Building a High-end to Mid-end PC

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  1. Razor505
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       New #11

    Well I am stuck with just picking out a CPU, I dunno which is better for gaming, is it more cores, higher cache, or higher operating freq.?
    Here are some I found:
    Newegg.ca - AMD FX-6350 Vishera 3.9GHz Socket AM3+ 125W Six-Core Desktop Processor FD6350FRHKBOX
    Newegg.ca - AMD FX-6100 Zambezi 3.3GHz Socket AM3+ 95W Six-Core Desktop Processor FD6100WMGUSBX
    Newegg.ca - AMD FX-4350 Vishera 4.2GHz Socket AM3+ 125W Quad-Core Desktop Processor FD4350FRHKBOX

    I am also maybe going with a AM3 or AM3+ Mobo
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  3. kbrady1979
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    I'm not an AMD guy, so someone more knowledgeable may step in, but if you are building an AMD rig, there is really no reason NOT to get the FX-8350 @ $199. Top of the line and just a few more bucks than some of the other processors.
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  4. COMPUTIAC
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    I agree, the FX-8350 is a bear.

    Keep an eye out for sales.

    Bought mine here:
    http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...?EdpNo=4904561

    Have seen it on newegg.com for $10. less at times.
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  6. DocBrown
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    I just received my second FX-8350 from NewEgg on Friday. Another "Doc outta the Box" project in the works

    SAMSUNG DVD Burner SATA Model SH-224DB/BEBE - OEM Item #: N82E16827151266 Standard Return Policy $18.99
    1SAPPHIRE Radeon HD 6450 1GB 64-bit DDR3 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready Video Card ( 100322L) Item #: N82E16814102933 VGA Standard Return Policy $29.99
    1GIGABYTE GA-990FXA-UD5 AM3+ AMD 990FX SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard Item #: N82E16813128509 Limited Replacement Only Return Policy Gigabyte (626)-854-9338 option 4 GIGABYTE - Motherboard, Graphics Card, Notebook, Slate, Server, PC Peripherals and more $169.99
    2Rosewill RX-C200P 2.5" SSD / HDD Plastic Mounting Kit for 3.5" Drive Bay Item #: N82E16817997013 Standard Return Policy $7.98
    ($3.99 ea)
    1Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM003 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive Item #: N82E16822148840 Standard Return Policy This item is serviced by the SeaGate. Please call 800 -732-4283 for service. $74.99
    1AMD FX-8350 Vishera 4.0GHz (4.2GHz Turbo) Socket AM3+ 125W Eight-Core Desktop Processor FD8350FRHKBOX Item #: N82E16819113284 CPU Replacement Only Return Policy $199.99
    Subtotal$501.93Tax$0.00Newegg 3Day$6.70Promo code-$19.00Order Total$489.63Add Selected to Cart
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  7. Dude
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    I agree as stated above, go with the 8350.
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  8. dsperber
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    DocBrown said:
    1SAPPHIRE Radeon HD 6450 1GB 64-bit DDR3 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready Video Card ( 100322L) Item #: N82E16814102933 VGA Standard Return Policy $29.99
    I'm not a gamer, so I really shouldn't be commenting. But the OP said gaming is important.

    The Sapphire HD6450's claim to fame is that it is (a) fanless, and thus 100% silent, (b) uses low power, and thus does not even require a PCIe power connection, and (c) is HDCP compatible so that it works perfectly for HDTV setups. It also has twice the shaders than the previous model HD5450. And it's also dirt cheap.

    All in all, it is a TERRIFIC VALUE if you are building a standard machine for friends or family, and just plan to use the machine for relatively ordinary purposes. Works great, 100% silent, very low-power usage, ideal for an HTPC for example. I've installed three HD5450's and two HD6450's in machines I've built or upgraded for other people, and love them... but the end user is not a gamer.

    But it is a VERY LOW-PERFORMANCE video card. It produces a WEI graphics performance value of about 3.9, or maybe 4.1. This is contrasted with true high-performance video cards that measure 7.3 or much higher.

    I would think this makes it not a very good choice for a gaming rig. I would think a video card that is HD5770 or higher (e.g. HD6* - HD9*) would be more appropriate. But these also have much higher power supply requirements, have fans and thus at least some noise, and are much more expensive.

    But again... what do I know?
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  10. DocBrown
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       New #17

    I don't game either. I bought that card cause it was ON SALE with a $10 rebate. I am always buying extra computer parts when they are ON SALE at NewEgg, especially with rebates

    1SAPPHIRE Radeon HD 6450 1GB 64-bit DDR3 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready Video Card ( 100322L) Item #: N82E16814102933 VGA Standard Return Policy $29.99
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  11. Razor505
    Posts : 231
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64
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       New #18

    kbrady1979 said:
    I'm not an AMD guy, so someone more knowledgeable may step in, but if you are building an AMD rig, there is really no reason NOT to get the FX-8350 @ $199. Top of the line and just a few more bucks than some of the other processors.
    COMPUTIAC said:
    I agree, the FX-8350 is a bear.

