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Intel i7-1165G7 vs i7-1065G7 - BIG Gains With 11th Gen
Intel are claiming some nice performance improvements with their new 11th gen Tigerlake processors. I’ve put this to the test by comparing the 10th gen Ice Lake i7-1065G7 against the 11th gen Tiger Lake i7-1165G67 in games and applications to s...
JT · 08 January 2021 · 14.1K
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs 3600 CPU Comparison - Worth Upgrading?
AMD’s new Ryzen 5 5600X is an excellent processor, but how does it compare against the 3600 from last generation, and is it worth upgrading? I’ve compared games and applications to help you decide. CPU...
JT · 13 November 2020 · 13.9K
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X vs 3950X - Worth Upgrading?
AMD’s Ryzen 9 5950X is the newer Zen 3 based version of their 16 core 3950X processor, so which should you pick, or is it worth upgrading? I’ve compared both in games and applications to show you the differences. CPU spec differences Th...
JT · 28 December 2020 · 7.4K · 1
5900X vs 5950X - AMD Ryzen 9 CPU Comparison
I’ve compared AMD’s two best Zen 3 processors in games and applications to help you decide which to pick. The main differences in specs are seen in the core and thread counts, the 5950X has 4 additional cores. It’s also got a little...
JT · 27 November 2020 · 5.6K
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X vs Intel i7-10700K - Best 8 Core CPU?
I’ve compared the Ryzen 7 5800X against Intel’s i7-10700K processor in games and applications to help you decide which to pick CPU spec differences Both processors have 8 cores and 16 threads. The 10700K can reach higher clock speeds, but th...
JT · 07 November 2020 · 4.7K
Can You Overclock a LOCKED CPU?
If you're a computer hardware enthusiast, you probably know that if you want to overclock your CPU, meaning run it at a higher speed, then it would be best to buy an unlocked processor. An unlocked processor means that it has an unlocked multiplier....
Alex · 01 August 2020 · 4.5K
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs Ryzen 7 3700X - 6 or 8 Cores?
AMD’s new Ryzen 5 5600X is a great 6 core processor, but can it’s fewer yet faster Zen 3 cores beat the 8 in the Ryzen 7 3700X? CPU spec differences The key difference between these CPUs is of course the core and the thread counts. Both have...
JT · 16 December 2020 · 4.3K
Intel i5-10400 vs i5-10500 - Worth Paying More?
The Intel i5-10400 and 10500 have similar specs, but what are the actual differences in performance in games and applications? I’ll show you in this comparison to help you decide if it’s worth paying a little extra to go for the higher 10...
JT · 23 July 2020 · 4.2K
Is AMD Stuck In The PAST? PGA vs LGA
If you're new to building computers, one of the first little pieces of trivia you'll probably come across is that AMD CPU used pins on the bottom, while Intel ones use little contact pads with the pins on the motherboard's socket instead. But why we...
Jacob Enderson · 4 years ago · 3.6K · 1
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs Intel i5-10600K - Best 6 Core CPU?
Is Intel’s i5-10600K CPU still worth buying now that AMD’s Ryzen 5 5600X is here? I’ve compared both in games and applications to show you the differences. Both processors have 6 cores and 12 threads. CPU spec differences The 10600K can reach...
JT · 06 November 2020 · 1.4K · 1
Intel i3-10100 vs 9100 vs 8100 - Does Hyperthreading Matter?
Intel recently launched the i3-10100 processor, which has added hyperthreading to the i3, but just how much of a performance boost does this give us over the older i3-9100 and i3-8100 CPUs in games and applications? Let’s find out and see how t...
JT · 19 August 2020 · 1.1K
The Problem With Intel’s New 11th Gen Gaming Laptop CPUs
Intel have just announced three new 11th gen Tiger lake mobile processors for ultra portable gaming laptops. Intel refers to these new chips as the H35 series, presumably because they have a 35 watt TDP. Based purely on the specs, they just look like...
JT · 12 January 2021 · 1K
Can Memory DAMAGE Your CPU?
If you buy something, you want it to fulfill its proper function, whether that's cleaning your toilet, mowing your lawn, or giving you a dining experience, similar to what's indicated by the picture on the menu. If you've ever bought memory for your...
Alex · 12 August 2020 · 954
Intel i5-10600K vs AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU Comparison
Intel has launched their new i5-10600K CPU, but how does it compare against AMD’s cheaper Ryzen 5 3600? Let’s see what the differences are in games and applications both at stock and while overclocked. Starting out with the specs, both a...
JT · 3 years ago · 921
Why Are There Only Two CPU Companies?
Life is great when you have lots of choices. I mean who hasn't had a little party in their head when getting off at a highway exit and seeing two dozen fast food places vying for your attention. But this isn't the case in the CPU world where you basi...
Alex · 18 January 2021 · 865
Intel i5-9300H vs i7-9750H - Laptop CPU Comparison and Benchmarks
Let’s find out what the differences are between the Intel i5-9300H and i7-9750H laptop processors. Starting with the specs I5-9300H I7-9750H Cores/Threads 4/8 6/12 Base Clock 2.4GHZ 2.6GHZ Single Core Boost 4.1GHZ 4.5GHZ All Core Boost...
JT · 18 April 2020 · 882 · 2