CPU play a factor in recording video game play.
 
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