Intel or AMD?

matty1053 · 2015-01-30, 14:53

Hi,

I am considering of getting a new PC and debating on what processor to get. I am primarily going to use it to game, but will be using it for modeling and just the basic PC use.

I'm thinking of getting one of these processors...

Intel one, Intel Core i7-4770 Haswell

Intel Two, Intel i5-4690K Haswell

OR

AMD one, AMD Processor FX-8350 BE Vishera 8-Core 4.0GhZ

AMD Two, AMD FX-6350

I heard both are good processors, but I'm primarily going to consider using it for ARMA 3, PR, and few others. I have seen posts saying: Intel is good for everything. Then, AMD is good for most games out there now.

I might just get a good Processor and a mid Graphics Card, since I don't plan to spend $700+ on a build. I think Intel processor has a decent price on it IMO. And the AMD of course lower price too. If anyone owns either one, how does it perform? Does it do well on ARMA 3 (If you own it), as well as other games such as Insurgency, and other games on steam?

Just want to know which one you guys recommend. Recommend different ones too!

I'm good on other components though.

Thanks a lot!

Geronimo · 2015-01-30, 17:01

Hey there,

I have an i5 4690k and I can recommend it for ArmA 3. As you may already know A3 isn't really a game that's optimized for multi core processors so you may want to go with Intel.

In my (slightly biased) opinion the 4690k is currently on the upper end of the "sweet spot" regarding value for money.

Also have a look at this link:
https://www.cpubenchmark.net/singleThread.html

Tequila · 2015-01-30, 19:17

Those Intel chips you linked destroy the AMD ones in gaming. Night and day difference.
The AMD cpus are ok and great if you are on a budget. If you have the funds though, Intel is the way to go.

MaSSive · 2015-01-30, 22:52

The i5 4690 will do well, along with a solid GPU and a good SSD. The rest concerns you and tweaking your system to work well and run Arma3 well.

If you live close to Micro Center, here, save yourself a ~ $30...maybe get a good cooling solution.

Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz LGA 1150 Boxed Processor 301283 - Micro Center

LITOralis.nMd · 2015-01-30, 23:03

Hah, Massive you know you're spending too much time online volunteering tech support when you know the best prices for CPUs on a different continent.

(Been there, done that too)

MaSSive · 2015-01-31, 11:23

Indeed. You are right. I have also been there and done that a while ago or you forgot. :P

Congrats on promotion - Lead

~~ComradeHX~~ · 2015-01-31, 23:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by matty1053

Hi,

I am considering of getting a new PC and debating on what processor to get. I am primarily going to use it to game, but will be using it for modeling and just the basic PC use.

I'm thinking of getting one of these processors...

Intel one, Intel Core i7-4770 Haswell

Intel Two, Intel i5-4690K Haswell

OR

AMD one, AMD Processor FX-8350 BE Vishera 8-Core 4.0GhZ

AMD Two, AMD FX-6350

I heard both are good processors, but I'm primarily going to consider using it for ARMA 3, PR, and few others. I have seen posts saying: Intel is good for everything. Then, AMD is good for most games out there now.

I might just get a good Processor and a mid Graphics Card, since I don't plan to spend $700+ on a build. I think Intel processor has a decent price on it IMO. And the AMD of course lower price too. If anyone owns either one, how does it perform? Does it do well on ARMA 3 (If you own it), as well as other games such as Insurgency, and other games on steam?

Just want to know which one you guys recommend. Recommend different ones too!

I'm good on other components though.

Thanks a lot!

Not sure where you looked; but AMD is worse in most games out there, not "good."

wrecker · 2015-02-01, 00:49

I also have a 4690k (brand new) and ive used it for Arma 3. It works brilliantly, but don't put your computer on low power settings and make yourself think the shit hit the fan and troubleshoot for hours like I did.

ps: if you are thinking of overclocking obviously get a good cpu fan or water system, or even if you aren't thinking of oc make sure your ventilation is good in your case because I came pretty near having a problem when I introduced my big ol GPU to my cramped case.

Cossack · 2015-02-02, 07:07

My friend had AMD CPU for Arma 3 and he said it was pretty bad experience, CPU not handling it well (one of the FX series). He got i5, everything is smooth as heaven right now.

I myself went i5-4590 and I am very satisfied with its performance together with 970.

