New Rig Build $2500 Maybe Little Bit More

[vegettoxp]

Hello there guys, I have been reading a lot of threads in here and I am really confused between Intel and AMD Processor. I was originally leaning towards AMD TR, but I think it might be a bit overkill for me and EXPENSIVE. My last built was 2011 and I usually try to future proof my build (which we all know is impossible).

I have always built Intel Systems and This would be my first AMD System if I move forward. So I am looking for some guide on the processor needs and system board (Big Asus Fan). Need a system that will last me at least 7 years if not more.

Also is Coffee Lake Worth The Wait? I will be buying the system board, processor and system ram last

Primary Usage Of This New Rig: (Budge $2500 and Max $3000, But Would Like To Stay Below If Possible)

Creation of 4K Content, Conversion/Encoding YouTube Channel Content Creation Photo Editing Little Big Gaming (Not Hardcore) VR Ready

Thanks In Advance!

 

[whm1974]

I would take a look at Ryzen 7 CPUs since Threadripper CPUs are four figures for the 12 core and 16 cores versions, but I would have to check the prices of the 8 core version.

I would go for at least 32GB of memory if you doing 4K content creation since that does eat up lot's of memory. And you get enough benefit from a NVMe PCIe SSD to be worth getting as well.

 

[UsandThem]

Also is Coffee Lake Worth The Wait? I will be buying the system board, processor and system ram last

Nobody knows at this point. But the smart money would be to wait and find out, especially if you want to build a PC to last for many years.

 

[vegettoxp]

I was comparing the i7-7820x vs the Ryzen 1800x and Ryzen 7 does perform better. I just wanted to make sure I select the right processor since I am going to put money down.

 

[whm1974]

I was comparing the i7-7820x vs the Ryzen 1800x and Ryzen 7 does perform better. I just wanted to make sure I select the right processor since I am going to put money down.

In that case get the best CPU you can afford if you want to keep this a long time.

 

[vegettoxp]

lol thats the funny part, with AMD new platform and Intel processors I am not sure what is the best one. I have always built Intel systems but the search that I have been doing my understanding is that AMD processors are better for the price if gaming is not your main usage.

 

[whm1974]

The new? AMD AM4 plafrom or the older AM3+ one? For years Intel had a huge lead in single thread performance over AMD CPUs. But this gap between the two has narrowed enough that the gap is very close now, so much that AMD is now giving Intel a run for their money.

 

[DaveSimmons]

I'm waiting for the actual release and some reviews before deciding between Ryzen and Coffee Lake.

 

[whm1974]

I'm waiting for the actual release and some reviews before deciding between Ryzen and Coffee Lake.

If I was planning on building a computer this year, I would do the same. Sometime it is wise to do a wait and see first before spending your money.

 

[vegettoxp]

If I was planning on building a computer this year, I would do the same. Sometime it is wise to do a wait and see first before spending your money.

Thanks guys for the input. I will be buying the processor, board and ram in the end that will give time to see what pans out with Intel's release.