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i9-11900K Review

The Intel i9-11900K is the best CPU I have ever bought. When I bought it I wasn’t thinking if it would work on my cheap Motherboard so I was hoping it would. When it arrived I wasn’t even thinking that it would not work so I put it into the CPU socket and when I started up my PC it worked. The CPU was working better than any CPU I had ever bought. The CPU benchmark score is 25537 which is an ok score but what makes this CPU so good is its Single Thread Rating. Its Single Thread Rating is 3531 which is really good considering the CPU benchmark score.

CPU BENCHMARK SCORE

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Most might consider the price to be way too high with it being priced at $349.94 but I think that it was worth every penny. I also think that it is set at the perfect price I feel like if it was priced higher I would not have bought it.

NEWEGG PRICE and PHOTO OF CPU

 

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SPECIFICATIONS

This CPU is an LGA1200 with 8 cores and 16 threads. It has a clockspeed of 3.5GHz. Its L1 cache is 320KB, its L2 cache is 2.0 MB, and its L3 cache is 16 MB.

In conclusion, I would recommend this CPU to anyone who has the money to pay for it and if their Motherboard supports it. If you ever upgrade a PC make sure to buy this CPU if you don’t use it already.

NOTE: THIS REVIEW IS PART OF A CLASSROOM PROJECT

Work Cited

– https://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu.php?cpu=Intel+Core+i9-11900K+%40+3.50GHz&id=3904

– https://www.newegg.com/intel-core-i9-11900k-core-i9-11th-gen/p/N82E16819118231?nm_mc=AFC-RAN-COM&cm_mmc=afc-ran-com-_-CPU+Benchmarks&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=afc-ran-com-_-CPU+Benchmarks&utm_source=afc-CPU+Benchmarks&AFFID=3649051&AFFNAME=CPU+Benchmarks&ACRID=20662068472&ASUBID=&ASID=&ranMID=44583&ranEAID=3649051&ranSiteID=kfBpuNKum5s-ZNb9b3FV1ZG_o3dztRzYrw

i7-12700KF Review

The Intel i7-12700KF is the best CPU that I have ever purchased and I’m more than happy to share my review of it with all of you. In the time that I have owned this CPU, I have not had any problems with it. It runs all of my games extremely well, and scored very high on PassMark, with a score of 34517, and a  single thread rating of 4045.Large, zoomable image of Intel Core i7-12700KF. 2 of 11

This CPU is also priced very well, at $276.81. The i7-12700KF has 12 cores and 20 threads, which allows this CPU to do multiple tasks at the same time, and maintain a fast speed.  On Amazon, this CPU reached a rating of 4.8 stars out of 5, from 905 different ratings.

Not only does this CPU have 12 cores and 20 threads, but it also takes Intel’s newest socket, the LGA 1700. This socket is extremely fast, which allows the CPU to have a base speed of 3.6 GHz, and a turbo speed of 5.0 GHz. This CPU works exceptionally well with all operating systems, especially Windows 10 and Windows 11. I recommend using a new version of RAM with this CPU, which gives even better performance.

 

Specifications of CPU copied from Intel 

Total Cores 12
# of Performance-cores8
# of Efficient-cores4
Total Threads 20
Max Turbo Frequency 5.00 GHz
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Frequency ‡ 5.00 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 4.90 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3.80 GHz
Performance-core Base Frequency3.60 GHz
Efficient-core Base Frequency2.70 GHz
Cache 25 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Total L2 Cache12 MB
Processor Base Power 125 W
Maximum Turbo Power 190 W”

In Conclusion, I would recommend this CPU to anyone in the market for a new CPU, but that also do not want to break the bank. This CPU is very powerful and has all of the specs to back it up. This CPU blew past all of my expectations for it, and I am more than satisfied with my purchase.

Note: This is part of a class project

Works Cited

Amazon.com: Intel Core i7-12700KF Desktop Processor 12 (8P+4E) Cores up … https://www.amazon.com/Intel-i7-12700KF-Desktop-Processor-Unlocked/dp/B09FXKHN7M.

“Intel Core i7-12700KF.” Iconcharts, https://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu.php?cpu=Intel%2BCore%2Bi7-12700KF&id=4608.

“Intel® Core™ I7-12700KF Processor (25m Cache, up to 5.00 GHz) – Product Specifications.” Intel, https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/134595/intel-core-i712700kf-processor-25m-cache-up-to-5-00-ghz/specifications.html.

Intel Core i9 12900KF

The Intel Core i9 12900KF is one of the best CPUs I personally have ever tested and I am happy to share my thoughts and facts to base them off of. This CPU is priced at $616.99 and has 16 cores and 24 threads to allow you to complete a variety of different tasks at once. The i9 12900KF is one of the KF counterparts to the K-series CPUs that were produced by Intel, which are usually cheaper than the K-series, but can be just as effective on certain tasks.

