might be reconsidering AMD build

APM98 · 03-28-2006, 05:14 AM

I have been reconsidering an AMD build. I was going with the 3200+, the Asus A8N, etc. But now im not sure. I'm still very new at this. I was maybe think Intel and looking into a build using their cpu. I'm not a hardcore gamer, I dont need high res picture. I just wanna play a few games like Unreal 2004 and what not. But also, I just want my comp to b fast. I have a laptop now and it is sooo slow. I just want something to run apps faster, and more than one at a time. So this is why im think Intel. Do u guys have any feedback to help me out, thanks

computermaineack · 03-28-2006, 07:00 AM

It depends really, but it sounds like Intel would be fine for you, depending on the model. If you get a decent Intel chip, I'm sure you'd be fine. I have an Intel P4 2.66ghz and it (along with my integrated video) runs UT2k4 fine. As I said, if you're going to be doing light-moderate gaming, and nothing serious like video editing, and you have a pretty decent GPU, I'm sure Intel will mure than suit your needs.

Lol I guess this post was a little repetative

.

Charles_Lee · 03-28-2006, 05:26 PM

how much money do you want to spend on a cpu?
if i were you i would get x2 3800, socket 939...

its a dual core, its one of the best for its price ($300 us)

APM98 · 03-28-2006, 07:34 PM

I am looking to spend about $150-$180 or so on the cpu. I just want something to start with because this will b my first build. I dont need anything hardcore to start, but I will prob upgrade frequently, once I get into it. Im looking to spend about 800 or so on this build. And like I said, im a moderate gamer, yet not going to b rendering stuff and editing. I mainly want my comp to run faster. Do u guys know of good mobos that work with the Intel. I dont know of much because I was first looking in AMD. Thanks

03-28-2006, 05:14 AM	#1 (permalink)
APM98 Gold Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Downingtown, PA Age: 24 Posts: 402	might be reconsidering AMD build I have been reconsidering an AMD build. I was going with the 3200+, the Asus A8N, etc. But now im not sure. I'm still very new at this. I was maybe think Intel and looking into a build using their cpu. I'm not a hardcore gamer, I dont need high res picture. I just wanna play a few games like Unreal 2004 and what not. But also, I just want my comp to b fast. I have a laptop now and it is sooo slow. I just want something to run apps faster, and more than one at a time. So this is why im think Intel. Do u guys have any feedback to help me out, thanks

03-28-2006, 07:00 AM	#2 (permalink)
computermaineack Diamond Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Connecticut Posts: 2,260	It depends really, but it sounds like Intel would be fine for you, depending on the model. If you get a decent Intel chip, I'm sure you'd be fine. I have an Intel P4 2.66ghz and it (along with my integrated video) runs UT2k4 fine. As I said, if you're going to be doing light-moderate gaming, and nothing serious like video editing, and you have a pretty decent GPU, I'm sure Intel will mure than suit your needs. Lol I guess this post was a little repetative . __________________ "Former Clinton advisor Dick Morris said, "Hillary Clinton will be the next President, but she'll be the worst President we've ever seen." After hearing this, President Bush said, "Wait a minute, I'm not finished yet."" -Conan O'Brien CPU: Q6600 G0 Mobo: eVGA 680i NF67-A1 Case: Antec P180B GPU: eVGA 8800GTS G92 512mb HSF: Tuniq Tower 120 RAM: 4gb DDR2-800 Corsair XMS2 4-4-4-12 PSU: Antec True Power Trio 550w

03-28-2006, 05:26 PM	#3 (permalink)
Charles_Lee Platinum Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 703	how much money do you want to spend on a cpu? if i were you i would get x2 3800, socket 939... its a dual core, its one of the best for its price ($300 us) __________________ Opteron 165 Dual Core Cpu 1.8Ghz (oc'ed to 2.4Ghz) Asus A8R-MVP Socket 939 Motherboard Radeon X850 XT Platinum / 256MB GDDR3 / PCI Express Video Card Antec Neo He 500 power supply Western Digital / Raptor / 74GB / 10K / 8MB / SATA-150 Hard Drive OCZ PC-3200 DDR400 Platinum Edition 2GB(2X1024MB) Dual Channel Memory Samsung 19' lcd monitor with DIV support

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

03-28-2006, 07:34 PM	#4 (permalink)
APM98 Gold Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Downingtown, PA Age: 24 Posts: 402	I am looking to spend about $150-$180 or so on the cpu. I just want something to start with because this will b my first build. I dont need anything hardcore to start, but I will prob upgrade frequently, once I get into it. Im looking to spend about 800 or so on this build. And like I said, im a moderate gamer, yet not going to b rendering stuff and editing. I mainly want my comp to run faster. Do u guys know of good mobos that work with the Intel. I dont know of much because I was first looking in AMD. Thanks