[AMD] Looking for new CPU

[oboetoke]

I've been wanted a new CPU for awhile now because I built my computer about 3-4 years ago. My current CPU is a AMD Phenom II X2 555 unlocked to Phenom II X4 B55.

I was thinking which of these would be better than what I have now or its not worth the upgrade.

http://microcenter.com/site/products/amd_bundles.aspx

Thanks!

 

[djangoringo]

Either the FX-6300/8320/8350 is a decent upgrade from that cpu, you might also check the intel cpu side, with the i5-3470/i5-3570k/i7-3770k, with good prices there.

 

[lostgamer_03]

There is no doubt the FX 8350 is the best AMD has to offer.

All the MOBOs that comes with it can be overclocked. They all support SLI and CF. I would just pick the cheapest, I don't see why you should spend more money on something that won't really affect your performance by that much. There might be a difference of how well the different MOBOs overclock, but I wouldn't care too much about that, the difference isn't spectacular.

 

[adamv1]

Best you can do with an AM3 socket is Phenom II X4.

You will need to upgrade your motherboard in order to get a better processor.

My personal opinion would be to get the 8350. The i7's are slightly faster but you pay big time for what would be an un-noticeable difference in speed. Use the money you save to get an SSD.

 

[oboetoke]

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