Recent content by aquabear

Oops, I meant to PM

NVM

Since you want to spend $1000, the FX-8350 might be a good choice. I'm not sure if tiraides is going to suggest a list of parts but I'll try in a bit. [edit] , especially since it gives better streaming performance over the 3570k - was removed ( this may be true but the main reason to choose...

I recommend not buying a pre-built if you can. You're paying an absurd premium for possibly low-quality parts. Still if you don't feel up to buying and assembling components, I've heard you can give a parts list to a local computer repair shop and they'll order and assemble for a fee...