Sorry for the long one here, but I've got a big decision that I can't make on my own.
My father wanted to buy my computer, so in my haste, I purchased an AMD FX-8150 and an ASUS Crosshair Forumla V (along with other parts, but they aren't what's important) without looking at the 8150's benchmarks or reviews. I figured, "Hey, it's AMD's best, fastest CPU. It's bound to be better than my 2-year old i7 930 for 3d rendering, right?". I was wrong. Afterwards, I looked around at reviews and such and found it to be terrible when compared to the Intel CPU's that were within $100.
So, I have a question for you guys. Should I stick with my AMD FX-8150, for some unknown reason, or should I go with Intel again? I'll be using this machine for college, studying 3d Animation and Modelling, where the AMD brand lacks in power. Keep in mind that the school I'm going to has 24/7 access to their facilities. And after that's answered, which would be better, the socket 1155 i7-2700k, or the new socket 2011 i7-3820? I've checked the reviews and they're about the same, the real question would be about the motherboard. Socket 2011 motherboards a pretty expensive, about $100 extra for the same features on a 1155 board. So with that in mind, should I get the 2700k or the 3820? A CPU is only as good as the motherboard will let it be.
I also need to be saving money for college, I can't spend every penny on this computer. AMD would be cheaper, but I think I need the power that Intel gives.
Thanks a bunch, and your input would be very helpful.
[Recap]
-Stick with the AMD or go with Intel? Note, school has 24/7 access to facilities, may not even use this computer for work when living in the dorms.
- If switching to Intel, should I go with socket 1155 i7-2700k, or the socket 2011 i7-3820?
- What motherboard should I get for either Intel solution? I'd prefer something with the new UEFI bios and with the same features/looks as the ASUS Crosshair V, but not TOO expensive.
I really really REALLY appreciate any help I can get. Thank you guys!
My father wanted to buy my computer, so in my haste, I purchased an AMD FX-8150 and an ASUS Crosshair Forumla V (along with other parts, but they aren't what's important) without looking at the 8150's benchmarks or reviews. I figured, "Hey, it's AMD's best, fastest CPU. It's bound to be better than my 2-year old i7 930 for 3d rendering, right?". I was wrong. Afterwards, I looked around at reviews and such and found it to be terrible when compared to the Intel CPU's that were within $100.
So, I have a question for you guys. Should I stick with my AMD FX-8150, for some unknown reason, or should I go with Intel again? I'll be using this machine for college, studying 3d Animation and Modelling, where the AMD brand lacks in power. Keep in mind that the school I'm going to has 24/7 access to their facilities. And after that's answered, which would be better, the socket 1155 i7-2700k, or the new socket 2011 i7-3820? I've checked the reviews and they're about the same, the real question would be about the motherboard. Socket 2011 motherboards a pretty expensive, about $100 extra for the same features on a 1155 board. So with that in mind, should I get the 2700k or the 3820? A CPU is only as good as the motherboard will let it be.
I also need to be saving money for college, I can't spend every penny on this computer. AMD would be cheaper, but I think I need the power that Intel gives.
Thanks a bunch, and your input would be very helpful.
[Recap]
-Stick with the AMD or go with Intel? Note, school has 24/7 access to facilities, may not even use this computer for work when living in the dorms.
- If switching to Intel, should I go with socket 1155 i7-2700k, or the socket 2011 i7-3820?
- What motherboard should I get for either Intel solution? I'd prefer something with the new UEFI bios and with the same features/looks as the ASUS Crosshair V, but not TOO expensive.
I really really REALLY appreciate any help I can get. Thank you guys!