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Question about cpu upgrade

Question about cpu upgrade

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Heroteddy
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06-16-2016, 06:25 AM
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She’s looking for a strong Ryzen option that offers good value for her needs—gaming, CAD, and 3D design work. Avoiding Threadripper is a good choice.
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Heroteddy
06-16-2016, 06:25 AM #1

She’s looking for a strong Ryzen option that offers good value for her needs—gaming, CAD, and 3D design work. Avoiding Threadripper is a good choice.

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ketman34
Posting Freak
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06-16-2016, 09:40 AM
#2
Based on the required core count... 12 threads, 3600X 16 threads, 3700X 24 threads, 3900X. Is this the optimal value? If you need even more performance, consider paying a premium.
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ketman34
06-16-2016, 09:40 AM #2

Based on the required core count... 12 threads, 3600X 16 threads, 3700X 24 threads, 3900X. Is this the optimal value? If you need even more performance, consider paying a premium.

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schrijverkes
Member
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06-17-2016, 02:41 AM
#3
Someone mentioned that instead of the 3600 model, you can use a 3600 because they’re essentially the same chip but with minor clock adjustments.
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schrijverkes
06-17-2016, 02:41 AM #3

Someone mentioned that instead of the 3600 model, you can use a 3600 because they’re essentially the same chip but with minor clock adjustments.

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Acekilla
Junior Member
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06-17-2016, 02:24 PM
#4
She likely upgraded from a 4-core 8-thread chip to something more powerful, possibly for better performance. She uses a high-quality monitor and is playing many FPS games, so the upgrade makes sense. The plan is to replace her current case with an NZXT H210I iX case featuring AIO cooling that can handle her CPU without overheating her room.
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Acekilla
06-17-2016, 02:24 PM #4

She likely upgraded from a 4-core 8-thread chip to something more powerful, possibly for better performance. She uses a high-quality monitor and is playing many FPS games, so the upgrade makes sense. The plan is to replace her current case with an NZXT H210I iX case featuring AIO cooling that can handle her CPU without overheating her room.

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ash_n_brad
Posting Freak
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06-19-2016, 08:59 AM
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Which aio cooler?
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ash_n_brad
06-19-2016, 08:59 AM #5

Which aio cooler?

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JunkdudeHD
Junior Member
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06-19-2016, 05:30 PM
#6
Understood, 3600 is sufficient.
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JunkdudeHD
06-19-2016, 05:30 PM #6

Understood, 3600 is sufficient.

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Ezekel
Junior Member
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06-21-2016, 03:54 PM
#7
I already purchased the Corsair H100i platinum.
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Ezekel
06-21-2016, 03:54 PM #7

I already purchased the Corsair H100i platinum.

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Bidsie
Member
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06-23-2016, 11:01 AM
#8
Select any of the options listed; decide on the one that fits your budget.
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Bidsie
06-23-2016, 11:01 AM #8

Select any of the options listed; decide on the one that fits your budget.

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Slimeboss2003
Junior Member
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06-23-2016, 12:26 PM
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To determine how much RAM you need for the 3700, check your PC's specifications. The shop owner mentioned Ryzen prefers fast RAM, so ensure your system supports high-speed options.
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Slimeboss2003
06-23-2016, 12:26 PM #9

To determine how much RAM you need for the 3700, check your PC's specifications. The shop owner mentioned Ryzen prefers fast RAM, so ensure your system supports high-speed options.

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nickernoose
Member
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06-23-2016, 07:46 PM
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It's less crucial now compared to before. A 3200 or 3600 MHz CL16 RAM would be ideal. I haven't seen it yet, but the video might explain it better if you're interested.
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nickernoose
06-23-2016, 07:46 PM #10

It's less crucial now compared to before. A 3200 or 3600 MHz CL16 RAM would be ideal. I haven't seen it yet, but the video might explain it better if you're interested.

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