Intel
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Yes, any application limited by bandwidth will detect it. Creating bandwidth-limited apps isn't difficult. I can completely fill a DDR5 6000 with just a tenth of a single Zen 4 core and then restrict bandwidth until that portion of the job is done. (Any kind of FMA transformation across a big array (like more than 50% of L3) works similarly. PCIe5 behaves the same way; once you leave a frame buffer, you're fully limited by bandwidth, not generally by compute.)
Considering the chatter around Socket LGA1954, it’s wise to focus on AM5 as the current path. The other options seem less relevant right now.
The update seems aimed at LGA1851 rather than a complete new line. It keeps the same core count but adds an NPU for Copilot compatibility, which could be useful if you need local AI features. For budget CPUs, the Ultra 5 225F is the cheapest option at $171. If you're willing to invest in a better board, the i5 12600KF offers similar performance for $138. If your needs are simple, AM5 might be the right path. The Ultra 7 265K provides gaming power comparable to the R5 9600X and is close to the R9 7900X in productivity. For graphics, the 8500G costs $160 on Amazon or $120 on eBay, while the 8400F is now more expensive but still competitive. AMD remains the best choice if you value future upgrades, despite current complaints about Intel. AM5 gives you flexibility with more PCIe lanes and better board options, though it lacks AVX-512. At similar performance levels, the two CPUs often cost around $30. If you're looking for a solid alternative, the Ryzen 9 is usually faster and more affordable. It's disappointing how Intel's situation seems to be worsening, but finding a suitable replacement isn't easy.
However, I found out that the performance problem impacts every Intel CPU released in the 13th and 14th years with a thermal power rating of 65W or more, covering both K and non-K chips.