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So I am looking to build a 4k build sometime soon (within a couple months) and I was wondering what you guys think about different cards in SLI/Crossfire and what would be best for 4k.
I'm debating between the 290x's and the 970's because they are around the same price these days, I've heard quite a lot about the 290x's being better at higher resolutions, so I was thinking they might be a good choice for 4k. If there are any other video card suggestions i'd be happy to hear them, but i'd like to stay under $900 in that area if possible.
For processors, i'm looking at the
FX-9590
i7-4790K
or the
i7-5820K
Depending on the chosen card, would it be better to go with a FX-9590 with the 290x's or would performance be the same on a similar Intel processor?
Suggested motherboards or monitors would also be appreciated. =D
I'm debating between the 290x's and the 970's because they are around the same price these days, I've heard quite a lot about the 290x's being better at higher resolutions, so I was thinking they might be a good choice for 4k. If there are any other video card suggestions i'd be happy to hear them, but i'd like to stay under $900 in that area if possible.
For processors, i'm looking at the
FX-9590
i7-4790K
or the
i7-5820K
Depending on the chosen card, would it be better to go with a FX-9590 with the 290x's or would performance be the same on a similar Intel processor?
Suggested motherboards or monitors would also be appreciated. =D
EasyLover
October 12, 2014 9:34:31 PM
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HighEndGaming
October 12, 2014 8:59:52 PM
EasyLover said:
HighEndGaming said:
Obviously everyone agrees that your best options are the i7-4790K http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KPRWAX8 and SLI 980's if it's in your budget. FX series CPU's are pretty much outdated at this point and not even worth looking into except for a few rare occasions.If you cannot afford a pair of 980's then you would be better off getting a couple ASUS GTX 970 STRIX http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NJ9BJ8G cards as opposed to 290's. Again, if you're budget bound and can get an amazing deal on a pair of Sapphire 290's under $250 each then it may be worth getting.
MSI GTX 970 4G is a better option here in mho.
I opt for ASUS over MSI because they have the same performance for the most part and ASUS has MUCH better customer support. MSI's biggest downfall in this situation is their support.
rawngg
October 12, 2014 8:59:44 PM
I was going to get a second 290 for xfire but the fine people on this site have convinced me to go SLI 970s. I play at 1440p and from all the reviews I've seen the SLI 970s outperform Xfire 290s and even 290x's. I'd def go for this especially at this price range it's a complete steal. I can't wait to try these on my Sony 55" 4k TV.
Also all the reviews I saw the Strix was behind the MSI by 1-2 FPS, but the Strix has better cooling. I'll be getting the Strix because it comes with amazing features, a good OC, looks very nice and super sturdy with a great looking backplate.
Also all the reviews I saw the Strix was behind the MSI by 1-2 FPS, but the Strix has better cooling. I'll be getting the Strix because it comes with amazing features, a good OC, looks very nice and super sturdy with a great looking backplate.
EasyLover
October 12, 2014 8:25:15 PM
HighEndGaming said:
Obviously everyone agrees that your best options are the i7-4790K http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KPRWAX8 and SLI 980's if it's in your budget. FX series CPU's are pretty much outdated at this point and not even worth looking into except for a few rare occasions.If you cannot afford a pair of 980's then you would be better off getting a couple ASUS GTX 970 STRIX http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NJ9BJ8G cards as opposed to 290's. Again, if you're budget bound and can get an amazing deal on a pair of Sapphire 290's under $250 each then it may be worth getting.
MSI GTX 970 4G is a better option here in mho.
HighEndGaming
October 12, 2014 7:42:05 PM
Obviously everyone agrees that your best options are the i7-4790K http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KPRWAX8 and SLI 980's if it's in your budget. FX series CPU's are pretty much outdated at this point and not even worth looking into except for a few rare occasions.
If you cannot afford a pair of 980's then you would be better off getting a couple ASUS GTX 970 STRIX http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NJ9BJ8G cards as opposed to 290's. Again, if you're budget bound and can get an amazing deal on a pair of Sapphire 290's under $250 each then it may be worth getting.
If you cannot afford a pair of 980's then you would be better off getting a couple ASUS GTX 970 STRIX http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NJ9BJ8G cards as opposed to 290's. Again, if you're budget bound and can get an amazing deal on a pair of Sapphire 290's under $250 each then it may be worth getting.
EasyLover
October 12, 2014 7:36:46 PM
kaliam20 said:
Alright thanks again and good to know, I might end up freeing up a bit of money for the video cards, so if I was to get more, would you recommend just going with 2x 980's, or would it be better to have 3x 970's. It's actually cheaper to get 3x 970's where I live right now, so that's why I was wondering. And you guys think an i5 can handle dual 970's? I'm assuming you'd probably want an i7 if you were going to go with 3x 970's or dual 980's but I'm not too knowledgeable on this topic. Thanks again for the help, you guys are awesome =D
I'm sort of person who prefers to have a single or max dual GPU setup not more than that. SLI of two 970 would be good enough for gaming at 144p pr 4k with multiple displays. Get 2 970s and i5.
i7Baby
October 12, 2014 3:39:32 PM
kaliam20
October 12, 2014 2:56:47 PM
Alright thanks again and good to know, I might end up freeing up a bit of money for the video cards, so if I was to get more, would you recommend just going with 2x 980's, or would it be better to have 3x 970's. It's actually cheaper to get 3x 970's where I live right now, so that's why I was wondering. And you guys think an i5 can handle dual 970's? I'm assuming you'd probably want an i7 if you were going to go with 3x 970's or dual 980's but I'm not too knowledgeable on this topic.
Thanks again for the help, you guys are awesome =D
Thanks again for the help, you guys are awesome =D
i7Baby
October 12, 2014 2:31:49 AM
LukaBoki
October 12, 2014 2:11:25 AM
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