Want to build system with i5 10400 or maybe i3 10100.
Uses: light task, office task, media center, some time to download file overnight (connection speed kinda slow here).
Also, as an energy saver alternative from my older system (noted in signature).
And, as a future gift for my son. Still years to come, around five or six years more.
It's the same TDP and power usage (estimation calculated by Outervision PSU calculator),
So, I'd prefer 10400 in case for some extras, like some light gaming on weekend without any noticeable issues, or needs for upgrade.
Still, I'm curious, can I save power more on this new system by disabling some cores? Or just let it be? Or just go for i3 10100?
Ps. I want to use low wattage PSU and won't add dedicated graphic or do some upgrades in the future. It'll be as it is for years.
Uses: light task, office task, media center, some time to download file overnight (connection speed kinda slow here).
Also, as an energy saver alternative from my older system (noted in signature).
And, as a future gift for my son. Still years to come, around five or six years more.
It's the same TDP and power usage (estimation calculated by Outervision PSU calculator),
So, I'd prefer 10400 in case for some extras, like some light gaming on weekend without any noticeable issues, or needs for upgrade.
Still, I'm curious, can I save power more on this new system by disabling some cores? Or just let it be? Or just go for i3 10100?
Ps. I want to use low wattage PSU and won't add dedicated graphic or do some upgrades in the future. It'll be as it is for years.