AMD A6-6400k 3.9GHz vs. Intel Core2 Quad 2.50GHz

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I have never been the one to know much about processors...

I'm on a pretty tight budget, planning to buy a GTX 950 2gb and an SSD within a few months.

I have 2 PCs, one with an A6-6400k, and the other with a Core2 Quad.

The A6 is a dual core, while Core2 is a quad.

Both have the same 8gb stick of HyperX RAM and 500w PSU.
Which should use the 950 and SSD? Keep in mind this is going to be for entry level gaming.
I'm looking to play titles like DooM, GTA V, CSGO, OverWatch, and a few more.

I am NOT able to buy a new CPU, and 200 dollars is my budget.

Thanks in advanced!
 
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I'll make one particular comment: an SSD won't really help boost your gaming performance; it would help with loading times but that's just about it. Personally I think an SSD is good for the OS (fast boot up) and other non-game software.

Using this: http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/answers/id-3190109/amd-6400k-9ghz-intel-core2-quad-50ghz.html
Where does your Core2 fit in?

If you're going to get a graphics card then you'd want the best gaming CPU to use with it. So knowing how the two compare will help in the decision making process.
I'll make one particular comment: an SSD won't really help boost your gaming performance; it would help with loading times but that's just about it. Personally I think an SSD is good for the OS (fast boot up) and other non-game software.

Using this: http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/answers/id-3190109/amd-6400k-9ghz-intel-core2-quad-50ghz.html
Where does your Core2 fit in?

If you're going to get a graphics card then you'd want the best gaming CPU to use with it. So knowing how the two compare will help in the decision making process.
 
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It's just going to be an upgrade, with the SSD, I'm going for startup times.

I'm just looking for the comparison between the 2. The link you posted doesn't work for me on mobile, so I'll have to check that when I get back from work.