 

Motherboards that are best fit for this CPU are motherboards with the LGA 1700 CPU socket that can allow up to 2.4GHz of speed for the CPU to function at peak performance. This CPU is great to work for Windows 11 and makes Windows 10 work like it’s brand new. Your best options for memory are DDR4/DDR5 so long as the speed is close if not the same as the CPU.

Using the specifications below, I have found where another person has tested this CPU and got their own results and their own opinion on it. (the image is a link to the site)

  • The new P-core is faster than a Zen 3 core, and uses 55-65 W in ST
  • The new E-core is faster than Skylake, and uses 11-15 W in ST
  • Maximum all-core power recorded was 272 W, but usually below 241 W (even in AVX-512)
  • Despite Intel saying otherwise, Alder Lake does have AVX-512 support (if you want it)!
  • Overall Performance of i9-12900K is well above i9-11900K
  • Performance against AMD overall is a mixed bag: win on ST, MT varies
  • Performance per Watt of the P-cores still lags Zen3
  • There are some fundamental Windows 10 issues (that can be solved)
  • Don’t trust thermal software just yet, it says 100C but it’s not
  • Linux idle power is lower than Windows idle power
  • DDR5 gains shine through in specific MT tests, otherwise neutral to DDR4

(the list above is not my words, the credit to this list belongs to Dr. Ian Cutress & Andrei Frumusanu)

Looking back on all of what has been stated/listed, this CPU has a record of working great for whatever task is required of it. Don’t just take my word for it, go out and find other reviews on this if you are interested in making this purchase to get the opinion of countless others.

 

Note:  This review is part of a classroom project.

References:

Ian Cutress, Andrei Frumusanu. “The Intel 12th Gen Core I9-12900K Review: Hybrid Performance Brings Hybrid Complexity.” Anandtech.Com, https://www.anandtech.com/show/17047/the-intel-12th-gen-core-i912900k-review-hybrid-performance-brings-hybrid-complexity. Accessed 27 Jan. 2022.

“Intel® CoreTM I9-12900KF Processor (30M Cache, up to 5.20 GHz) – Product Specifications.” Intel, https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/134600/intel-core-i912900kf-processor-30m-cache-up-to-5-20-ghz/specifications.html. Accessed 27 Jan. 2022.

 

 

Intel® Core™ i9-11900KF Processor Review

The Intel Core i9-11900KF is a great processor for anything, whether you are playing a game, running multiple programs, or just watching a show, this CPU is a great choice.

This CPU has a rating of 25675, which means that it is a great CPU. Not only that, but it’s single thread rating is a very good 3536. Since the CPU is a 8 core 16 thread processer, that means that you could run 8 Skyrim’s at once! Quite the comparrison, I know.

 

The CPU specifications for this CPU are as follows:

  • 8 Cores
  • 16 threads
  • 16 MB Smart Cache
  • 8 GT/s of Bus Speed
  • 3.5 GHZ clockspeed

Now for the price. Current this CPU is going for $499.99 on newegg. (As of 1/21/22 you can use promo code “GNLBNA852” for 15% off.)

As you can see, this CPU is loved by the masses. With a rating of 5/5 eggs, this is clearly a great CPU.

NOTE: This review is part of a classroom project.

“Intel Core i9-11900KF @ 3.50ghz.” Iconcharts, https://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu.php?cpu=Intel%2BCore%2Bi9-11900KF%2B%40%2B3.50GHz&id=4240.

“Product Specifications.” Intel Core i911900KF Processor 16M Cache up to 5.30 GHz Product Specifications, https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark/products/212321/intel-core-i911900kf-processor-16m-cache-up-to-5-30-ghz.html. 

 

AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX is currently one of the fastest CPUs on the market. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX bolsters a hefty price of $6,809.99 on Newegg.  This CPU is what Linus at Linus Tech Tips uses in his editors computers. It also has 5/5 eggs on Newegg.

 

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX stands proud with amazing specs:

  • 64 Cores
  • 128 Threads
  • 2.7GHz Speed (4.7GHz O.C.)
  • 128MB L3

 

 

This CPU is rated as one of the best AMD CPUs on Passmark with a rating of 85073. It has a single thread rating of 2625. This CPU is perfect for gaming, rendering, or even editing. Although this CPU is amazing it will still require a special, new socket named the sTRX4.

 

Note:  This review is part of a classroom project.

AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ pro 3995WX Processors. https://www.amd.com/en/products/cpu/amd-ryzen-threadripper-pro-3995wx.

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X Review

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X is currently ranked as the number one best value cpu for the sTRX4 AMD motherboards. The CPU is a little pricey, but it will provide the best performance for its buck.

