Chat interface for CPU tier listings
Chat interface for CPU tier listings
A CPU tier list is on the way, developed by me along with @LukeSavenije, @themctipers, @Stefan Payne, and @XR6. It’s the right spot for discussions, ideas, and feedback. I’ll be revisiting this page regularly, so you’ll see a lot of my input.
The list may cover various categories such as top CPUs for overclocking, optimal multi-threaded results, peak single-threaded speed, general performance, and value for money.
How many generations should we include? Think about the 6000 series Intel, which is just a minor update compared to the 2000 series over time. Overclocking potential and expected outcomes should be considered. Laptop GPUs are also tricky—often confusing with specs like U/s/k/hq. To find some old yet still valuable CPUs without overspending, we need a clear strategy.
Currently this detail hasn't been added yet but will be included soon. For Intel desktop CPUs we're returning to the 3rd generation/Ivy Bridge lineup (including some X58 Xeons). For AMD desktop CPUs we'll revert to Bulldozer. We're still deciding on a naming system—perhaps something like "U = Ultra-low power, MQ = Quad-core mobile CPU"—but haven't finalized it yet. Edit: I won't be updating the tier list starting June 14th because I lack the time and motivation. Thank you for your understanding.
We'll organize content into unlocked, locked, and mobile CPU categories for both AMD and Intel. The top will feature the latest models, followed by older ones. We may introduce a tier labeled F tier that isn't practical. Intel's unlocked section is currently complete. Each category includes details like TDP, name, tier, and core count.
It's a pointless list to have imo because it's not as nuanced as say, motherboards and PSUs where performance and quality are ambiguous among models that sound the same. Every single 3700x or 9900k is relatively the same and there's enough data out there for each CPU where a list isn't necessary.
They likely had six months to prepare but chose not to, probably because it wasn’t essential and might have led to more conflict than learning.