FYI I disregarded 970 issue with VRAM because I run one monitor at 1680x1050 resolution so I am not worrying about performance drop. Also BF 4 on Ultra looks pretty

Microwaife · 2015-02-02, 19:26

Intel all the way, imo. Had both and i find intel to be faster. So if you have dat money go for intel.

2015-01-30, 14:53	#1
matty1053 Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 1,995 United States of America Location: Michigan	Intel or AMD? Hi, I am considering of getting a new PC and debating on what processor to get. I am primarily going to use it to game, but will be using it for modeling and just the basic PC use. I'm thinking of getting one of these processors... Intel one, Intel Core i7-4770 Haswell Intel Two, Intel i5-4690K Haswell OR AMD one, AMD Processor FX-8350 BE Vishera 8-Core 4.0GhZ AMD Two, AMD FX-6350 I heard both are good processors, but I'm primarily going to consider using it for ARMA 3, PR, and few others. I have seen posts saying: Intel is good for everything. Then, AMD is good for most games out there now. I might just get a good Processor and a mid Graphics Card, since I don't plan to spend $700+ on a build. I think Intel processor has a decent price on it IMO. And the AMD of course lower price too. If anyone owns either one, how does it perform? Does it do well on ARMA 3 (If you own it), as well as other games such as Insurgency, and other games on steam? Just want to know which one you guys recommend. Recommend different ones too! I'm good on other components though. Thanks a lot!

2015-01-30, 17:01	#2
Geronimo Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 273 Austria Location: Glock country	Re: Intel or AMD? Hey there, I have an i5 4690k and I can recommend it for ArmA 3. As you may already know A3 isn't really a game that's optimized for multi core processors so you may want to go with Intel. In my (slightly biased) opinion the 4690k is currently on the upper end of the "sweet spot" regarding value for money. Also have a look at this link: https://www.cpubenchmark.net/singleThread.html

2015-01-30, 19:17	#3
Tequila Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 192 United States of America	Re: Intel or AMD? Those Intel chips you linked destroy the AMD ones in gaming. Night and day difference. The AMD cpus are ok and great if you are on a budget. If you have the funds though, Intel is the way to go.
	Something something build a fob.

2015-01-30, 22:52	#4
MaSSive Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 4,491 Yugoslavia	Re: Intel or AMD? The i5 4690 will do well, along with a solid GPU and a good SSD. The rest concerns you and tweaking your system to work well and run Arma3 well. If you live close to Micro Center, here, save yourself a ~ $30...maybe get a good cooling solution. Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz LGA 1150 Boxed Processor 301283 - Micro Center
MaSSive Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 4,491 Yugoslavia

2015-01-30, 23:03	#5
LITOralis.nMd Retired PR Developer Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 5,648 United States of America	Re: Intel or AMD? Hah, Massive you know you're spending too much time online volunteering tech support when you know the best prices for CPUs on a different continent. (Been there, done that too)

2015-01-31, 11:23	#6
MaSSive Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 4,491 Yugoslavia	Re: Intel or AMD? Indeed. You are right. I have also been there and done that a while ago or you forgot. :P Congrats on promotion - Lead
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2015-02-01, 00:49	#8
wrecker Join Date: Aug 2014 Posts: 86 United States of America	Intel or AMD? I also have a 4690k (brand new) and ive used it for Arma 3. It works brilliantly, but don't put your computer on low power settings and make yourself think the shit hit the fan and troubleshoot for hours like I did. ps: if you are thinking of overclocking obviously get a good cpu fan or water system, or even if you aren't thinking of oc make sure your ventilation is good in your case because I came pretty near having a problem when I introduced my big ol GPU to my cramped case.

2015-02-02, 07:07	#9
Cossack Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,681 Latvia Location: Riga	Re: Intel or AMD? My friend had AMD CPU for Arma 3 and he said it was pretty bad experience, CPU not handling it well (one of the FX series). He got i5, everything is smooth as heaven right now. I myself went i5-4590 and I am very satisfied with its performance together with 970. FYI I disregarded 970 issue with VRAM because I run one monitor at 1680x1050 resolution so I am not worrying about performance drop. Also BF 4 on Ultra looks pretty

2015-02-02, 19:26	#10
Microwaife Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 606 Europe	Intel all the way, imo. Had both and i find intel to be faster. So if you have dat money go for intel.
Microwaife Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 606 Europe