AMD vs Intel

[noah360]

Okay, despite earlier posts i guess i just need to be specific to my quesiton
for stock speeds what is the fastest processor around $75-80 (give or take a few)

I am redoing my current system to get a new mobo, processor and ram

but i dont' plan to Overclock at all and want to know what company/ model will give me the biggest bang for the buck stock!

Hope you can help thanks so much!

 

[boulard83]

the no end dilemna ! INTEL forever

 

[turboflame]

It's probably a tie between the E5200 and the 6000+

 

[unclefester]

I don't know if you can post a statement like that TurboFlame, that's pretty unbiased. LOL

 

[enaher]

E5200 if your overclocking, AMD 6000+ if not and because its cheaper...

 

[NMDante]

I agree with Turboflame.
But the E5200 is a bit over the $80 (using Newegg pricing, by $3). The 6000+ is $76.00.
So, yup...those 2 CPUs would be the best to compare with each other for your build.

 

[PsyKhiqZero]

Personally I prefer amd for budget builds. amd boards IMO tend to offer a lot more for your money. I think you should compare the prices of cpu and mobo together.

 

[roadrunner197069]

The e5200 goes up to 4.0 the 6000+ gets no wear near 4.0

 

[cjl]

If overclocking, the Intel E5200 is the way to go. If not, they're fairly close, and I'd probably give the edge to the AMD because of budget boards.

 

[roofus]

since you dont plan to overclock and you are budget limited, i would get the 6000+ and a decent motherboard. you will definitely have more selections in budget platforms on the AMD side of the fence when it comes to motherboards.