Honestly, it depends on what parts you are scrounging, but AMD is good only if you are going to buy an AMD A-series APU and actually use its integrated graphics. Do not scoff at the i3, it will ravage the equivalent AMD.
Oh, and with the massive disappointment that was Bulldozer, I can't recommend AMD anymore. Intel just has too much of a performance-per-watt lead. And I'm no fanboy, all of my computers have been AMD.
E: So, Sandy Bridge-E is a goddamn waste of time and money. The performance isn't there, you're better off buying Sandy Bridge for performance or even Gulftown if you want to save money.
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