Processors - AMD vs Intel

[wildtree]

While trying to refine my build I've been bouncing between people saying Intel have better processors and the same for AMD

Use: I'm going to be using this computer for graphic design programs including the adobe suite, the maximum in terms of games I'll play would be old school Age of Empires 3, pre 2010 stuff, no over-clocking.

I'm asking if you could in layman terms let me know and help me understand the pro's and cons of both brands which has worked better, which is more reliable etc.

my build is underneath



CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor ($98.98 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: ASRock 990FX Extreme3 ATX AM3+/AM3 Motherboard ($99.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2133 Memory ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($53.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R7 260X 2GB Video Card ($134.99 @ Micro Center)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Scout 2 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($106.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 550W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($78.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer ($13.50 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Speakers: Logitech Z130 5W 2ch Speakers ($17.90 @ Amazon)
Total: $785.28
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-10-04 08:49 EDT-0400

 

[Sakkura]

Intel CPUs have much higher IPC - each core does more work per clock cycle. AMD CPUs come with more cores at lower prices.

What this means is that AMD CPUs are good value for money if you run software that can take advantage of many cores. Otherwise, Intel CPUs pull ahead. AMD still can't compete with Intel's high-end CPUs (like Core i7-5820K and i7-5960X), but those cost a lot more.

Graphic design software AFAIK tends to be good at taking advantage of many cores. So if you're on a tight budget, AMD is probably the best choice. A high-end Intel system would still perform better, but at a much higher price.