Budget Upgrade AMD or Intel

Proc · 3 Apr 2014 at 13:05

Old question I know, but basically I'm wanting to upgrade my current pc to something new, on a budget but with some future proofing. Current spec (all stock) is...

Core2Duo E6750
Asus P5N-E mb
4gb ddr2
Radeon 4850 512mb

I've seen this bundle http:// http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=BU-241-OK&groupid=43&catid=2512&subcat=2686 of an i5 4440 & 8gb ram would be a good upgrade along with something like a R270X.

I've got a budget of around £450, i know any upgrade is gonna be a decent jump in performance. But looking at games like BF4 and future games and console ports, would I be better with an Intel or AMD system. A lot of talk of the Mantle thing, but the i5 chips seem to be able to handle stuff just as well. Any suggestions would be great, cheers.

Morfinel · 3 Apr 2014 at 13:19

What psu u have and are u changing case? Can it be matx build

Martini1991 · 3 Apr 2014 at 13:20

Mantle isn't specific to AMD processors.

But I'd want more than an R9 270X when I'm spending that much money, go for an FX8320 with a board and R9 280X if you can.

lee32uk · 3 Apr 2014 at 13:21

Assuming you have a good psu and ATX case then I would go Intel. Maybe something like below.

YOUR BASKET
1 x VTX3D Radeon R9 280 3072MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card £189.95
1 x Intel Core i5-4670K 3.40GHz (Haswell) Socket LGA1150 Processor - Retail £169.99
1 x Gigabyte Z87-HD3 Intel Z87 (Socket 1150) DDR3 ATX Motherboard £82.99
1 x Raijintek Themis Direct Contact CPU Cooler £19.99
Total : £462.92 (includes shipping : ).

Martini1991 · 3 Apr 2014 at 13:23

I do like Lee's build a lot like however, and I'd certainly recommend it.

lee32uk · 3 Apr 2014 at 13:24

Ignore me im a muppet...forgot the ram

lee32uk · 3 Apr 2014 at 13:26

Ok with added Ram

YOUR BASKET
1 x VTX3D Radeon R9 280 3072MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card £189.95
1 x AMD Piledriver FX-8 Eight Core 8320 Black Edition 3.50GHz (Socket AM3+) Processor - Retail £110.99
1 x Asus M5A97 EVO R2.0 AMD 970 (Socket AM3+) DDR3 Motherboard £74.99
1 x TeamGroup Vulcan ORANGE 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 PC3-19200C11 2400MHz Dual Channel Kit (TLAD38G2400HC11CDC01) £53.99
1 x Raijintek Themis Direct Contact CPU Cooler £19.99
Total : £449.90 (includes shipping : ).

Martini1991 · 3 Apr 2014 at 13:28

Guess it's the AMD after all

Go me.

ttaskmaster · 3 Apr 2014 at 13:44

You say Budget, I think AMD.
I'm no expert by any means, but my FX6350 copes with everything well enough, overclocking is a breeze (4.5GHz without batting an eyelid) and it's pretty cheap.

Proc · 3 Apr 2014 at 15:09

Sorry forgot to say I'll be using my old lian-li ATX case and I'll confirm psu but if I remember right it's a corsair hx 800. So general consensus is AMD better value for money?

TheyCallMeAndy · 3 Apr 2014 at 18:14

Proc said:
Sorry forgot to say I'll be using my old lian-li ATX case and I'll confirm psu but if I remember right it's a corsair hx 800. So general consensus is AMD better value for money?

AMD Is better value for money down at lower end better budgets.

Morfinel · 3 Apr 2014 at 19:00

Not if u take power consuption in to consideration and in line upgrade, i5 on 1150 is way more future proof than any amd atm

Proc · 4 Apr 2014 at 13:34

Checked my old PSU and its a Corsair HX 520w. Would this be enough to run say a modern I5 system?

Proc · 7 Apr 2014 at 11:25

Right looking at ordering in the next few weeks, still can't decide between an i5 4440 or the FX-8 8320. Both are a similar price and I know an i5 board is more future proof with the Haswell refresh coming up, but tbh this system will probably last me a fair while as it is. I'm just looking at gaming with some net browsing, so which chip would be best for the job & money?

Martini1991 · 7 Apr 2014 at 11:32

I'd take the FX8320 for overclocking.

Idleman · 7 Apr 2014 at 11:42

You can get a 280X in the MM cheaper than that 280.
Might also be worth looking for other parts or open a Wanted thread, you would get more for your money.

los · 7 Apr 2014 at 12:29

If you want an I5, then you want a 4670k and z87 motherboard, if not then I'd go for the 8320.

Marine-RX179 · 7 Apr 2014 at 13:05

Martini1991 said:
Guess it's the AMD after all

Go me.

Would the power phase of that £75 motherboard be good enough to handle the FX8320 (including overclocking)?

Idleman · 7 Apr 2014 at 13:17

Marine-RX179 said:
Would the power phase of that £75 motherboard be good enough to handle the FX8320 (including overclocking)?

With a decent cooler and good circulation in the case, you should easily get a 4.5Ghz+ OC.

stulid · 7 Apr 2014 at 13:31

Its a good board, seen many high clocks with it online, 6+2+2 power phases according to the Asus website.