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AMD EPYC designed for everyday tasks

AMD EPYC designed for everyday tasks

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dyliacco
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06-27-2019, 04:43 PM
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Today I checked eBay and saw a 32-core AMD EPYC 7551 for $150. I wondered if it could work well for everyday use and what the pros and cons might be.
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dyliacco
06-27-2019, 04:43 PM #1

Today I checked eBay and saw a 32-core AMD EPYC 7551 for $150. I wondered if it could work well for everyday use and what the pros and cons might be.

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alejandrobo1
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06-30-2019, 06:40 AM
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Not applicable. This scenario isn't suited for gaming purposes.
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alejandrobo1
06-30-2019, 06:40 AM #2

Not applicable. This scenario isn't suited for gaming purposes.

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07-02-2019, 05:50 PM
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Even with a high overclock setting, the performance will be quite poor because of the slow processor speeds and the outdated Zen architecture. It’s better to opt for a used Ryzen single-core model since it will be more practical for everyday tasks like gaming and browsing. The older boards you find today, even at around 250$, are still quite costly when compared to modern alternatives. For a budget of about 400$, you can get a 7551 processor and an SP3 board, or you can pair it with a used B3/450 or X3/470 board if you’re lucky.
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07-02-2019, 05:50 PM #3

Even with a high overclock setting, the performance will be quite poor because of the slow processor speeds and the outdated Zen architecture. It’s better to opt for a used Ryzen single-core model since it will be more practical for everyday tasks like gaming and browsing. The older boards you find today, even at around 250$, are still quite costly when compared to modern alternatives. For a budget of about 400$, you can get a 7551 processor and an SP3 board, or you can pair it with a used B3/450 or X3/470 board if you’re lucky.

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