i7 920 processor suited for virtual reality applications.

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Tariax
Member

01-02-2016, 09:18 AM

Hi, the i7 920 is in a newly renovated attic with plenty of space. It seems like a good candidate for VR, though the games you're playing are mainly heavier titles and party games. I'm not sure if it can handle the experience well. It's running smoothly at 4.6 GHz and has been stable, but I haven't tried VR yet. Should I upgrade to something newer or stick with this one? It has 24GB RAM, a 920i7 at 4.6 GHz, and an SSD. I can't test it now due to the situation. The headset is a Rift and will be replaced with a Vive.

Tariax

01-02-2016, 09:18 AM #1

Traakz
Member

01-08-2016, 12:14 PM

No, unless you prefer 5fps in VR.

Traakz

01-08-2016, 12:14 PM #2

No, unless you prefer 5fps in VR.

Harambe_Lives
Member

184

01-21-2016, 08:33 AM

Consider testing before you get the headset. I believe a newer model would be preferable, especially since USB3 wasn't supported on those systems before.

Harambe_Lives

01-21-2016, 08:33 AM #3

Consider testing before you get the headset. I believe a newer model would be preferable, especially since USB3 wasn't supported on those systems before.

MrLegal
Member

170

01-23-2016, 03:48 AM

The USB 3.0 problem is resolved by the added card. The delay comes from power entering, and it would be better to invest extra funds in leaving USB ports available for power.

MrLegal

01-23-2016, 03:48 AM #4

The USB 3.0 problem is resolved by the added card. The delay comes from power entering, and it would be better to invest extra funds in leaving USB ports available for power.

Dustiny_
Junior Member

01-23-2016, 11:00 AM

My 4th generation i7 managed to run on Vive without needing a complex upgrade, unlike the first gen i7 which required a more substantial overhaul.

Dustiny_

01-23-2016, 11:00 AM #5

My 4th generation i7 managed to run on Vive without needing a complex upgrade, unlike the first gen i7 which required a more substantial overhaul.

FlameSquid32
Senior Member

501

01-23-2016, 12:57 PM

Don't expect different cables for upgrades—stick with the same ones. Just wait or invest if you want certainty it will function properly.

FlameSquid32

01-23-2016, 12:57 PM #6

Don't expect different cables for upgrades—stick with the same ones. Just wait or invest if you want certainty it will function properly.

LifelessShadow
Member

166

01-23-2016, 07:08 PM

I'm not sure it'll be that bad. I ran VR smoothly on a 6700hq and noticed the i7 920 usually matches that performance. The 6700hq had some issues at times, probably due to the weaker 970m.

LifelessShadow

01-23-2016, 07:08 PM #7

I'm not sure it'll be that bad. I ran VR smoothly on a 6700hq and noticed the i7 920 usually matches that performance. The 6700hq had some issues at times, probably due to the weaker 970m.

PokaFace
Junior Member

01-23-2016, 08:14 PM

It is at 4.6ghz but used to run at 4.9. Just the orochi couldn't handle the heat then due to it running passively. It does have a fan on it now.

PokaFace

01-23-2016, 08:14 PM #8

It is at 4.6ghz but used to run at 4.9. Just the orochi couldn't handle the heat then due to it running passively. It does have a fan on it now.

MavrosGR
Senior Member

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01-24-2016, 03:26 AM

Consider trying it if you're committed to the VR experience, though I doubt it will provide excellent frame rates.

MavrosGR

01-24-2016, 03:26 AM #9

Consider trying it if you're committed to the VR experience, though I doubt it will provide excellent frame rates.

BlurryFqce
Senior Member

486

01-24-2016, 08:02 PM

#10

Would a 2600k work better? It's currently in a TV box setup at a friend's place that I borrowed years ago. You might consider swapping the 2. It would remain stuck in stock since it's still on a B75 board, and the Z68 it came from is long gone.

BlurryFqce

01-24-2016, 08:02 PM #10

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