Are you running on just two processors for daily tasks like office work, browsing the web, and watching videos?
Are you running on just two processors for daily tasks like office work, browsing the web, and watching videos?
Hey everyone, I'm trying to decide what CPU to buy for my parents' new computer. They need something for basic tasks like spreadsheets, typing, web browsing, and YouTube. I was thinking of a 2200G and skipping the dedicated GPU since it's no longer available. I'm not sure if a quad-core processor is necessary for this level of use and wonder if an Athlon 3000G or even a lower-end model like a 240GE would suffice. They have four threads, which isn't as powerful as a true quad-core but better than a single-core option without hyperthreading.
The 3000G is a small CPU that caught my attention after a short run. Ideal for light tasks. It also handles overclocking well on a 14nm Zen chip, with speeds above 4 GHz achievable. Usually these models are sold at lower prices compared to other Raven Ridge Athlon variants, so I’d skip the 240GE unless you really need it and it’s affordable.
You're asking about what the future holds regarding office and system needs. The current setup will remain stable for a while, as a dual-core processor should suffice for the expected tasks.
It's helpful to know these prices. The 3000G is available for $90, and the 220GE (which was listed as 240GE on PC Part Picker) costs $71 with free shipping. This makes it a more affordable option. I’ll likely add other components from the same source to cover my build budget, which will help offset the cost. That’s my plan. However, I received an Asrock B450 VDH R4.0, which isn’t too special but offers decent future upgrades toward a 3100+ dedicated GPU later. If they only need a dual-core processor now, a Vega 3 should suffice for streaming and browsing. The $80 jump to the 3200G probably isn’t worth it unless they specifically require it.
I use my work laptop, an older i7-4600m with dual-core Haswell and hyperthreading. It functions adequately, handling videos and typical office tasks smoothly.
Thanks for the feedback! I'm leaning toward the Athlon now, especially since the 3000G is priced at $99 and the $90 model is out of stock. It gives the 220GE an edge. I also noticed they offer a laptop version for Zoom calls, which would be handy. The specs suggest it can handle dual-core processors over 2GHz, though screen sharing is limited to 5fps on dual cores. For a system with four threads, that might still work but could affect performance. What do you think about that?
every day my computer comes with a 4690K, GTX960, and 16GB of memory. it handles youtube and regular tasks well, and i can even run some older games if i’m not in the mood for switching to my gaming machine.
I expect at least four processing units by 2020 onward, since many simple programs now use more than two or four cores. A solid quad-core setup should handle most office tasks efficiently.