S skinz187 Distinguished Sep 16, 2010 29 0 18,530 Oct 27, 2010 #1 pretty much have my gaming build narrowed down within my budget...but have one more decision to make. i5-760 build without ssd or 965 black edition build with 125$ left to spend on an ssd ??
pretty much have my gaming build narrowed down within my budget...but have one more decision to make. i5-760 build without ssd or 965 black edition build with 125$ left to spend on an ssd ??
masterasia Distinguished Feb 9, 2009 1,128 0 19,360 Oct 27, 2010 #2 If it's just for gaming, then get the AMD + SSD. Upvote 0 Downvote
snurp85 Distinguished May 6, 2009 641 0 19,160 Oct 27, 2010 #3 In terms of performance, TOMS just did their CPU review and ranked the processors: http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gaming-cpu-overclock,2772-6.html In terms of noticeable performance, I think you will see more of a difference in a better processor, especially in gaming. Not to mention, its easier to upgrade your hard drive later than upgrading your outdated processor (since sockets change) Upvote 0 Downvote
In terms of performance, TOMS just did their CPU review and ranked the processors: http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gaming-cpu-overclock,2772-6.html In terms of noticeable performance, I think you will see more of a difference in a better processor, especially in gaming. Not to mention, its easier to upgrade your hard drive later than upgrading your outdated processor (since sockets change)
reaper2794 Distinguished Sep 6, 2010 808 0 19,010 Oct 27, 2010 #4 Don't waste your money on an SSD, you wait 1-2 years and that things price is gonna drop big time and you'll wanna cry Upvote 0 Downvote
Don't waste your money on an SSD, you wait 1-2 years and that things price is gonna drop big time and you'll wanna cry