CPU upgrade
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i5 10505
Total Cores
6
Total Threads
12
Max Turbo Frequency
4.60 GHz
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Frequency‡
4.60 GHz
Processor Base Frequency
3.20 GHz
Cache
12 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus Speed
8 GT/s
TDP
65 W
I3 10100f
Total Cores
4
Total Threads
8
Max Turbo Frequency
4.30 GHz
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Frequency‡
4.30 GHz
Processor Base Frequency
3.60 GHz
Cache
6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus Speed
8 GT/s
TDP
65 W
You would as its got more core and frequancy but you would be better going for a I5 11600k (second hand maybe)
Total Cores
6
Total Threads
12
Max Turbo Frequency
4.90 GHz
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Frequency‡
4.90 GHz
Processor Base Frequency
3.90 GHz
Cache
12 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus Speed
8 GT/s
TDP
125 W
Configurable TDP-down Base Frequency
3.60 GHz
Configurable TDP-down
95 W
Its got more IPC, a faster boost clock, more cache and supports faster memory as long as your motherboard can support it. This would also depend on what your use case is with the cpu as well.
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
6
Total Threads
12
Max Turbo Frequency
4.60 GHz
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Frequency‡
4.60 GHz
Processor Base Frequency
3.20 GHz
Cache
12 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus Speed
8 GT/s
TDP
65 W
I3 10100f
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
4
Total Threads
8
Max Turbo Frequency
4.30 GHz
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Frequency‡
4.30 GHz
Processor Base Frequency
3.60 GHz
Cache
6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus Speed
8 GT/s
TDP
65 W
You would as its got more core and frequancy but you would be better going for a I5 11600k (second hand maybe)
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
6
Total Threads
12
Max Turbo Frequency
4.90 GHz
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Frequency‡
4.90 GHz
Processor Base Frequency
3.90 GHz
Cache
12 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Bus Speed
8 GT/s
TDP
125 W
Configurable TDP-down Base Frequency
3.60 GHz
Configurable TDP-down
95 W
Its got more IPC, a faster boost clock, more cache and supports faster memory as long as your motherboard can support it. This would also depend on what your use case is with the cpu as well.
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For the most part no, I suspect you wouldn't.
My reasoning is that if you're playing a game that desperately needs/wants more than 4 cores, the 1660 Super and perhaps even your RAM is going to be a bottleneck too.
That said, if the upgrade is cheap, there's no harm in it and it will help you outside of gaming and the framerate consistency in some games.
Thanks for the reply
I always thought the 11600K is more than 95 watt CPU. Would my Ram be compatible with that CPU?
Yes only game. Corsair VS 450
Ew. Hard to say anything with that.
I might invest in a new PSU first, any suggestions?
I wouldn't bother and save the money for a fresh overhaul down the line. If you find a cheap, I mean very cheap 11600 then ok. If you need cores then a 10400f may be a more cost effective solution.
2666 memory runs at 1.2v. if you set it too 1.35v you can get 3000 and maybe a more out of it. Not sure it make a huge difference on this platform.
Just realised this has been said previously....
2666 memory runs at 1.2v. if you set it too 1.35v you can get 3000 and maybe a more out of it. Not sure it make a huge difference on this platform.
Just realised this has been said previously....
Thanks for the advice. Would having more cores on the 10400f help with game performance?
Yes it could do but its very dependant on how well threaded the game is.
EDIT Just realized the i5 11400f (65w TDP) was the budget champ at the time. Much faster than the i3 10100f in all things but its still about £70 second hand
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Intel® Core™ i5-11400F Processor (12M Cache, up to 4.40 GHz) - Product Specifications | Intel
Intel® Core™ i5-11400F Processor (12M Cache, up to 4.40 GHz) quick reference with specifications, features, and technologies.
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It will be fine although you could try running it faster as the 11400f supports 3200 speed ram although i had a quick look at reviews and faster ram doesnt seem to make a big difference overall. Ram is cheap though:
My basket at OcUK:
- 1 x Team Group Vulcan Z T-Force 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 PC4-25600C16 3200MHz Dual Channel Kit - Grey (SKU: MY-0AK-TG) = £23.99
- 1 x Team Group Vulcan Z T-Force 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 PC4-25600C16 3200MHz Dual Channel Kit - Grey (SKU: MY-0AJ-TG) = £55.99
Total: £79.98 (includes delivery: £0.00)
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Thanks again for your help. I might just keep my Ram for another 12 months then upgrade. The 11400f seems the best bang for buck. What will game performance be like going from 10100f?Intel® Core™ i5-11400F Processor (12M Cache, up to 4.40 GHz) - Product Specifications | Intel
Intel® Core™ i5-11400F Processor (12M Cache, up to 4.40 GHz) quick reference with specifications, features, and technologies.
It will be fine although you could try running it faster as the 11400f supports 3200 speed ram although i had a quick look at reviews and faster ram doesnt seem to make a big difference overall. Ram is cheap though:
My basket at OcUK:
- 1 x Team Group Vulcan Z T-Force 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 PC4-25600C16 3200MHz Dual Channel Kit - Grey (SKU: MY-0AK-TG) = £23.99
- 1 x Team Group Vulcan Z T-Force 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 PC4-25600C16 3200MHz Dual Channel Kit - Grey (SKU: MY-0AJ-TG) = £55.99
Total: £79.98 (includes delivery: £0.00)