Upgrade options

[Ashlee Smith]

Hey guys so i am upgrading my cpu board ram this month:
My options:
Amd:
> http://www.comx-computers.co.za/HDX840W ... -45807.php AMD-Phenom-II-X4-840-3-20GHz-Quad-Core
OR
>http://www.comx-computers.co.za/ADX645- ... -37988.php AMD-AthlonII-X4-645-3-20GHz-Quad-Core
>http://www.comx-computers.co.za/FXA6GMV ... -47281.php Foxconn-A6GMV AM3
>Ram: Kingston 4gb 1333 mhz
Total: R 1581

Intel:
>Intel Core 2 Quad q8200 2.33 ghz
> Foxconn G41MXE board
>Ram: 4gb Kingston 1333 mhz
Total: R 1569

NOTE: I am not a fan boy of either brand, how ever i have never owned a amd system before i would like to try it out.

[Stuart]

If you'd like to try AMD then Phenom over Athlon is really a no brainer.

[StarPhoenix]

You might want to to wait until at least Wednesday to get an idea of whether AMD's upcoming FX chip is worth considering.

[THE_STIG]

I would go with the Phenom II over an Athlon. But as SP said rather wait and see if AMD's new FX range will be any good.......but it will cost you more though

[Slimshaedy]

I think the Bulldozers are gona be too expensive, but let's wait and see pricing. Otherwise I'd take the Phenom without a doubt. AMD always makes a better budget rig IMO in terms of bang for buck

[Stuart]

I reckon you'll probably have to wait too long for the Bulldozers to arrive in SA and for the price to drop to fit your budget. Phenom is your best bet.

[Ashlee Smith]

Jeah i am considering Amd alot y not make my system a complete amd setup xD by the way i figured out my huge problem is at 1600 by 900 60 hz Ati cards get huge problems, putting it on 75 hz and 1400 by 900 the problem is fixed completly . Just gota get used to the resolution now no difference in games quality wise.
So il put in my orders at the end of the month crossed fingers

[THE_STIG]

Maybe the new AMD A8 range is worth a look. They have been released and look pretty good so far.

[StarPhoenix]

I reckon you'll probably have to wait too long for the Bulldozers to arrive in SA and for the price to drop to fit your budget. Phenom is your best bet.

I heard that they will be arriving in South Africa at the end of the month.

[Ashlee Smith]

So i decided to scrap the lga 775 and amd option and go for this:
Intel foxconn H61MX
Intel core I3 sandy bridge 2100 cpu with normal heat sink
4 gigs kingston ram 1333 mhz
Huntkey green jumper series 550 watt psu
Cooler Master RC420 atx casing.
Sata dvd rom.
Total:
R2500
I am recycling my:
Screen O/S Graphics card Fans and k/b.
Tell me what you think?

[StarBound]

A bit late on the reply but that is perhapes the better option.