Yes, they're still functional but may have limited performance.
Yes, they're still functional but may have limited performance.
Older titles are fine. I recently switched from a 3570K clocked at 4.5ghz to a R3 3100, and performance improved noticeably in certain games. Unless you plan to overclock them or use a non-overclockable motherboard, I wouldn’t recommend them.
Typically the games will function well, though you might need to lower the settings in some titles. For VR, I wouldn’t suggest these options right now—they can barely handle many demanding VR experiences. These CPUs are still a solid, easy-to-use gaming option when paired with a good graphics card, and they can usually manage high settings in most games. Just remember these are not the fastest processors available, so don’t expect top-tier performance. This advice comes from someone who upgraded from an I5 2500 a year ago, needing a quicker CPU for both work and gaming. They also manage several I5 2400 units and an i5 4570 for family use. For comparison, one of the 2400 models and the 4570 run the 1060 with a 3GB model, while their previous setup had a 1050 with a 2GB version. Both still perform adequately, just accept the limitations of older systems when matched with a 1060.