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2700 or 3600

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leia15
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09-10-2019, 02:48 AM
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What CPU do you think offers the best value right now? The 2700X has two extra cores and four more threads, but switching to something like the Ryzen 3600 could be better because it uses less power, fits in a smaller package, and handles less heat. You’re giving up two cores and four threads, but if your budget lets you choose either option, it might work for you.
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leia15
09-10-2019, 02:48 AM #1

What CPU do you think offers the best value right now? The 2700X has two extra cores and four more threads, but switching to something like the Ryzen 3600 could be better because it uses less power, fits in a smaller package, and handles less heat. You’re giving up two cores and four threads, but if your budget lets you choose either option, it might work for you.

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Mikew12
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09-10-2019, 08:48 PM
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It relies on the intended purpose, with workstations using the 2700x and gaming setups opting for the 3600.
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Mikew12
09-10-2019, 08:48 PM #2

It relies on the intended purpose, with workstations using the 2700x and gaming setups opting for the 3600.

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09-28-2019, 10:24 PM
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The additional cores and threads are beneficial mainly for tasks that require heavy multithreading, such as rendering. For gaming, a more efficient design on the 3600 model is preferable.
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09-28-2019, 10:24 PM #3

The additional cores and threads are beneficial mainly for tasks that require heavy multithreading, such as rendering. For gaming, a more efficient design on the 3600 model is preferable.

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Sunahh
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09-29-2019, 04:03 AM
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The overlocking headroom is greater on the 3600 compared to the 2700x.
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Sunahh
09-29-2019, 04:03 AM #4

The overlocking headroom is greater on the 3600 compared to the 2700x.

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10-01-2019, 09:13 PM
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These chips come with no room for further speed increases—they’re already optimized at their highest setting. You can adjust SenseMi settings for better performance, but the base performance is fixed.
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mistercraft77
10-01-2019, 09:13 PM #5

These chips come with no room for further speed increases—they’re already optimized at their highest setting. You can adjust SenseMi settings for better performance, but the base performance is fixed.

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