Intel's Xeons can perform well for gaming, especially with newer models and strong processors.
Intel's Xeons can perform well for gaming, especially with newer models and strong processors.
Looks like you spotted a used Xeon E5-1650 v3 with a motherboard and RAM included on eBay. When paired with a 2080/Super graphics card, it should perform well for 1440p gaming or streaming.
It’ll function similarly to a 5820k, causing performance issues. There’s no clear path for improvement and it’ll use more power. RAM is likely to be low-cost, and the motherboard probably isn’t reliable. We’ve seen what those eBay Xeons do—best to look elsewhere, like the 12400F.
What's the price for that 5820k board? It seems like it's not very powerful.
Sure thing! The price tag might not be too bad—it should keep the game running smoothly at over 60 frames per second, though it won’t offer the highest possible frame rates.
It costs $130 to ship. Comes with a 2011-v3 motherboard, two 8GB DDR3 1600 sticks. More affordable than an i5 12th gen CPU without RAM or a motherboard. I also considered an E5-2680 ($20) plus a new X79g board (assuming Chinese, $70) and DDR3 8x2 sticks ($30) = $120 each time.
What model? Those Chinese boards last only a few months before failing, making them essentially useless. Sending $130 brings you halfway through a much superior system. For tight budgets it’s not terrible, but the single-core speed is weak and won’t deliver high FPS. Over 60 is fine, that’s about all.
Uncertain if it's compatible with DDR3—could be a mistake or an unusual workaround. I've tried similar setups before using the 2667. Many Chinese boards offer registered ECC memory, which can be more cost-effective than standard RAM. Performance wasn't particularly impressive, but it functioned adequately.
That's quite a bargain. You can find a decent used b3/450 or x3/470 motherboard paired with a Ryzen 5 2600 or 3500X for a similar cost. DDR4 memory, especially bare PCBs, is surprisingly affordable in developing markets—like the 8GB bare DDR4 boards here in India, which are around $17. High-core-count CPUs such as the E5-2670 v3 12C 24T are now under $20 on AliExpress, making this a great opportunity for budget builds.
It’s probably better to go with a 4770K and push it a bit higher. The cost would be similar. Check these deals: the first one here and this other listing both show solid options.
It looks like you're weighing options carefully. The situation isn't worth the effort, especially with the high costs of motherboards for Xeon chips and unreliable Chinese parts. I'm focusing on a budget build under $900, aiming for an RTX 2080 at 1440p. I'm exploring ways to assemble something affordable locally, hoping to sell it for a modest profit or break-even. I found a used RTX 2080 for $380, which sparked my interest. The remaining budget is tight—around $520 for the rest of the components. It's a challenge, but I'm excited to see what I can create.