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What CPU is best for this build?

Zuigi

Commendable
Jun 24, 2016
3
0
1,510
http://pcpartpicker.com/list/hJ9p8K

Sadly, I already bought everything but the CPU not realizing I should have gone with a different motherboard, and I can't afford a different one right now. What would be the best CPU for this specific build? (Purpose: Gaming)

Thank you all so much.
 
Can't you send the motherboard back? You haven't even used it yet.

The Athlon x4 880k is the best cpu you could possibly get. It is equivalent to a Pentium g3258 or g4400. You are right that it is a terrible choice for your budget.
 


Going to see if I can return it, I'll reply with the results. In the time being, what would be a good replacement for a motherboard and what CPU would be best with said motherboard

Budgets for both:
Motherboard- {0-150$}
CPU - {0 - 200$)