X5675, W3690, i7-3770 GTX 980 Performance Issue
X5675, W3690, i7-3770 GTX 980 Performance Issue
You’re catching two great offers. The X5675 is a sixcore chip, making it ideal for video editing and similar tasks, though its slower clock speed could hurt performance in games that don’t require many cores. The X56-Xeons can be overclocked, and the X5675 is often praised for achieving high clock speeds—though it might not be suitable for overclocking on a standard Dell OEM board. It’s possible you’ve already hit 4GHz with the right components, but I’m not sure what to make of this. Good luck with your project!
Thanks! I've checked the other two radiator choices. It seems I might have to choose one. I'm still really interested in getting two 8GB RAM sticks, which is a solid setup for upgrading. Although it might not make much difference, it's worth it for $17! If I go another $33, I could end up with 48GB of RAM. Not sure if I'll ever actually use it, but it's interesting. Haha! To fully utilize the GTX 980, I should probably install an Xeon W3680 to increase multipliers. Also, no, Dell doesn't support BIOS overclocking.
This seems contradictory. The manual specifies two 8GB drives and four 4GB drives, while the higher configuration uses all 8GB sticks for 48GB. Are you suggesting that three 8GB drives are acceptable?
Yup, i have one running three 8GB sticks right now, just make sur eyou put then in the right slot. most computers use dual channel, some high end use quad channel however, socket 1366 uses triple channel so it is always best to ensure you have either three or all 6 of the ram slots filled. for best performance stick with matching sticks but if you cant afford or obtain matching sticks you are still better off having 3 or 6 slots filled with mismatched sticks. remember that the ram will operate at the lowest speed stick you have. Three 8Gb sticks would be fine and give you 24GB, you could then, if you wanted at a later date get another three to up it to 48. I have seen a few systems with the daughterboard maxed out to 196gb of ram but that was for a chap who was running lots of virtual machines. BTW, if you haven't already, check to make sure you have the latest bios installed, i had issues upgrading the CPU on one of mine and it was all down to a BIOS issue.
Additionally, regarding RAM, the Xeons are confirmed to support only 24GB of unencrypted memory (such as typical consumer modules). ECC memory allows for significantly larger capacities. Certain boards, like the EVGA SR-2, simply don't accommodate large amounts of RAM irrespective of ECC status. It can be a bit unpredictable, but for dual-Xeon systems meant for performance rather than high-end gaming, it should work fine. Don't hesitate to explore the Xeon HEDT discussion thread for more insights. Many enthusiasts with LGA1366 and newer systems engage in custom modifications, including the @Zando Bob community.
Same here, I only have 24GB since I began with a 2x8GB kit and needed a matching DIMM for triple channel. Officially yes, though they function well with 8GB DIMMs. I haven't attempted running six 8GB DIMMs for a combined total of 48GB. I've noticed many people go for 48GB (about 24GB per CPU), but that doesn't seem like a big advantage. Probably because most people are OC users, right? What do we do with all that RAM? SR-2 is also a quirky board overall—it handles weird stuff but manages because no other board can match Yos! I'll share the link here for easy access, though it's already in my sig.
You clarified your situation and asked for advice on whether upgrading is worthwhile. You mentioned the manual lists only two 8GB sticks and four 4GB sticks, while you have three 8GB and three 4GB options. You’re unsure if it’s worth the change, especially since you don’t plan to replace everything at once. You also noted you don’t have a riser board and are considering buying it later if needed. You’re planning to look into the forum section for more details.
If extra memory isn’t necessary, I’d redirect that amount toward another opportunity unless the $20 is negligible. Why not?