whats better
whats better
I plan to utilize the BitFenix Prodigy case I modified earlier in the PCPartPicker list. What about adding a quad-core processor? Ideally, pairing it with an AMD CPU and an AIO liquid cooler would be best. Appreciate the advice!
I wouldn't suggest using an AMD CPU, though a quad-core option would fit perfectly in Prodigy. PCPartPicker offers a complete list with price details for each component. The AMD choice isn't ideal here, but an Intel i3 could work well if you prefer lower cost and don’t plan to overclock. If I were rebuilding the build without overclocking, an i3 would be a solid alternative.
I’m unfamiliar with AMD builds; Intel clearly offers better value. This setup should match the performance of the dual-core Pentium One I shared earlier. There were no 6300 motherboards available in MITX form, so that CPU wasn’t possible. PCPartPicker part list and price breakdown by merchant are shown: AMD Athlon X4 860K 3.7GHz Quad-Core ($78.78 at OutletPC), Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM ($29.99 at SuperBiiz), Gigabyte GA-F2A88XN-WIFI Mini ITX FM2+ ($93.99 at SuperBiiz), Team Xtreem Dark Series 8GB DDR3-1600 ($54.99 at Newegg), Crucial MX100 128GB SSD ($64.95 at SuperBiiz), Sapphire Radeon R7 260X ($122.98 at Newegg), BitFenix Prodigy Mini ITX ($75.99 at SuperBiiz), and EVGA 500W ATX power supply ($39.99 at Amazon). All prices include shipping, taxes, and any available discounts. This information was generated by PCPartPicker on March 2, 2015 at 11:23 EST.