Processing unit for gaming servers

XLN2009
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10-10-2020, 09:46 PM

I'm checking out options for building a PC to run game servers for myself and friends, along with some light work. I'm considering CPUs around the 5600X and 12100F lines, but wondering if anyone has tips on a budget-friendly choice that works well for Minecraft and ARK.

XLN2009

10-10-2020, 09:46 PM #1

Patrions_
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10-15-2020, 10:02 AM

Minecraft is easy to set up. Most users suggest 6-8g bandwidth and a solid internet connection. Either choice works if you have at least 16GB of RAM and a reliable connection.

Patrions_

10-15-2020, 10:02 AM #2

Minecraft is easy to set up. Most users suggest 6-8g bandwidth and a solid internet connection. Either choice works if you have at least 16GB of RAM and a reliable connection.

RMUMAURICE777
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10-16-2020, 04:34 PM

I have gigabit both ways, so the link works fine. For MC it’s quite heavily customized because I’m using an old 1500x machine, but I’ll upgrade a little when I sell it.

RMUMAURICE777

10-16-2020, 04:34 PM #3

I have gigabit both ways, so the link works fine. For MC it’s quite heavily customized because I’m using an old 1500x machine, but I’ll upgrade a little when I sell it.

mc4105
Member

10-18-2020, 05:50 PM

You're on an AM4 platform and your chipset supports Zen3—this means the 5600X provides a significant performance boost without needing a new motherboard. If you're looking to move toward virtualization or server setups, the 5700X is also a strong choice.

mc4105

10-18-2020, 05:50 PM #4

RockRippa
Junior Member

10-18-2020, 11:15 PM

Thanks for letting me know. Since you're retiring the old setup, it will be a clean new version but that’s been useful.

RockRippa

10-18-2020, 11:15 PM #5

Thanks for letting me know. Since you're retiring the old setup, it will be a clean new version but that’s been useful.

Pickmaster12
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10-19-2020, 07:13 AM

But why does it seem so much more expensive than just maintaining the current setup and replacing only the CPU? It doesn’t seem logical to spend money "just because." You could even resell the 1500x CPU for a lower price, and you’d receive a processor that’s roughly three times faster for a total cost of around 100 dollars, without needing a new system.

Pickmaster12

10-19-2020, 07:13 AM #6

Chubbeh_
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10-19-2020, 08:36 AM

To some degree, yes. But it’s mainly for a friend, and switching costs around 50-100 are making the 12th-gen Intel option more appealing.

Chubbeh_

10-19-2020, 08:36 AM #7

To some degree, yes. But it’s mainly for a friend, and switching costs around 50-100 are making the 12th-gen Intel option more appealing.

louie018
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10-21-2020, 12:09 AM

yeah if you are building a whole new system, really no reason to go AMD over Intel currently in your case.

louie018

10-21-2020, 12:09 AM #8

yeah if you are building a whole new system, really no reason to go AMD over Intel currently in your case.

7sr_
Junior Member

10-21-2020, 06:58 AM

A solid choice would be a 12th-gen model with strong performance and reliability, such as a mid-to-high-tier SUV or crossover in the current generation.

7sr_

10-21-2020, 06:58 AM #9

A solid choice would be a 12th-gen model with strong performance and reliability, such as a mid-to-high-tier SUV or crossover in the current generation.

CrazyXD
Member

10-26-2020, 09:18 AM

#10

Keep costs low by choosing affordable options.

CrazyXD

10-26-2020, 09:18 AM #10

Keep costs low by choosing affordable options.