AMD build desktop for under $800

Fanat

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I already posted a qustion about building a PC for $800 and got good responses.
Someone had this to say. "If you really want an AMD CPU, then get an FX-8320, a really good board and overclock it. It would make a lot more sense and would perform at a much, much higher level, if you simply went with a half decent Intel platform though. It would also use about half the power on your utility bill."
So I really like the idea and want to get AMD and overclock it, so please consider since I'm going to overclock it, I will need a good cooler as well.
I welcome all ideas. Thank's everyone.

Sorry, I originally posted in laptop section but can't delete.
 

CTurbo

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I would not start a new build in 2016 with old AMD parts from 2012. For the same price as an overclocking FX8320 setup, you could get a better performing i5 setup instead.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($138.88 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($34.50 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($85.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $259.27
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-04-09 10:20 EDT-0400

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($194.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B150M-DS3H Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($66.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $261.97
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-04-09 10:21 EDT-0400




Keep in mind that even the $110 i3 6100 would outperform the FX8320 in most games.