Organizing your next enhancement
Organizing your next enhancement
Hey there, I'm currently using a 6700k and thinking about my next upgrade. Since I'm diving into multi-boxing games and AI/ML research, I need something that can handle more clients and complex workloads. I'm running Manjaro Linux and planning to use an NVIDIA GPU for my machine. My current setup has a 1060 6Gb card, but I'll upgrade it later if it helps my studies. For gaming, I usually run six clients at 1080p with the CPU maxed out, but I'd love to boost those numbers.
Looking at CPU features, I'm aiming for more cores and threads. Switching from Ryzen to Threadripper or Epyc could be beneficial, though it might cost more. Xeons are another option if you want a more balanced path. If you're open to it, server components could work too, but the jump in price is significant. I'm not rushing—maybe this year would be better. Any tips would be super helpful!
I’d check a 3950x...for the discussion and performance stats. If by clients you mean virtual machines, a used server with two CPUs is available at a lower cost. Installing several GPUs could be challenging, though. We should get more details about why you’re handling many clients.
I chose the Ryzen 3950. It outperforms older threadrippers and offers strong gaming performance thanks to its high single-core speeds. For graphics, the 2070 Super provides good value right now. PCPartPicker compiled this list for you.
Refers to actual game instances rather than virtual machines. My interpretation is that adding more threads improves performance, even though processes use a thread pool. Running many clients is part of the game's design. The goal is to handle around ten clients smoothly, allowing streaming services like YouTube or Netflix to run alongside. I've observed users managing up to thirty clients, but maintaining control over all actions remains challenging. If you perform basic tasks, it's still beneficial. Aiming for ten clients strikes a good balance and lets me watch other content without lag.
If you're targeting 10 clients, a 3900x could work but a 3950x would be preferable. If the workload isn't too heavy, a used server with at least 12 cores (24 threads) would suffice. A DL380 G7 with two X5690 processors and 144GB RAM for around $450 shipped could be ideal. However, adding a high-power card might pose challenges. Older servers with lots of RAM could actually help—you might run the game directly on a ramdisk to improve speed. I'm curious about your revenue model for delivering game clients.
I earn money through gameplay in EVE Online. It's a space MMORPG where you pay £15 per month per account, but you can also buy in-game time using real money. I farm in-game currency to fund my accounts and buy ships for fun battles. I’ll check the servers as long as they support high-end GPUs and power needs. That’s all I need to worry about?