The CPU is currently listed at $1518.99 on the manufacturers website.

 

 

The specification of the CPU are quite good:

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    28 Cores

  • 48 Threads
  • Base Frequency of 3.8 GHz
  • Boost Frequency of 4.5 GHz
  • 128 MB of L3 Cache

 

This CPU is rated highly on Passmark. I has an overall rating of 54,701 and a single thread rating of 2678. This CPU can compete with other middle end CPUs in single thread and blows them out of the water for overall rating.

While there are cheaper options for great performance, this is your best choice for a good bang for your buck.

Note:  This review is part of a classroom project.

“3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ 3960x Desktop Processor.” AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ 3960X Processor, https://www.amd.com/en/products/cpu/amd-ryzen-threadripper-3960x.
“Passmark Software - CPU Benchmarks.” Iconcharts, https://www.cpubenchmark.net/.

review of the Intel core i5-12600k

I have recently researched and tested the intel core i5-12600k and I will show the pros and cons of this CPU and why its one of the best valued CPUs on the market. my recent experience with this CPU has been surprisingly great.

here are the specs:

  • LGA 1700
  • 10 cores 16 threads
  • 20MB L3 or L2 smart cache

research shows that this CPU on passmark.com has a 26705 rating and a 3970 single thread rating, relatively faster than any CPU’s that are cheap on the market. One example to prove

this is with the Intel Core i5-10400F with a Passmark rating only at 12438 and a single thread rating at 1279 for 150$ so don’t be fooled just by looking at the price. although this CPU is priced at 299$ on newegg.com and is one of the best CPU’s from intel that would get the most out of your money if your intending to make a home/ gaming pc.

 

 

 

 

 

In conclusion this CPU is great and quick with transferring data and is very resourceful with the space it has, I think its a great CPU that is the most out of your budget when getting CPUs.

this cpu is rated 5 out of 5 by 50 buyers on newegg.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

works cited:

“intel core i5-12600k” passmark.com https://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu.php?cpu=Intel+Core+i5-12600K&id=4603

 

 

Ryzen 9 5950X CPU review

Picture of the Ryzen 9 5950X

The Ryzen 9 5950X is the current best CPU for AM4 on the market. This CPU has optimized performance surpassing any other Ryzen series processor. It has a passmark score of 46183 which is over double that of the Ryzen 7 3700X. Its single thread rating is 3500 making it the best AMD CPU by single thread rating.

Ryzen 9 5950X Passmark Score

This CPU boasts a great passmark score surpassing even the i9-12900KF, the current best non-server intel CPU, despite having a slower single-thread rating. This CPU shows high performance displaying that it is entirely worth the price of $730. This CPU can also reach up to 4.9GHZ after being overclocked.

Newegg Rating

This CPU is rated 5 out of 5 stars on new egg telling us that the CPU can perform up to standards. It has over 2100  5 star ratings on newegg indicating that this isn’t just due to the low amount of people buying it. Along with this it is rated 5 stars in value, performance, and gaming.

This CPU has great performance despite its price and has 16 cores which is more than most AM4 CPU’s. This CPU has shown time and time again that it can deliver high benchmarks and good performance for gaming and work.

 

Works Cited:

Ryzen 9 5950X, https://www.newegg.com/amd-ryzen-9-5950x/p/N82E16819113663

“AMD Ryzen 9 5950X.” Iconcharts, https://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu.php?cpu=AMD%2BRyzen%2B9%2B5950X&id=3862

 

Note:  This review is part of a classroom project. 

Ryzen 5 3500X- CPU Review

       

This is the Ryzen 5 3500X CPU. I bought this CPU for my motherboard ASUS PRIME B550-PLUS and it has great quality. It cost about $219.99 if you buy it used like I did, I love having this CPU for my motherboard. It has a Passmark rating of 2532 and has a Newegg rating of 4 out of 5. This pictures below is the rating plus some of the things you want to know.                                                          

This CPU has a good clock speed, the clock speed is 3.6GHZ. This may or may not work for your motherboard, but this works well for my motherboard. This CPU cache has good numbers, L1 is 384KB, L2 is 3MB, and L3 is 32MB. The socket type is the same from the motherboard as I have, which is ATX. I can’t forget the processors and threads, there is 6 core processors and 6 thread. As I have said, this CPU is super good if it fits the motherboard you have. It gives all the requirements you want for your motherboard.

Works Cited:

Newegg. “AMD RYZEN 5 3500X 6-Core 3.6 GHz (4.1 GHz Turbo) Socket AM4 65W 100-100000158CBX Desktop Processor” Newegg.com – Computer Parts, Laptops, Electronics, HDTVs, Digital Cameras and More!,

Note:  This review is part of a classroom project.