Which CPU for this build?

ssmacc · 10 Jul 2008 at 11:53

I’m thinking of getting a ‘Gigabyte GA-MA78GM’ what processor would you recommend in order to fully utilise a 4850 or perhaps a 4870 graphics card?

I got one of the boards for my dad as a HTPC and am very impressed with it (that’s silent with a 45w 4850E CPU), I might build myself the same although I’d like the option to run games at least as well as my current set up (if not better) @ 1080p - set up in sig

Cheers

ssmacc · 10 Jul 2008 at 20:42

Anyon know anything about AMD chips? (i know nothing!)

Thanks

PhoenixUK · 10 Jul 2008 at 21:04

AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 6000+ 3.00GHz (Socket AM2) - OEM

Or if you got ~140quid to spare and do some editing/video work, you could grab the newest phenom 9950.

ssmacc · 11 Jul 2008 at 08:34

Will both keep up with a 48** or should i keep the GTS 512?

Cheers