Updated processor for trading
Updated processor for trading
You're considering a high-performance setup for trading platforms. The i9-9900K is a strong CPU option, but ensure your motherboard supports it. With 32GB RAM is recommended, and you're currently at 16GB, upgrading would be beneficial. Consider pairing it with a reliable motherboard and sufficient RAM to handle the workload efficiently.
This refers to a software application with several open windows, often using multiple cores for performance. The memory capacity varies by motherboard, typically up to 64GB or sometimes 32GB, though specialized boards can exceed these limits with different connectors.
Opened multiple Chrome tabs on tradestation and thinkorswim, streaming YouTube simultaneously. My i7 5820k is overheating and struggling with the workload.
My recall speed is about a 3950, which is roughly similar to a 9900k stock in single-threaded frames per second. However, when it comes to multithread performance, a 9900k at 5.3 OC can’t even match a 3950. It really depends on your processing skills, the chip design, and what you're trying to achieve.
Assuming multithread (anything video or spreadsheet that is new) 3950. Hands down. Like 30% faster. If you OC well, AND You have single thread workloads (older apps) you might be able to get +5-10% extra out of intel. If you can’t or aren’t it’s basically even. Edited August 26, 2020 by Bombastinator Had more to say.
I should note that I’m the person discussing threadripper, mainly since I’m unfamiliar with your specific scenario. Threadripper tends to perform better in multi-threaded environments but may lag in single-threaded situations, especially when you have a lot of memory available.