I'm building a new AMD system for general use. I do want to do some video editing and gaming but primarily I use the system for digital photo editing/storage, internet surfing and office applications. I am looking at a 870, 880 or 890 mobo but really haven't figured out which is best yet. My question is what processor will satisfy my needs without being overkill. Since I keep my systems for a relatively long time (4 to 5 years) should I go for the X6 non BE or is an X4 BE a better buy. The choices are:
X6 1055T 2.8Ghz non-BE at $199
X4 965 3.4Ghz BE at $179
X4 955 3.2Ghz BE at $159
Also do the 2 extra cores make up for the processor speed? I would like to do some OC. Can even the non-BE be OC'ed and what are the expected max speed for each of these? How much OCing can the stock HSF handle?
X6 1055T 2.8Ghz non-BE at $199
X4 965 3.4Ghz BE at $179
X4 955 3.2Ghz BE at $159
Also do the 2 extra cores make up for the processor speed? I would like to do some OC. Can even the non-BE be OC'ed and what are the expected max speed for each of these? How much OCing can the stock HSF handle?
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