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Recommended processor for a budget retro gaming PC along with tips

Recommended processor for a budget retro gaming PC along with tips

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idog6295
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12-09-2016, 09:21 PM
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After constructing my first PC myself, I realized the concept of a second "Old"-style rig for classic titles like Tes4/Tes3/Gothic. Since these games aren't optimized for multiple cores, I believe a high single-core clock speed is more crucial. I'm leaning toward choosing an i3 10th generation instead of an i5 10th gen. While an i3 11th generation would offer better GPU performance, the i3 11th gen doesn't exist. I found out that the i3 10325 was available but not widely advertised. I'm torn between getting the 10325 or the 10320, which is cheaper by 40€ but has a 100 MHz lower boost and base clock. The 325 model is currently out of stock. My main question is whether the 320 or 325 models make sense for pairing with a 1050 Ti or 1060. I'm curious if the extra 100 MHz really adds value at 40€.
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12-09-2016, 09:21 PM #1

After constructing my first PC myself, I realized the concept of a second "Old"-style rig for classic titles like Tes4/Tes3/Gothic. Since these games aren't optimized for multiple cores, I believe a high single-core clock speed is more crucial. I'm leaning toward choosing an i3 10th generation instead of an i5 10th gen. While an i3 11th generation would offer better GPU performance, the i3 11th gen doesn't exist. I found out that the i3 10325 was available but not widely advertised. I'm torn between getting the 10325 or the 10320, which is cheaper by 40€ but has a 100 MHz lower boost and base clock. The 325 model is currently out of stock. My main question is whether the 320 or 325 models make sense for pairing with a 1050 Ti or 1060. I'm curious if the extra 100 MHz really adds value at 40€.

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Slweepy
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12-11-2016, 12:40 AM
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No, the extra cost isn't justified by the minor gain.
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Slweepy
12-11-2016, 12:40 AM #2

No, the extra cost isn't justified by the minor gain.

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12-11-2016, 06:06 AM
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3.8GHz should work fine for older titles at 1440p or potentially 4K resolution.
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Broflash
12-11-2016, 06:06 AM #3

3.8GHz should work fine for older titles at 1440p or potentially 4K resolution.

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12-15-2016, 11:16 PM
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The GPU plays a bigger role at higher resolutions.
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KOleox
12-15-2016, 11:16 PM #4

The GPU plays a bigger role at higher resolutions.

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01-01-2017, 05:35 AM
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Looking into MAG B460M with Wi-Fi, I’m planning to use an i3 processor. Can a higher RAM speed work with this setup? Does it affect performance? The MSI site only lists RAM with 1.2GHz, but my budget has a 1.35GHz model with 3200MHz. Also, what’s the best PSU for an 80GB RAM module?
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Amtrak10
01-01-2017, 05:35 AM #5

Looking into MAG B460M with Wi-Fi, I’m planning to use an i3 processor. Can a higher RAM speed work with this setup? Does it affect performance? The MSI site only lists RAM with 1.2GHz, but my budget has a 1.35GHz model with 3200MHz. Also, what’s the best PSU for an 80GB RAM module?

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