New Build thoughts needed!!

Robinho_Skills · 26 Dec 2009 at 01:18

Basically looking for thoughts on this setup I am thinking of getting:
Phenom II 925
Coolermaster Elite 360
2gb Stick ddr3 1333mhz
Asus M4A78LT-M LE
total=£198

Ast3r · 26 Dec 2009 at 10:31

Whats the pc for?If its only for gaming and general usage I would suggest getting this http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CP-249-AM&groupid=701&catid=6&subcat=1328 instead of the 925.

Robinho_Skills · 26 Dec 2009 at 15:40

Its just for encoding mate, Is the 550 quicker for encoding??

PermaBanned · 26 Dec 2009 at 15:48

I'd have a look at the Athlon II X4 620...

Essexraptor · 26 Dec 2009 at 16:18

Robinho_Skills said:
Its just for encoding mate, Is the 550 quicker for encoding??

This should answer your question.... basically nope!!!

http://www.techradar.com/reviews/pc.../amd-phenom-ii-x2-550-608249/review?artc_pg=2

Ast3r · 26 Dec 2009 at 20:21

If its for encoding the Ahtlon II X4 would do just fine.

Nemeses · 26 Dec 2009 at 22:22

for encoding will be more than adequate

Robinho_Skills · 28 Dec 2009 at 02:23

How much difference is their between athlon 620
and phenom 925