AMD FX-4100 Gaming Build

[darkoverlord123]

Hi I have got this system here,

CPU: AMD Quad Core FX-4100 3.6GHz

MOTHERBOARD: Asus M5A78L-M V2 MB Socket AM3+

Memory: Kingston 4GB DDR3 1600MHz DIMM x2

Harddrive: Western Digital SATA3 1TB 7200RPM HDD

OPTICAL DRIVE: Asus or Samsung 24x Black Internal DVDRW, Dual Layer, Multi Format

CASE: Gigabyte GZ-X2 Black, Mid Tower Case

Power Supply: 500W

And I was wondering what graphics card I could get for absolutely maximum $200

Thanks!

 

[JD88]

I would go for an AMD 7850 2GB or if you can find one under $200, a 7870.

 

[clutchc]

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gaming-graphics-card-review,3107-7.html
http://www.hwcompare.com/13303/geforce-gtx-660-vs-radeon-hd-7850/
The GTX 660 is slightly faster than the HD 7850 (depending on the game). I would suggest either one, actually. But this GTX 660 2GB factory O/C card is under $200: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127699
...and is about the fastest card you can get for under $200.
I just bought it for a budget build I'm putting together for someone. It is proving to be a real powerhouse with the FX-6300 in the system. Your FX-4100 shouldn't be too far behind.

 

[darkoverlord123]

Yeah, But in my country (NZ) it is far over that price sorry I can get either a GTX 650 Ti OC 1GB, http://www.palit.biz/palit/vgapro.php?id=2068
Or a EVGA 550 Ti SC 1GB,
Gigabyte GTX 650 Ti OC 2GB
Sapphire 7790 DualX 7790 OC 1GB.
I am thinking the GTX 650, but are open to other cards around this range, thanks!

 

[clutchc]

Yeah, But in my country (NZ) it is far over that price sorry I can get either a GTX 650 Ti OC 1GB, http://www.palit.biz/palit/vgapro.php?id=2068
Or a EVGA 550 Ti SC 1GB,
Gigabyte GTX 650 Ti OC 2GB
Sapphire 7790 DualX 7790 OC 1GB.
I am thinking the GTX 650, but are open to other cards around this range, thanks!

Ah, I didn't know you were from New Zealand. In that case, the GTX 650ti OC 2GB would be the fastest of your choices. The HD 7790 is close behind, but only has 1GB VRAM. (Not a hardship for less than 1920x1080 res.)

 

[SprinkleOwnz-1312988]

If ur max is $200 Id get like a 650 ti boost 2gb

 

[darkoverlord123]

Yeah but I can not find the specs, as Gigabyte do not have the model listed on its website? Also, It says that the PCB Form is ATX, but my m/b is mATX, does this matter? Thanks

 

[darkoverlord123]

Also how will this game with the GTX 650 Ti OC 2GB? Thanks heaps!

 

[clutchc]

Here is a hierarchy chart you can use to evaluate the various gfx cards against each other for gaming.
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gaming-graphics-card-review,3107-7.html

 

[darkoverlord123]

I can also get the GTX 650 (NON Ti) GC 2GB, or OC 2GB for cheaper, is it better though?

 

[clutchc]

You would have to compare the specs (Clock/memory speed), but the GC you mention sounds like the Galaxy brand Overclocked model. So they both are nearly the same if I'm following you. And both cards can be O/C'd yourself anyway.

 

[darkoverlord123]

Yeah the core clock on the Ti is about 200MhZ slower, but the memory clock is 400Mhz faster, which one do I choose?? And the GC and OC Non ti have the same specs

 

[clutchc]

Post some links to them so I can tell which ones you are comparing.

 

[darkoverlord123]

www.gigabyte.co.nz/products/product-page.aspx?pid=4382‎ GTX 650 Ti OC 2GB,
http://www.galaxytech.com/__EN_GB__/Product2/ProductDetail?proID=35 GTX 650 GC 2GB,
http://www.gigabyte.co.nz/products/product-page.aspx?pid=4360, GTX 650 OC 2GB

 

[clutchc]

www.gigabyte.co.nz/products/product-page.aspx?pid=4382‎ GTX 650 Ti OC 2GB,
http://www.galaxytech.com/__EN_GB__/Product2/ProductDetail?proID=35 GTX 650 GC 2GB,
http://www.gigabyte.co.nz/products/product-page.aspx?pid=4360, GTX 650 OC 2GB

Either GTX 650ti will be faster at gaming than a GTX 650. The GTX 650ti uses the same silicon as the GTX 660, while the GTX 650 uses the less powerful processor. As far as which of the 2 GTX 650ti cards will be the fastest, it is a coin flip. One with a tad faster memory clock and one with a tad faster core clock. You won't go wrong with either.

 

[iam2thecrowe]

get the gigabyte 650ti out of the mentioned cards. its much faster than the non-ti card. If your planning to run at 1080p resolution with that card you will find yourself turning down detail settings in many games to medium or less. It would be a strong recommendation to find a 650ti boost edition or gtx660 for 1080p.

 

[darkoverlord123]

Thanks heaps guys! I am just going to get the Gigabyte GTX 650 Ti OC 2GB as my GPU, how much FPS will this get on Need for Speed Most Wanted 2012 with resolution of 1080p?