i5-2500k - CPU or 3850?

[teddyv]

Hi Folks,

I recently completed an i5-2500k build with ASUS P8Z68-V LX and 16g ram. I am very happy with it but am wondering if I should use the Sapphire 3850:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814102794
from my old build or just use the onboard GPU? Main uses are office work and occasional WoW.

Thanks!

 

[Face2Face]

I would use the 3850. Is it the 256mb model?


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[Face2Face]

I would use the 3850. Is it the 256mb model?


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oops sorry. missed the link. 3850 is a go.


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[Greenlepricon]

For any gaming I would avoid the igpu. Your video card is a little dated but it should keep up relatively well with WoW. Of course you could try using just your cpu and take out your discrete card to see if it does everything that you want it to. I wouldn't count on it but it might save you a little power.

 

[toyota]

oops sorry. missed the link. 3850 is a go.


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there is an edit button so no need to quote yourself.

but yeah he should just stick with 3850 for any gaming.

 

[teddyv]

Thanks folks - looks like I have a fun project for Saturday morning!

 

[Face2Face]

there is an edit button so no need to quote yourself.

but yeah he should just stick with 3850 for any gaming.

Not with the App for android.