    Keep an eye out for sales.

    Bought mine here:
    AMD FD8350FRHKBOX FX-8350 Eight-Core 4GHz AM3+ Processor - AM3+, Eight-Core, 4GHz, 16MB, 125W, Unlocked at TigerDirect.com

    Have seen it on newegg.com for $10. less at times.
    DocBrown said:
    I just received my second FX-8350 from NewEgg on Friday. Another "Doc outta the Box" project in the works

    SAMSUNG DVD Burner SATA Model SH-224DB/BEBE - OEM Item #: N82E16827151266 Standard Return Policy $18.99
    1SAPPHIRE Radeon HD 6450 1GB 64-bit DDR3 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready Video Card ( 100322L) Item #: N82E16814102933 VGA Standard Return Policy $29.99
    1GIGABYTE GA-990FXA-UD5 AM3+ AMD 990FX SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard Item #: N82E16813128509 Limited Replacement Only Return Policy Gigabyte (626)-854-9338 option 4 GIGABYTE - Motherboard, Graphics Card, Notebook, Slate, Server, PC Peripherals and more $169.99
    2Rosewill RX-C200P 2.5" SSD / HDD Plastic Mounting Kit for 3.5" Drive Bay Item #: N82E16817997013 Standard Return Policy $7.98
    ($3.99 ea)
    1Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM003 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive Item #: N82E16822148840 Standard Return Policy This item is serviced by the SeaGate. Please call 800 -732-4283 for service. $74.99
    1AMD FX-8350 Vishera 4.0GHz (4.2GHz Turbo) Socket AM3+ 125W Eight-Core Desktop Processor FD8350FRHKBOX Item #: N82E16819113284 CPU Replacement Only Return Policy $199.99
    Subtotal$501.93Tax$0.00Newegg 3Day$6.70Promo code-$19.00Order Total$489.63Add Selected to Cart
    Dude said:
    I agree as stated above, go with the 8350.
    So is the 8350 good on performance for gaming? Would it run the latest games with no problems? Is it a high end or mid end?
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  12. Solarstarshines
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       New #19

    I honestly never thought I would see the day people recommending AMD over Intel for the price point and calling it a Boss chip Very Beautiful I love it

    AMD is starting to win some Hearts
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  13. Solarstarshines
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       New #20

    Razor505 said:
    kbrady1979 said:
    I'm not an AMD guy, so someone more knowledgeable may step in, but if you are building an AMD rig, there is really no reason NOT to get the FX-8350 @ $199. Top of the line and just a few more bucks than some of the other processors.
    COMPUTIAC said:
    I agree, the FX-8350 is a bear.

    Keep an eye out for sales.

    Bought mine here:
    AMD FD8350FRHKBOX FX-8350 Eight-Core 4GHz AM3+ Processor - AM3+, Eight-Core, 4GHz, 16MB, 125W, Unlocked at TigerDirect.com

    Have seen it on newegg.com for $10. less at times.
    DocBrown said:
    I just received my second FX-8350 from NewEgg on Friday. Another "Doc outta the Box" project in the works

    SAMSUNG DVD Burner SATA Model SH-224DB/BEBE - OEM Item #: N82E16827151266 Standard Return Policy $18.99
    1SAPPHIRE Radeon HD 6450 1GB 64-bit DDR3 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready Video Card ( 100322L) Item #: N82E16814102933 VGA Standard Return Policy $29.99
    1GIGABYTE GA-990FXA-UD5 AM3+ AMD 990FX SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard Item #: N82E16813128509 Limited Replacement Only Return Policy Gigabyte (626)-854-9338 option 4 GIGABYTE - Motherboard, Graphics Card, Notebook, Slate, Server, PC Peripherals and more $169.99
    2Rosewill RX-C200P 2.5" SSD / HDD Plastic Mounting Kit for 3.5" Drive Bay Item #: N82E16817997013 Standard Return Policy $7.98
    ($3.99 ea)
    1Seagate Barracuda ST1000DM003 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive Item #: N82E16822148840 Standard Return Policy This item is serviced by the SeaGate. Please call 800 -732-4283 for service. $74.99
    1AMD FX-8350 Vishera 4.0GHz (4.2GHz Turbo) Socket AM3+ 125W Eight-Core Desktop Processor FD8350FRHKBOX Item #: N82E16819113284 CPU Replacement Only Return Policy $199.99
    Subtotal$501.93Tax$0.00Newegg 3Day$6.70Promo code-$19.00Order Total$489.63Add Selected to Cart
    Dude said:
    I agree as stated above, go with the 8350.
    So is the 8350 good on performance for gaming? Would it run the latest games with no problems? Is it a high end or mid end?
    uhmm look at my specs it should tell you plenty then you decide if it would be worth it

    @DocBrown so the Gigabyte RMA mfr is in the City of Industry ? that 626 number San Gabriel valley which i'm a native of MSI is in the city of Industry as well I wonder how many Mfr go out of that area ?
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