Intel and ddr4
Intel and ddr4
So the current setup is
12600kf
Thermalright peerless assassin
MSI z690-a WiFi ddr4
500gb nvme
2tb nvme storage
2tb sata ssd
32gb ddr4 3200 (from what I’ve seen it isn’t running dual channel on this board, brand is timetec, some cheap stuff from amazon)
Rx 6800xt
Corsair rm850x
The build is about a year old, but I’ve thought about upgrading the CPU and possibly getting better DDR4. However, I’ve heard that DDR4 might limit performance. I’m not sure if spending 50 for a new RAM kit is worth it compared to upgrading the processor.
Since I have Microcenter nearby, maybe I could get a 7700x or 9700x bundle with the board and 32gb of DDR5 for around 400 instead of upgrading and replacing everything.
Don’t misunderstand, what I currently have is what I like, but it’s always enjoyable to tinker.
Thoughts? Maybe I should just buy a used i7 12700 or 13700 and some better RAM and consider that enough?
I think I’m wondering if I should skip performance since I probably will get some extra cash around Christmas. You see all the new stuff and it makes you think.
I’ve heard a lot about CPU wear with Intel, but at work we use several recent i7 models from Dell without much trouble. Should I be concerned about CPU degradation when I find a good deal on a 13700 or 14700? Also, Microcenter has the i9 12900k on sale for 250—worth checking if it’s just for games?
By the way, I should have mentioned my monitor is 27 inches, 1440p, 180hz.
If you're purchasing a new motherboard along with a CPU, then choosing DDR5 is appropriate. But don't limit yourself only to DDR5.
In terms of stability...
It seems the issue has been resolved through a microcode update, which was initially caused by overvoltage or voltage fluctuations, either from the motherboard or from the user.
The only reason DDR4 is limiting you is if you're using a 4090.
When ram isn't functioning in dual channel mode, it indicates that ram is installed in the incorrect slots.
This statement explains that a dual channel DDR4-4000 memory can achieve around 44GB/s, offering more than a 10GB/s increase in bandwidth compared to PCIe 4.0.
Here’s a revised version of your text:
I might browse eBay and find a used 13700, then buy a DDR4 3600 or 4000 module. The positive part is my wife’s machine needs an upgrade to run Windows 11. Her current model is an i7 3770, which is over 11 years old. I could then consider getting a B450 or B550 processor along with a 4500G or 5600G, or if I find a good deal on an Intel build, assemble a budget box. I saw a good offer on Facebook recently—someone was selling an i7 8700K with a damaged PCIe slot for around $50. Since she doesn’t play games, that PC would mainly handle office tasks, and I could repurpose the DDR4 memory.
How does this configuration fit into my existing setup without requiring a full replacement?
https://a.co/d/9lqiglU
Maybe upgrading the 13700 to boost the board and sell the i5?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1267929776...1QoO_yZSxW&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
In your opinion regarding your wife's requirements...
Reduce the current setup by removing some storage, power supply, and graphics card components. Maybe simplify the case depending on her preferences (or interest). Lower the system's power supply, use a single GPU slot, and consider the 500GB NVMe drive. Dual channel won't be essential, but it could still work well.
I tried something similar with an A380 and it performed very well.