Upgrading my CPU for Battlefield 4

[bayonet14]

OS: Windows 7 64 bit
CPU: AMD Athlon II X3 440
GPU: 1024MB ATI AMD Radeon HD 5670
Monitor: 20EN43 (1600x900@60Hz)
RAM: 8.00GB Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 669MHz

I'll upgrade my cpu and mobo, but my graphics card will have to wait. My choice for a cpu is an amd apu 5600k.
Will the 5600k give me better fps while saving for a new graphics card? I still have my radeon 5670.
If you have suggestions for a cpu please give, I want the price to be around $110 or pretty much within the 5600K's price range.
I want to play BF4 with good fps, I don't care if it's ultra or not as long as the multiplayer is smooth on 1600x900. I have huge fps drops on full servers especially in chaotic fights.

 

[Guest]

Yes the 5600 is better for gaming
see the comparison http://www.cpu-world.com/Compare/830/AMD_A8-Series_A8-5600K_vs_AMD_Athlon_II_X3_440_(rev._C2).html

 

[barto]

Honestly, I don't think it's worth your time to upgrade to the A8-5600. Will there be a significant performance increase, Yes. Will it be enough for BF4 multiplayer, no. I honestly think you should save money and start completely fresh. BF4 is a very system intense game. You really need a strong CPU and GPU to play the game.

http://cpuboss.com/cpus/AMD-Athlon-II-X3-440-vs-AMD-A8-5600K

 

[bayonet14]

I like the link you gave me

 

[bicycle_repair_man]

+1 for barto.

You really need a complete overhaul for Battlefield 4. Whilst you could play it on your current spec, it will be at the lowest settings. Even then, you'll be lucky to get 30fps.

From what I've read, you'll need an Intel quad-core or AMD hexa-core CPU with an HD 78xx or GTX660. With this, you should be able to play at your monitor's native resolution with some advanced settings turned on and maintain a smooth frame rate.

If you're switching the CPU and motherboard, have you considered going to Intel, or do you prefer AMD?

 

[bayonet14]

I'm looking at Intel because... I dont know. I just look at this http://cpuboss.com/cpus/Intel-Core-i3-4130-vs-AMD-A8-6600K#conclusion

Those are my choices for new processors.

 

[barto]

I'm an Intel fan, but the AMD FX6300 is a great CPU and probably the best choice for you considering your budget. BF4 will perform better with 6-core over the i3. You'll need to buy a new motherboard for the FX6300.

 

[bicycle_repair_man]

Agreed, the i3 is a good processor but it will only get you so far and you'll probably end up regretting it. The AMD is the better choice. If your budget can stretch to an i5, even if it's an older Sandy or Ivy Bridge model, then I'd recommend Intel. That said, you could overclock the FX 6300 to shorten the performance gap.