AMD Phenom II 955 or 720?

[Yadumadoda]

Is it worth the extra $60-70 to get that extra core? How much difference does it make for gaming? Btw, I will be overclocking with an Hyper 212+(2 fans). I realize it will make a pretty noticeable difference in rendering, but is it worth the extra money? I'm on an extremely tight budget, but I'll do it if it helps a lot.

I also realize I have the chance of unlocking the 4th core on the 720. What's the chances of me getting a clean core?

The PC will be mostly for gaming and minor Photoshop, After Effects, and Cinema 4D.

 

[tecmo34]

For a gaming build, the Phenom II X3 720 will perform very well. Tom's did an article a while back and it showed there is little benefit in more than three cores. As you stated, the rendering will be impacted by the lack of cores.

I would go with the X3 720 for your build to keep your budget down... IMO

 

[Yadumadoda]

Best answer selected by yadumadoda.

 

[abhishekk89]

720 is fine if you are on tight budget.. but... just in case u are willing to spend a little more.. get the 955