Other threads are spawned and destroyed as necessary, but the games aren't optimized enough where it really matters much beyond the first three logical threads. Anandtech's test uses a to ensure the tests aren't GPU-bound, so what you're seeing are true "CPU only" limitations.
Sure, you get about twice the performance in Haswell, but you're still above 40FPS. More has to be taken into account than pure FPS, of course.
Anything older than Nehalem and even Nehalem won't produce results for modern SSDs, you'll be limited in memory bandwidth, overclocking support, new software-driven technologies and co-development with gamedevs, like Grid 2's OIT and self-shadowing smoke , and other chipset-driven features. If you're building a brand new gaming PC and don't currently have something running on Nehalem or newer tech, it's almost definitely worth getting Haswell.
There's just no real reason to opt for a k when Haswell's k is fresh on the market. Overclocking is a matter of contention right now, as overclockers continue to exploit Haswell and determine its limits; from what I've read thus far, OCing on air seems to run significantly hotter than Ivy Bridge and exhibits odd heat spikes, but the performance yields from lower clock frequencies more than make-up for lowered external clockrate.
You have no reason to invest in it. Anything older than Nehalem? Yeah, it's probably time to upgrade. For those who mix gaming tasks with streaming, video production, or other more core- or INT-intensive applications, it's worth considering Haswell.
So to recap, anyone building a new Intel-driven rig should be looking at Haswell. Unless you're on a restrictive budget in which case, talk to us on the forums for help , there's just no good reason to ignore the small gains over Ivy Bridge - especially given support for future Intel-driven technologies. Look at Grid 2, for example: Codemasters worked closely with Intel to develop self-shadowing smoke and integrate order-independent transparency OIT , lending more depth to smoke and trees, but that tech is only available on Haswell.
It's easy to be disappointed by Haswell - really, it is. IvyBridgewas damn good, so wasSandyBridge, and Nehalem was an incredible stepping stone. Haswell has a lot to live up to, and as we progress in CPU tech, it's not going to get any easier. The IGPs are definitely impressive in their own right, though I've mostly neglected them in favor of desktop focus.
For mobile systems and HTPCs, though an entirely different topic, I'll simply say that it's worth investigating Haswell. As for now? It's worth a look - especially for new system builds. Steve started GamersNexus back when it was just a cool name, and now it's grown into an expansive website with an overwhelming amount of features.
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Not long ago was a post here about a man looking for a new case. It had to be all metal outside, and 2 fan ports total, no mesh, no buttons no extras, solid. I think he watched Mission Impossible series far too many times. You can protect yourself from everyday idiots, even some zealots, but if someone really wants your pc messed with, they will find a way around anything.
So it's not something to really worry about, cuz you can't stop it when it happens on that level of expertise. Rodrigodrt Honorable. Nov 21, 56 11, Ok, haswell both k and k are the best processors in all galaxies. Apr 27, 34, 1, , 4, This is one of the cheapest 6 core ryzen setups, that you can get. You must log in or register to reply here.
Post thread. Question Super giving me worse frames than a ? Started by Small-Change Oct 7, Replies: Graphics Cards. News Comments. Question She was running so well Question I got two gpus how can I utilize them for gaming? Started by bbrandon02 Today at PM Replies: 4. Started by rounakr94 Today at PM Replies: 6. Latest posts. Question I am having issues while setting up my m. Cutting to the chase, the new desktop SKUs are:. Every new desktop processor is a MHz upgrade from the one named xx2x lower but at the same price point.
Back when the initial processor price lists were announced, I made different comparisons from Celeron to i7 depending on what was relevant. For example, in the Celeron category:. Here we already have a Celeron processor with the exact same speed as one of the Haswell Refresh SKUs, but because it has been on the market for longer it is actually cheaper while providing the same specifications. At the top end i7, the i should actually be a replacement for the i which was released in September By releasing new mainstream processors into the desktop market, as well as the 9-series chipsets, Intel has afforded the system integrators another chance to sell newer systems and not to stagnate with older models.
For most of the performance enthusiasts reading this review, the question you might well be asking yourself relates to the Haswell Refresh overclockable CPU. At this point in time it is clear that the iK and iK models do not have refresh counterparts, both of which are also more marketable to system integrators as well as desired by home users. There is a simple explanation to this. Nothing fundamentally changes with these refresh processors. It is the same design underneath. Terms of Use.
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