Upgrading GPU for an old PC to extend it's life a bit!

GeorgeStorm said:
The 8700 is 6 core with hyperthreading whereas the i5 9xxx are 6 core without hyperthreading, so probably say the 8700 is the way to go as the potential higher clockspeed and extra threads will probably beat the generational bump but not 100% sure. 9400/9500 are dirt cheap though if you wanted to save £20
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Yeah it's 6/12 right? Current CPU is 4/4 so a major difference. And not badly priced either
 
Brumboy said:
Would I need a cooler with a 8700 as no overclocking involved?
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The i3-8100's cooler could do it (for games), but it would be hot and noisy and may throttle in some circumstances (e.g. demanding games on hot days). Just a cheap tower cooler would be a lot better, a peerless assassin would be enormously better.
 
Tetras said:
The i3-8100's cooler could do it (for games), but it would be hot and noisy and may throttle in some circumstances (e.g. demanding games on hot days). Just a cheap tower cooler would be a lot better, a peerless assassin would be enormously better.
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I will have a look at some CPU coolers then.

Thank you both for the help you've been very helpful
 
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