Compatibility > $?

[ChaseCTech]

Hi, I am planning to build a new computer within the next year. I have already bought an AMD Athlon II X3 455, but I don't know which kind of motherboard I should get. I don't think I will upgrade this computer very soon after I get it, maybe a year for a graphics card, and even 3 to 4 years until a new CPU, if I end up needing more cores or more "horsepower" . I've heard that AM3+ is coming to a close in about a year and a half. Still, is having the luxury of compatibility for things like SLI and AM3+ worth the extra money, for the slim chance that I do want to upgrade? (I'm "very young", so I only get about $15 a week by mowing lawns.) Thanks if you replied!

 

[GrandAndreasK]

http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/318827-12-what-reliable-platform-today


Do the AMD option i mentioned there.

 

[Guest]

AFAIK, there is no AMD socket that has any upgrade capabilities like the AM3+ ATM.

it is your best choice.

 

[ChaseCTech]

http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/318827-12-what-reliable-platform-today


Do the AMD option i mentioned there.

I think that is a little... out of my budget

 

[Guest]

I think that is a little... out of my budget

is this too much?
MSI 990XA-GD55 AM3+ $119.99
or
GIGABYTE GA-970A-D3 AM3+ $81.99

 

[ChaseCTech]

is this too much?
MSI 990XA-GD55 AM3+ $119.99
or
GIGABYTE GA-970A-D3 AM3+ $81.99

that is in my budget, thanks

 

[ChaseCTech]

What about the ASUS M5A88-M? It looks has good features, has integrated graphics, and is in my budget. Whaddaya think?

 

[GrandAndreasK]

Geez .... but if i have to bend down to the next gen starter-rig level then i'd say go and mow a couple more lawns and get this one.....ASUS M5A99X EVO AM3+ $134.99

But if it wont fit in your computer case then don't worry the 99$ asus will get the job done...


It got great potential for starter upgrades... and maybe you could wish for a cpu for birthday/christmas

 

[ChaseCTech]

Geez .... but if i have to bend down to the next gen starter-rig level then i'd say go and mow a couple more lawns and get this one.....MSI 990XA-GD55 AM3+ $134.99

But if it wont fit in your computer case then don't worry the 99$ asus will get the job done...


It got great potential for starter upgrades... and maybe you could wish for a cpu for birthday/christmas

I already bought an AMD Athlon II X3 455... and I think your link is "broken".

 

[GrandAndreasK]

Fixed.



Bouth Asus's is good

That Gigabyte is good too

GIGABYTE GA-970A-DS3 AM3+ $89.99
GIGABYTE GA-970A-UD3 AM3+ $109.99
GIGABYTE GA-990XA-UD3 AM3+ $129.99
GIGABYTE GA-990FXA-UD3 AM3+ $139.99

But stay away from MSI....it is not as good as the others



Just go for the color you like best

You really get what you pay for

 

[ChaseCTech]

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