6th gen Intel to 7th gen Intel...is it worth the investment?
6th gen Intel to 7th gen Intel...is it worth the investment?
If it's a giveaway project I’d just start and share it for the least cost. I have a 7500 in a box with a stock cooler, but I’m unsure what to use it for. My only build is an i7-6700t with LGA 1151 support. I’m keeping this setup but wondering if a 7700k makes sense for another PC when I could upgrade my own for $75 more.
It would need either software or hardware TPM. Regarding the EOL for Windows 10, it should arrive in about two years. However, based on past Windows OS end-of-life cycles (like Win7), it's possible Microsoft will still release updates after the EOL date—though that’s not something to rely on. You, Radium, and I might not find much value in Windows 11. But if Radium passes it along, they could be giving it to someone who knows how to use it well (whether in school, at a friend’s place, or a library). Eventually, you’ll need to adapt. I’m currently compiling a parts list for a new work PC so I can upgrade to Windows 11 and start testing. Coming back to TPM, I’d make sure the motherboard has a hardware-based TPM slot if you’re considering that option with Radium. Back then, those chips cost around $20 or more to install. In terms of performance, a jump from version 6 to 7 probably won’t notice much improvement.
Definitely not. The difference in performance between the 6500 and 7500 is just a percentage. The 7700 works better for gaming but isn't really useful anymore. For everyday tasks, it doesn’t provide any advantage. Save money and use what you already have. Also, spending $80 on a 7700 is a big mistake—far more expensive than the newer, faster CPUs.