It's been a while since I've built any systems and I'm trying to get up to speed again with components. Right now I'm trying to get the best components I can for an affordable price. I do some gaming, but I'm just looking for a nice upgrade. I've been piecing together parts and really just need a CPU and Motherboard now. I was looking at the Phenom ii X4 970. I know Intel is ahead in performance, but they're also ahead in price. I couldn't find anything from Intel that came close to this CPU's performance for around that price. Am I missing anything? What would you suggest?
Also, any suggestions for a motherboard would be greatly appreciated. I'm trying to keep it around $250 total.
Thanks!
Also, any suggestions for a motherboard would be greatly appreciated. I'm trying to keep it around $250 total.
Thanks!