Yes, power equals power in terms of magnitude, but it depends on context and units.
Yes, power equals power in terms of magnitude, but it depends on context and units.
I often hear people mention core count and CPU generations when talking about VRM capabilities. I usually reply by saying "power is power" and that those details don’t matter for a VRM’s suitability. However, I’m curious—are there any aspects of core count or design that could affect whether a motherboard supports a 4-core R5 1500X overclocked at 90W, but not an 8-core R7 5700X at the same wattage?
I agree, power remains power. 90w equals 90w. I could be wrong, though.
the issue begins with the TDP ratings from AMD and Intel being questionable. though one CPU draws 90W through the VRM and another does the same, they’re nearly identical at comparable voltages. minor differences in VRM performance exist across voltage levels, but if you're within that narrow range where it matters, you're already operating near the edge.
Yes, the 90W at 12V remains accurate. However, CPU ratings today often reflect real performance rather than just numbers. Wattage isn't always a reliable indicator of capability, especially with modern features like self-boosting. The 13900K and 7950X both show higher draw under load than their listed values suggest, so actual usage matters more than static specs.
ah yes, AMD's 65W TDP on AM5 CPUs lmao I think they mistook 65W TDP with 65W when it's just sitting in motherboard with powered off PC
I understand the TDP values are misleading, which is why I mentioned the 5700X draws 90W—possibly because its actual TDP is around 65W, but its PPT reaches 88W, setting the real power limit. Yes, a 1500X with 90W won’t match a 5900X that has 105W TDP, since the latter caps at 142W. I’m assuming the CPUs are consuming similar power, not just matching the same TDP labels or naming conventions.
Are you simply showing off your fandom or attempting to convey something meaningful? Up to now, you haven’t presented clear arguments.