Which AMD?

[joejaworski7]

pls help me figure out which is better for my new build. Im debating between AMD 965 black edition & AMD FX-8150?
im into video and picture editing, watching bluray and 20% gaming (BF3) and web browsing.
Im pairing the cpu with ASUS M5A99X-Evo mobo.

my budget is $200

thanks!

 

[knightdog56]

All depends on what software you are going to use for video editing.

 

[mocchan]

The FX-8150 is actually a very nice CPU if you're using your rig for a multi-threaded application. I would personally go with the FX-8150 OC the CPU and you'll get even more performance.

 

[Z1NONLY]

8120. It can be overclocked to 8150 specs with almost no effort.

 

[wr6133]

965BE or 8120

Better to wait a fortnight for the new generation to release though

 

[Kamen_BG]

The FX 8150 is much much better but the next generation of AMD CPU's are going to come out very soon so i suggest you wait for them.They will be compatable with your motherboard by the way.

 

[guskline]

8150 is now $169.99 this weekend at Newegg with promotional code!