What GPU for the AMD FX-4100

[Luke470]

I have an AMD FX-4100 and was wondering what GPU would be good for this CPU. I have around $150 but if needed could go up to $200.

 

[Luke470]

The power supply that I have with this is a 500w

 

[Karadjgne]

need a little more info. Case, PSU, preference amd or NVidia, motherboard, memory. The fx-4100, as in any of the fx *1xx series, is quite a weak cpu, the fx-*3xx series was a vast improvement, so even with a good gpu, your cpu is killing you, especially in games. Not knowing any more info other than supplied, I'd say a gtx 750 or 750ti would be best, without 6-pin connector for any psu less than 380w, with 6-pin if over that. Average prices range from $100-$150 USD depending on model and sales.\

Edit: Pretty much, you'll get better play from a FX-6300 ($110) paired with a This Gpu than you will from dropping ($165) and getting this one

 

[WhiteSnake91]

yeah which exact power supply do you have? The bulldozers are crap too. I agree I'd get like a 750ti at best and then save for at least an fx6300 piledriver cpu or 8320 if your mobo supports it. Strangely alot of cheaper older mobos seem to support the 6 core fx6300 but not the 8320

 

[Karadjgne]

that's because those older mobo's won't do over 100w. a 6300 is 95w, a 6350 is 125w, same as a 8320, 125w. Most of those older, cheaper mobo's were also AM3, not AM3+

 

[Luke470]

The case is a CoolerMaster Elite 431 Black / Blue Mid-Tower Gaming Case, the psu is 500 watts (all that it lists), motherboard is AMD 760G Chipset and 8gb of memory.

 

[WhiteSnake91]

must be one of those prebuilt PSU's then, yeah I'd just get a 750ti, save up for an fx6300 and at least a Corsair Builder Power Supply, or something decent like XFX Core, or Corsair,etc.

 

[Luke470]

I just looked for better power supply I like the http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004GL9NVG/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER if that would change anything and I do plan to upgrade to the 6300 when I get the money

 

[Karadjgne]

The power supplies in pre-built, eBay type computers are the absolute cheapest to be found, that being one of the only ways to shave money of the build cost. It's seriously doubtfull that it actually puts out anywhere close to 500 watts, probably closer to 300 continuous watts. That said, it'd be a wise decision to replace that with one of better quality (easy to do considering) .
Since you do have the option to replace the psu, give some thought on the gpu, if buying one make it a match for the other, even if that means saving up a little longer. The end result will be better playability all round. I would start with the CPU, then save up and see if you can get a deal on gpu/psu, sin e now you won't be limited. A 6300 can handle any gpu currently made, so your options will be wide open instead of quite narrow.

 

[ewok93]

I would get a good CPU like a 6300, and get something like a 750ti once you have a good power supply, like a 650w 80+ bronze. 650 is more than you'll need, but it's always nice to not have to get a new PSU whenever you want to upgrade something. The 7870 and 270x are great AMD options, too. The 4100 is a weaker architecture, and you will notice a substantial difference by upgrading to the 6300, or even an 8320 if you can afford one.

 

[Luke470]

Well atm I'm on a budget so what PSU would I need for the 6300 and the 750ti because eventually thats what I'll have and should just get the PSU now for the upgrades later

 

[Luke470]

Also would the AMD 760G Chipset motherboard support the 6300?

 

[WhiteSnake91]

Well technically the 750ti can run even on crap power supplies but I wouldn't risk it, that's the whole good thing about it, it's the most powerful GPU to not require a power connecter.

You could get the fx6300 and 750ti, but idk about those rosewill stallion psu's, I'm not very knowledgeable on those, check out this corsair builder, or EVGA psu

http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Builder-Watt-EPS%C2%A0-CX600/dp/B0092ML0OC/

http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-80PLUS-Bronze-Certified-100-B1-0500-KR/dp/B00DGHKK7M/

but if you're getting that decent 600w psu, I'd skip the 750ti at that point and either get a GTX660 or R9 270X

 

[Luke470]

Ok I'll get that 600w PSU, but will this http://www.amazon.com/Gigabyte-PCI-Express-Displayport-Graphics-GV-N660OC-2GD/dp/B00942TK8I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1397350556&sr=8-2&keywords=gtx+660 work with a AMD 760G Chipset motherboard?

 

[WhiteSnake91]

yeah I think you'll be happy with the GTX 660, it'll work fine on your current motherboard

 

[Luke470]

Ok thanks for all of the help, just trying to make sure everything will be good and working

 

[Karadjgne]

Ok, slow down a sec. The Antec 620m is a semi modular (which is good) and can be found for a really good price. It's also built by Seasonic, the best when it comes to PSUs. That said, its also powerful enough to power that 6300 at any overclock as well as a gtx 770!

So, I'd start with CPU, then worry about psu and gpu, in that order. The better your psu (that does not mean bigger as such) the better your gpu can be. Get what you really need first, then plan for what you want. In the end you'll be happier with you purchases, because you didn't just settle for less and rush into any bad decisions. The Rosewill is an ok psu, but for the money, there are better.

 

[ewok93]

I would get a Seasonic PSU, as those are very high quality, but definitely go for a 600w if you can afford one. It should cost you around $40.
A 760g motherboard will definitely support a 6300, assuming it has a high enough TDP. What exact motherboard do you have?
The 750ti will perform better than the 660, definitely the better choice.