intel vs amd

Forum discussion tagged with intel vs amd.
  1. Zola.exe

    [SOLVED] i9 11th gen or i7 12th gen?

    So, as I prepare for a new machine I'd like some headers on which would be the better option. An i9 12th gen costs double the price of those aforementioned processors in the title. Planned uses, with (at least) an RTX 3080: 3D modeling Unreal Engine Unity Music production Gaming Virtual...
  2. Vox

    [SOLVED] May I switch the CPU?

    Hi there, I'd like to speed up my daughter's PC. I have 2 CPUs with motherboards and I'm unsure if it's worth replacing the CPU: from the AMD A10-5800K to an Intel Pentium G4560. The current "rig" is an FM2 mobo with the mentioned A10-5800K, we use the integrated GPU. It has an SSD, a HDD and...
  3. R

    Question Help, please? Which high-end CPU should I buy?

    Hello, friends! I want to ask this community for some piece of advice: I do NOT know what to choose from (I live in Romania, we have RON currency, but I'll convert it to EUR and USD): i9 10900KF (472 euro, 573 USD) i7 10700KF (349 euro, 423 USD) - I WANT THE KF VERSIONS BECAUSE THEY ARE CHEAPER...
  4. ValkRed

    [SOLVED] I need help with Intel or AMD choosing.

    So I am building a PC, a gaming PC (since it will be mainly used for gaming) and I need help in choosing between Intel or AMD. I tried comparing Intel's processors with AMD's and Intel always seems to have a better score. I am mainly debating between the Intel i5-9600K and the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X...
  5. F

    [SOLVED] Ryzen 9 3900x or Intel i9 9900k with gpu?

    Im not too sure on what cpu to get. I know the i9 9900k is a bit faster for games while the ryzen 9 3900x is better for everything else. I just need to know what will work better with my current gpu. I currently have EVGA geforce gtx 1080ti 11gb 32gb 2 x 16 3600 CL16 trident Gskill 750 watt...
  6. Aliency

    [SOLVED] Upgrading my CPU (AMD vs Intel) suggestions

    Hi everyone, I will upgrade my CPU and Mobo and I am between the Ryzen 3950x and the new upcoming Comet Lake 10900K, I am using the PC mostly for gaming,multitasking,work and i like overclocking as well. I know that intel is much better in OC compared to AMD but I saw a couple of reviews for...
  7. V

    [SOLVED] Updated builds: which is better for FPS?

    Hello! Posted a thread a couple of days ago and got some really good advice! Made some changes in the builds and here is the updated versions! Open for all advice you can throw at me since this is the first time I try to put togheter gaming pc. I want the best performance for competitive...
  8. S

    Discussion Suggest the better build for long term, considering I'm not professional gamer but love high FPS numbers!

    Ryzen 5 2600 Asus TUF B450-PRO GAMING G.Skill Aegis 8GB x2 modules DDR4 2666 Thermaltake Smart RGB 500W RX 580 Sapphire Nitro+ OR i5 9400F MSI MPG Z390 Gaming Plus G.Skill Aegis 8GB x2 modules DDR4 2666 Thermaltake Smart RGB 500W RX 580 Sapphire Nitro+
  9. bobalazs

    Question ryzen 5 2600 double power consumption than i5 4570. Why?

    i5 config is : Asrock H81M-VG4 i5 4570 2x8gb ddr3 1600 mhz intels cpu is 84w tdp, amd config is: Gigabyte GA-b450M S2H Ryzen 5 2600 2x8 Gb ddr4 3200 Mhz amd's is 65w. the mobo+cpu+memory changed only and also added 2 more 12 cm case fans. the b450 chipset supposedly eats about 5W. he...
  10. R

    Question Best Budget CPU for RX570 4GB?

    I'm building a budget gaming pc. My plan is i3 8100 because I trust intel, it serves me well. But there is Ryzen now and I am confused! Should I stick on i3 8100 for my budget gaming pc? :rolleyes:
  11. E

    Hard drive compatible

    Hey guys pls help me i have asus p5gl-mx motheboard and i will buy hard drive western digital 500gb caviar green but I do not know if they are compatible.thanks in advance
  12. L

    Can I make this PC an Hakintosh??

