Inquiry regarding constructing a new computer system
Inquiry regarding constructing a new computer system
I need a new pc soon.
First I considered buying a current model, but then I noticed Z890 is available in the market. However, there isn’t much official news about budget cpus and chipsets like h810 or b860, or even the latest core i3 (ultra 3).
All the information I’ve seen is at least three months old and it’s confusing.
Will this generation only have ultra 5-9 models that are already on the market?
Or will Intel release 3 and lower, like Nvidia 50 and 60 series after they launch their flagship cards?
What suggestions do you have?
I’m not in a rush, but I’m not familiar with the release of new CPUs and chipsets from previous generations. I’d like to know how long it will take until those chips appear on the market if they are being developed.
From a historical perspective, Intel introduces new high-end products first, roughly offering about a 15% improvement in price versus performance. Chips that perform less well tend to follow somewhat later. My estimate is around six months from now. The naming conventions like I3/5/7/9 are changing too—no longer refer to core counts or hyperthreading levels. What price range are you considering?
Here’s a reference guide to Intel processor names:
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/...orialtable
And here’s a list of processors, including some under the current 265K line, such as the 245K model:
https://www.intel.com/content/www/u...-2...tions.html
If you’re not in a rush, it’s wise to wait. New generation products might have early problems that will be resolved with BIOS updates.
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So basically, it should be available in February?
No, I'm not in a rush, so I think I should hold off.
My budget is limited to a budget or low-tier category (not Pentium, just an I3). Since I won't play around or do heavy tasks.
The reason that came to mind was that the Ultra 3 appears to have double the cores compared to the current-gen I3, though I'm not sure if the price would match.
What is your primary purpose for using your computer?
If gaming is your focus, check the single-thread performance first.
Execute the cpu-Z benchmark on your current system and examine the single-thread ratings.
For instance, the i3-6100 was released about nine years ago. It features 2 cores with 4 processing threads.
It achieves a cpu-z single-thread score of 417: https://valid.x86.fr/bench/tzinb8
my cpu matches the one you mentioned in your example. nothing unusual.
for instance, i used my pc for under five hours last month. mainly for internet tasks, printing, and some data transfers.
i have installed games such as Overwatch 2, Dota 2, Hogwarts Legacy, and Shadow of Tomb Raider. I haven't played any of them in the past three months.
if i had a NVMe slot on my current motherboard, maybe this upgrade wouldn't be necessary. but i lost access to both my NVMe drives because this B250 chip doesn't support them.
i hope it's clearer now. i think an i3 or ultra 3 should suffice for my current needs.
Without a synthetic reference point, it's hard to distinguish significantly between a SATA SSD and an NVMe SSD.
If you opt for an NVMe SSD, affordable PCIe adapters are available.
For instance:
https://www.amazon.com/Adapter-adva...pcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A3F3TWMW51FQC7
yes, there are some. but there will be boot issues and the one you linked is around 800$.
i can buy a H series motherboard for about 75$.
why would i buy such adapters?
i have seen some for around 25 dollars.
i think spending money on this build is a waste and it makes more sense to get a H series motherboard.
p.s:
anyway, i noticed people on this forums really hate H series, maybe you could tell me why? aren't thoae MoBo for people like me who use their pc rarely?