AMD or intel for gaming in 2018

Saudi54
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01-14-2016, 04:12 AM

It looks like I'm taking a bit of time with my build for the gaming PC. I'm wondering which processor to choose—some think Intel is better, others say AMD is the way to go. I'm hoping this post will help clarify things for me.

Saudi54

01-14-2016, 04:12 AM #1

summerhills
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01-14-2016, 11:00 AM

It varies with your budget. Typically you're looking at a 2200/2400G from AMD or an 8400 or 8700K from Intel.

summerhills

01-14-2016, 11:00 AM #2

It varies with your budget. Typically you're looking at a 2200/2400G from AMD or an 8400 or 8700K from Intel.

creaper2012
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01-14-2016, 03:31 PM

It varies based on your budget and whether you're focusing solely on gaming. For pure gaming, Intel is a solid choice. If you also stream or handle other activities alongside gaming, Ryzen might be better suited.

creaper2012

01-14-2016, 03:31 PM #3

reinando
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01-16-2016, 09:59 PM

I enjoy gaming, streaming, and video editing since I plan to start a YouTube channel focused on gaming videos.

reinando

01-16-2016, 09:59 PM #4

I enjoy gaming, streaming, and video editing since I plan to start a YouTube channel focused on gaming videos.

jaloks
Junior Member

01-24-2016, 05:32 PM

Ryzen is the choice, while Intel products come at a higher price for those needing advanced multitasking features.

jaloks

01-24-2016, 05:32 PM #5

Ryzen is the choice, while Intel products come at a higher price for those needing advanced multitasking features.

Admiralfiggins
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01-24-2016, 06:30 PM

The details of Intel's offerings may vary. Could you clarify what specific aspects you'd like more information on?

Admiralfiggins

01-24-2016, 06:30 PM #6

The details of Intel's offerings may vary. Could you clarify what specific aspects you'd like more information on?

LegoBurgs
Junior Member

02-01-2016, 09:00 AM

2700x with around 3600mhz RAM on an X470 board. An 8700k should give marginally higher FPS (varies by GPU) but won’t be as smooth for streaming and video editing.

LegoBurgs

02-01-2016, 09:00 AM #7

2700x with around 3600mhz RAM on an X470 board. An 8700k should give marginally higher FPS (varies by GPU) but won’t be as smooth for streaming and video editing.

iiTurtle_
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02-12-2016, 02:08 AM

Yes, I was evaluated using a processor from the same year to ensure accurate comparison.

iiTurtle_

02-12-2016, 02:08 AM #8

Yes, I was evaluated using a processor from the same year to ensure accurate comparison.

KilleurMiino
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02-19-2016, 08:19 PM

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KilleurMiino

02-19-2016, 08:19 PM #9

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