Budget: $350.00. Preferably around $300.00 or so.
Hey guys,
First off, I cannot decide whether to get AMD or Intel. I have used Intel all my life, so I am more comfortable with them, but I have heard tons of great stuff about AMD. I will be using my computer for listening to music, using Word, surfing internet, light gaming, and some occasional video editing. I know that AMD is better for gaming, Intel better for multitasking (which video editing uses a lot of). Since I'll be doing both, I'm not sure what will best suit me. I am really pulling towards AMD, but Intel would be nice for my video editing with Hyper Threading. Below is a list of mobo/CPU requirements/likes....So there is my CPU standpoint.
Secondly, I need a good mobo. Below is a list of what I'd like/require from the motherboard/CPU.
Required:
-PCI-Express x 16. I am currently using a 6600GT
-SATA
-This is my RAM, GeIL PC3200 so it has to work with that.
-Floppy drive port
-2 CD ports
-VERY COOL running CPU
Optional:
-About 4 PCI slots
-Firewire
I dont need onboard sound or video, I have a sound card and video card, but whatever works.
I think thats about it. I'm not sure what CPU i will be using, but I will try and figure it out and update. And, I am not expecting you guys to bust your ass looking for this, I just need some suggestions to get me started.
Budget: $350.00. Preferably around $300.00 or so.
Thanks for any help guys,
D
BTW, should I make a seperate thread in CPU's about what CPU would fit me? I'll hold off for now.
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Hey guys,
First off, I cannot decide whether to get AMD or Intel. I have used Intel all my life, so I am more comfortable with them, but I have heard tons of great stuff about AMD. I will be using my computer for listening to music, using Word, surfing internet, light gaming, and some occasional video editing. I know that AMD is better for gaming, Intel better for multitasking (which video editing uses a lot of). Since I'll be doing both, I'm not sure what will best suit me. I am really pulling towards AMD, but Intel would be nice for my video editing with Hyper Threading. Below is a list of mobo/CPU requirements/likes....So there is my CPU standpoint.
Secondly, I need a good mobo. Below is a list of what I'd like/require from the motherboard/CPU.
Required:
-PCI-Express x 16. I am currently using a 6600GT
-SATA
-This is my RAM, GeIL PC3200 so it has to work with that.
-Floppy drive port
-2 CD ports
-VERY COOL running CPU
Optional:
-About 4 PCI slots
-Firewire
I dont need onboard sound or video, I have a sound card and video card, but whatever works.
I think thats about it. I'm not sure what CPU i will be using, but I will try and figure it out and update. And, I am not expecting you guys to bust your ass looking for this, I just need some suggestions to get me started.
Budget: $350.00. Preferably around $300.00 or so.
Thanks for any help guys,
D
BTW, should I make a seperate thread in CPU's about what CPU would fit me? I'll hold off for now.
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