    I have on old optiplex 780 with a q9400 , 8gb ddr3 ram running at 512Mhz and an EVGA 750ti 2b. Can i dual boot this pc with windows 10 and mac osx??? ANd i only have a 250 gb hard drive but ill add an external one later.
  13. Mike Andronico

    MSI Trident Review: A True Console Killer

    The MSI Trident offers VR-ready gaming performance within a stunningly compact and quiet design. MSI Trident Review: A True Console Killer : Read more
  14. K

    Whats the difference?

    A really simple question, whats the difference between the Gaming version of a graphics card and a non gaming version? The gaming one should be a little more expensive but with this one's not the case. So i want to pickup a 1060 and i was wondering whats the difference between Asus GeForce GTX...
  15. Zalgo

    uninstall a program on a secondary HDD?

    Is there any type of software/any way that would be able to uninstall specific programs off my secondary hard drive? Just made a new build and my secondary (used to be main) hard drive is being used for the storage of programs to save SSD space. My question is, is there any way to uninstall...
  16. H

    Latest ‘Total War: Warhammer’ Video Gives A Tour Of The Old World, Shows Orc and Goblin Gameplay

    The latest video from Creative Assembly shows off some campaign gameplay from "Total War: Warhammer," and mostly focuses on the goblin and orc races. Latest ‘Total War: Warhammer’ Video Gives A Tour Of The Old World, Shows Orc and Goblin Gameplay : Read more
  17. M

    What motherboard do I have?

    I have an Acer Aspire T ATC-605-UR1X, and I was wondering what kind of motherboard it has, becasue I'm thinking of upgrading it. Anyone have an idea? Thanks in advance! Pictures would also be a good thing, if you can find any. Newegg Product Link...
  18. T

    Good XLR Microphone?

    Im currently leaning towards either the MXL 990 or the AT2020 (Both XLR) I'm looking for a microphone to record voice overs, while playing games like minecraft and rust, and for just talking on Skype. I have been watching videos on both these mics and I don't know which to get. If there are any...
  19. S

    can anyone show me the difference between 1440p vs 4k pics?

    i want to see the difference i want to know if its really mind blowing or barley tell the difference?
  20. J

    Cannot reconnect to windows 8.1 when trying to run file history

    My G drive is a 1tb hdd and is recognised by both windows and bios but when trying to run file history, windows says the drive is disconnected and needs to be reconnected. The drive has been formatted. How can I reconnect when it appears that it is connected?
  21. I

    Will Radeon HD 7850 fit on mainboard M2N68 PLUS?

    Hi, guys. So i'm upgrading my computer a bit until I buy a completely new one. So I am wondering can Radeon HD 7850 fit on my mainboard M2N68 PLUS?
  22. T

    I need some advice?

    Is there a website that I can check if my computer components will work together? These are the links to my components just incase there is not... Antec TruePower Classic 750w '80 Plus Gold' Power Supply http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-204-AN&groupid=701&catid=123 KFA2...
  23. Y

    accident mistake, anything damaged?

    My brother was comparing video card noises (idk why) He had the computer on, and he accidently put the video card (that requires 8+6 pin connector) without turning the computer off. When he put it on the mother board, he hasnt connected the pin yet. The fan on the video card started spinning...
  24. T

    Having boot îssues

    My acercomputer will not boot up, all I have is a curser in the upper left corner. Can you help me with this?
  25. L

    Home stereo aux input/output trouble

    Hi, i have a Logik stereo and it has an aux in button on it. At the back it has aux in left and right portals. When i connect an aux lead to aux in to the aux right portal all i can hear is a humming sound but my music wont play. The aux lead wont fit in the aux left portal. Any reason why this...
  26. K

    Dual Same Monitor, Different colours/brightness

    I had 1 monitor for a year, then I bought the second monitor recently (Both exact models and size 27inches, etc) the Asus VG278H. The second monitor I bought had a vertical stand a bit taller of atleast 2-3 mm. Second monitor, I believe, has darker brightness, making the first monitor more...
  27. N.Broekhuijsen

    Report: GeForce GTX 750 and 750 Ti to Carry GM107 GPU

    Nvidia's GTX 750 and GTX 750 Ti will be efficient! Report: GeForce GTX 750 and 750 Ti to Carry GM107 GPU : Read more