I need a good cpu for rendering/gaming!

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Here are the specs:

  • CPU: AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor  $81.99
  • Motherboard: ASRock 960GM/U3S3 FX Micro ATX  AM3+ Motherboard  $61.97
  • Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory  $29.99
  • Storage: Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  $54.99 
  • Video Card: HIS Radeon HD 7870 2GB Video Card  $214.98
  • Case: Apex Vortex 3620 ATX Mid Tower Case  $31.62
  • Power Supply: XFX 550W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply  $53.99
  • Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224BB DVD/CD Writer  $15.99

I have a Phenom 2 X4 955 Black but people say its slow at rendering video What is faster and in the same buget?

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Phenom is slow but for your budget it is the best you can do.

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amd fx-8320 or 8350

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what program are you using for rendering?

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I could've even image what compressing my videos would be like without my i7.

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Sony Vegas Pro 12