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Compare Ryzen 5 3600 and Threadripper 1900X for performance and use cases.

Compare Ryzen 5 3600 and Threadripper 1900X for performance and use cases.

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Darkvergus
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04-09-2019, 07:27 AM
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I've been considering upgrading my old gaming PC from about five years ago. Many of us dream of running a high-end threadripper, but those are expensive for most people. I believe a first-generation 1900X could be worth around $200 or more. My main question is whether it's worth the investment for a "slow/old" threadripper or if spending that same amount on a modern R5 3600 would be better. The only clear differences are the extra two cores on the 1900X, but it also has a much higher TDP.
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Darkvergus
04-09-2019, 07:27 AM #1

I've been considering upgrading my old gaming PC from about five years ago. Many of us dream of running a high-end threadripper, but those are expensive for most people. I believe a first-generation 1900X could be worth around $200 or more. My main question is whether it's worth the investment for a "slow/old" threadripper or if spending that same amount on a modern R5 3600 would be better. The only clear differences are the extra two cores on the 1900X, but it also has a much higher TDP.

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DotanM
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04-10-2019, 07:11 PM
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Choosing the older, slower TR would be a major mistake. The gains from first to third generation are huge.
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DotanM
04-10-2019, 07:11 PM #2

Choosing the older, slower TR would be a major mistake. The gains from first to third generation are huge.

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EthRry
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04-16-2019, 01:18 AM
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Also better IMC, better FPU—just because you're paying attention means you're paying attention to this thing, right? Because clearly you're focused on it.
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EthRry
04-16-2019, 01:18 AM #3

Also better IMC, better FPU—just because you're paying attention means you're paying attention to this thing, right? Because clearly you're focused on it.

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Niclin13
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04-16-2019, 10:07 AM
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The $300+ motherboard for Threadripper paired with a subpar CPU is justified for most users because it ensures stability and compatibility, even when paired with less powerful processors. This setup prioritizes reliability over raw performance, making it suitable for everyday tasks and light workloads without frequent upgrades.
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Niclin13
04-16-2019, 10:07 AM #4

The $300+ motherboard for Threadripper paired with a subpar CPU is justified for most users because it ensures stability and compatibility, even when paired with less powerful processors. This setup prioritizes reliability over raw performance, making it suitable for everyday tasks and light workloads without frequent upgrades.

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Froulard
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04-16-2019, 11:33 AM
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The sTR4 motherboards begin around $250, though this is just one factor to consider.
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Froulard
04-16-2019, 11:33 AM #5

The sTR4 motherboards begin around $250, though this is just one factor to consider.

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Esomeawesome
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04-16-2019, 05:06 PM
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The reasoning is no. Just because I have access to the TR 2990wx doesn't mean it's the best choice; I upgraded to the R9 3950x for better performance. Over time, technology improves across generations. The 2990wx has evolved into a server now.
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Esomeawesome
04-16-2019, 05:06 PM #6

The reasoning is no. Just because I have access to the TR 2990wx doesn't mean it's the best choice; I upgraded to the R9 3950x for better performance. Over time, technology improves across generations. The 2990wx has evolved into a server now.

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