[SOLVED] CPU upgrade: changing my i5 4460 - stick with Intel or move over to AMD??

[THBronx]

Hey all!

I'm thinking about upgrading my PC (for gaming) and my initial plan is to spend something around 450 USD. I want to update my CPU but I'm not sure if I should stick with Intel or I should try AMD, since I'll also need to change my MB now.

This is my current setup:

• MB: ASRock H81M-HDS (LGA 1150)
• CPU: i5-4460 Haswell @ 3.20GHz, 3199 MHz
• GPU: GTX 1080
• Memory: 8GB DDR3 1600Mhz
• Case: Zalman - Z3 Plus ATX Mid Tower Case
• Monitor: Asus VS239H
• PSU: Corsair - Builder 500W 80+ Bronze Certified

I'll appreciate any help!
Thanks!

 

[hutchl]

AMD is going to be the better value, as their motherboards are more affordable. Intel is Intel, they are fast but most expensive.

 

[InvalidError]

If gaming is what you mainly intend the upgrade for, Intel still has a significant lead in most games if you don't mind the $50-100 extra cost over a comparable Ryzen build.

The other option is to wait and see what happens with Ryzen 3xxx before upgrading.

 

[THBronx]

What Intel CPU + MB you guys recommend?