What CPU do I need + best motherboard

xpygmy · 17 Aug 2012 at 20:07

I am looking to get a CPU, but I am not sure what to get. I will be gaming, video editing and recording my gameplay.
I am interested in the i5 2500k and the i7 2600k, but which one do I need or do I need the ivy bridge chip set.

Also what is the best motherboard for intel chipsets that is less then £60

Bacon? · 17 Aug 2012 at 20:11

Bit odd you want a non overclocking board for overclocking chips.

xpygmy · 17 Aug 2012 at 20:14

Bacon? said:
Bit odd you want a non overclocking board for overclocking chips.

What do you mean by that, sorry I am newish to overclocking and so on.

stulid · 17 Aug 2012 at 20:17

You want either a Z68 or Z77 board for proper overclocking.

The Z77 is a newer chipset, so that effectively leaves this board - http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MB-391-GI&groupid=701&catid=5&subcat=2261