PC Processors

[heracless123]

Hello AMD Community,

At the moment i want to upgrade my computer with a new CPU.

I use it for gaming. My set how it looks like at the moment:

I have Window 8.1.

Mainboard: Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB3

CPU: AMD FX(tm)-4300 Quad-Core Processor

GPU: AMD Radeon R9 200 Series

I have 16 GB RAM.

I build this set a time ago, but im not that good at building a pc.

I found out what is compatible with my Mainboard:

GA-78LMT-USB3 (rev. 4.1) | Mainboards - GIGABYTE Germany 

I want to spent max. 200 €.

I looked around and found this: AMD FX-8350 and AMD FX-8370.

Is this good for my setup or do you have a better idea for my CPU.

Thanks in advance for your help.

[black_zion]

As far as extending the life of your PC then that's the best option, as upgrading to a modern system much more suited for gaming means replacing the motherboard, CPU, RAM, and OS.

[elstaci]

If you can't afford to upgrade to an Ryzen computer setup than I would go for the FX 8350. I have been using the FX 8350 with a high end GPU card and I am able to play all modern games without any problems. I would recommend to purchase a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO to keep your TDP 125 watt CPU nice and cool under heavy loads. In case you just purchase the CPU without a CPU Cooler.

The FX 8370 is a tad faster than the FX 8350 but costs more.

Here is an example at Amazon.com FX 8370 with a Wraith CPU Cooler:

At Amazon a FX 8350 with a Wraith CPU Cooler:

[black_zion]

Far cheaper on Newegg

[elstaci]

Actually I did look at Newegg and saw that. But it doesn't include a CPU Cooler. It is more expensive when the Wraith Cooler is included but at least you get a compatible CPU Cooler that is under AMD Warranty for both.

At Newegg, the FX 8350 with Wraith cost $140.00. But if he buys just the CPU at $60.00 and purchases the CoolerMaster Hyper 212 EVO for $30.00 it will come out much cheaper with probably a better CPU Cooler than the Wraith at a total of $90.00.

The OP has a budget of 200 Euros which comes out, at the latest Exchange rate of .88245 per Euro = $176.49.

[black_zion]

Um, what? All FX-8350s ship with a HSF, the only AMD processors which don't are the FX-9000 series (non CLC editions) and the Ryzen 1800X. It's not the Wraith cooler, but it's the same 4 heatpipe cooler they used with their 125w processors dating back to the first Athlon 64 dual cores.

[elstaci]

Thanks for the info. You are correct.

Should have check the Specs before posting

I am surprised that AMD can sell 125 watt Processor with a strong enough HSF for $60.00 even if it isn't a Wraith CPU Cooler.

[heracless123]

Thanks you for your help, I bought an artic freezer 13 when I bought my old cpu. Would it be enough or should I bought the FX-8350 with cooler? 

[elstaci]

According to the manufacturer the Arctic Freezer 13 specs is good for CPUs up to TDP 140 Watts. The FX 8350 has a TDP of 125 watts. So it should be sufficient. The Processor ($60.00) come with a Non-Wraith AMD CPU Cooler which you can keep as a backup for the future: Freezer 13 | Quiet CPU Cooler for AMD / Intel CPU | ARCTIC 

 

[hardcoregames_]

I suggest your box as is now is adequate. If you want to modernize start with a motherboard you like then look at a suitable CPU for your needs. The RAM should be selected based on the CPU capability.