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Could upgrading your CPU be more cost-effective than other options?

Could upgrading your CPU be more cost-effective than other options?

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_NoWay_
Member
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01-28-2023, 06:49 PM
#1
Consider purchasing the used i7 3770 instead of a brand new model. It offers hyperthreading and improves performance to around 3.9 cores, making it a more affordable upgrade option.
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_NoWay_
01-28-2023, 06:49 PM #1

Consider purchasing the used i7 3770 instead of a brand new model. It offers hyperthreading and improves performance to around 3.9 cores, making it a more affordable upgrade option.

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Mater89135
Member
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02-04-2023, 07:13 PM
#2
You're using the system to enhance performance, as it will improve things but some games may require more than 4C/8T CPUs.
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Mater89135
02-04-2023, 07:13 PM #2

You're using the system to enhance performance, as it will improve things but some games may require more than 4C/8T CPUs.

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noamcool2000
Junior Member
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02-05-2023, 12:16 AM
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For a hundred dollars? That’s a lot of flexibility. You might actually save money and it wouldn’t hold you back much from the next upgrade.
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noamcool2000
02-05-2023, 12:16 AM #3

For a hundred dollars? That’s a lot of flexibility. You might actually save money and it wouldn’t hold you back much from the next upgrade.

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PantherClaw19
Member
149
02-05-2023, 06:11 AM
#4
Not only is it possible, but some even gain advantages! If the budget is limited, upgrading the CPU could help. For enjoying the latest AAA games, consider going with a Ryzen setup.
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PantherClaw19
02-05-2023, 06:11 AM #4

Not only is it possible, but some even gain advantages! If the budget is limited, upgrading the CPU could help. For enjoying the latest AAA games, consider going with a Ryzen setup.

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RainbowCrazy
Member
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02-05-2023, 07:48 AM
#5
You can acquire a used i7 2600K and utilize it in the same way, which is recommended.
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RainbowCrazy
02-05-2023, 07:48 AM #5

You can acquire a used i7 2600K and utilize it in the same way, which is recommended.

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ethandizzy
Member
169
02-10-2023, 12:21 PM
#6
I was just checking the forum news and saw some leaks about Intel's 10th generation chips around early 2020. Maybe I should hold off on the i5 10500 until I see the actual slides. Regarding Ryzen, I'm still hesitant about switching to AMD. My brother had an R7 1700 and expressed regret over not picking Intel for reasons like stability, performance, and audio problems he mentioned. He also said his system had some sound issues. I prefer chips with built-in graphics and don't want to worry about RAM speed. Plus, all my current coolers are Intel-based and I don't have AM4 adapters.
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ethandizzy
02-10-2023, 12:21 PM #6

I was just checking the forum news and saw some leaks about Intel's 10th generation chips around early 2020. Maybe I should hold off on the i5 10500 until I see the actual slides. Regarding Ryzen, I'm still hesitant about switching to AMD. My brother had an R7 1700 and expressed regret over not picking Intel for reasons like stability, performance, and audio problems he mentioned. He also said his system had some sound issues. I prefer chips with built-in graphics and don't want to worry about RAM speed. Plus, all my current coolers are Intel-based and I don't have AM4 adapters.