Another processor for fs x question

[col musstard]

I know that fs x is cpu dependent and that I should get the best processor I can afford but the display I will be using is only 1280x1024. I know the best cpu for fs x is an i7 but I dont want to spend that much, so at such a low resolution will fs x run well on a processor around $100 such as the Athlon II 630 or a dual core intel?

 

[p1n3apqlexpr3ss]

Whats your budget? for 100$ you cant beat the athlon II x4 quads

 

[col musstard]

I'm trying to keep it as cheap as possible. I really dont want to spend more than 200 for the cpu and motherboard combined
I already have a 600w OCZ psu so power isnt an issue

 

[p1n3apqlexpr3ss]

Yea, go ahead with the athlon quads, mobo for around 90$ max, depends if you need CF/SLi in future and ddr2 or ddr3 ram

 

[col musstard]

I think I will wait until closer to summer because it hurts to pay over $100 for 4gb of ram. I am pretty educated about computer parts, except for motherboards. Any you recommend? Otherwise I would just look on newegg for something with good reviews because I know nothing about them. I plan on using ddr3 ram and I want a full size mobo. No desire to use CF or sli

 

[p1n3apqlexpr3ss]

Well theres your CPU
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103704
Or for a bit more:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103656
For mobo:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131603
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128392
or more expensive option:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128378

 

[col musstard]

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