8 cores shaping tomorrow?
8 cores shaping tomorrow?
The final takeaway seems unclear. What were you trying to say?
Ok my conclusions is that the new XBOX has 8 cores at 3.8GHz or 3.6GHZ with SMT enabled? Ok that means a quad-core at 5GHz or hexa-core at 4GHz should be able to keep up? I personally think a hexa-core might be the safer bet here... Anyone here agree that the new Intel Core i5-10 series or R5-3k series will at the very least at 12 threads be a logical bet? There is no need to "future proof" by buying a octo-core this early? Last time 8-threads was smart since consoles had 8 but now?
I believe a strong 6/12 chip can remain useful for many years before it feels outdated, mainly due to slower performance rather than missing cores. When discussions about future-proofing focus, they often refer to having more resources to enjoy games longer. In this sense, upgrading to higher core counts isn't necessary unless you anticipate needing advanced capabilities like rendering or video editing later. A 6/12 chip works well for gaming, streaming, and everyday tasks, but it can be adapted for future needs if required.
It also relies on how developers plan to utilize more cores in the coming years. Likely upcoming titles will efficiently use up to eight cores thanks to the new console, but whether they can leverage more remains uncertain. As for my own upgrade path, I’ll probably aim for an 8/16 if I upgrade within a couple of years, assuming I don’t need another one for three years after that. That said, many factors could change in those two years, so I’ll have to see how things unfold. We’re currently caught in a transitional phase, and the future feels close. It’s tough for those who want to upgrade now to decide what’s best, and honestly, I might not know myself if I were planning an upgrade this year. If my system fails right now, I’d likely consider a Ryzen 5 3600x for a fresh build—it offers solid value and should suffice for my current needs.
I’m considering a hexa-core processor from the 10th generation Intel or the 4th generation AMD if they meet the 20k multi-core and 1600+ single-core scores. I compared the Ryzen 2700X and the 3700X, averaged their results, and halved the number to see if it stays above 20k. Since consoles typically run at lower clock speeds, a mid-range core should still perform well.
I'm placing a wager on a CPU priced at $20,000 with a market value of $1,600 in sales price. UwU (hope it's a 10th gen Intel or a 4th gen AMD hexa can deliver that.)