I'm diving into my first PC build and it feels overwhelming! I'm trying to narrow down my CPU choices and am considering either the Intel 265k or one of the AMD options like the 9700x or 7900x. I'd like to keep my budget under £300. The CPU naming conventions are confusing me, and I've read about compatibility with RAM and motherboards, plus concerns about power consumption. Can anyone provide guidance on these aspects and tips on planning my parts? I appreciate any help!
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What’s your primary use for the PC? That’ll really help narrow down your CPU choice! If you're mostly gaming, those AMD CPUs could give you a solid performance boost, especially with multitasking while gaming and doing tasks like video editing or Blender work. Just remember to check if your motherboard can handle the CPU you choose!
Thanks for the input! I'm mainly gaming, especially Roblox which can be CPU heavy. I'll definitely check motherboard compatibility!