#Hyperthreading

[never-obsolete]

HyperThreading Maximum PC - November 2002

[nhaneh]

the hell is an "AI camera"

is like declaring you have mathematical eyeballs

doing calculus in your nose

invasive hyperthreading snails in your backyard

[allaboutkeyingo]

SQL Server 2022 Edition and License instructions

SQL Server 2022 Editions:

• Enterprise Edition is ideal for applications requiring mission critical in-memory performance, security, and high availability

• Standard Edition delivers fully featured database capabilities for mid-tier applications and data marts

SQL Server 2022 is also available in free Developer and Express editions. Web Edition is offered in the Services Provider License Agreement (SPLA) program only.

And the Online Store Keyingo Provides the SQL Server 2017/2019/2022 Standard Edition.

SQL Server 2022 licensing models 

SQL Server 2022 offers customers a variety of licensing options aligned with how customers typically purchase specific workloads. There are two main licensing models that apply to SQL Server:  PER CORE: Gives customers a more precise measure of computing power and a more consistent licensing metric, regardless of whether solutions are deployed on physical servers on-premises, or in virtual or cloud environments. 

• Core based licensing is appropriate when customers are unable to count users/devices, have Internet/Extranet workloads or systems that integrate with external facing workloads.

• Under the Per Core model, customers license either by physical server (based on the full physical core count) or by virtual machine (based on virtual cores allocated), as further explained below.

SERVER + CAL: Provides the option to license users and/or devices, with low-cost access to incremental SQL Server deployments.   

• Each server running SQL Server software requires a server license.

• Each user and/or device accessing a licensed SQL Server requires a SQL Server CAL that is the same version or newer – for example, to access a SQL Server 2019 Standard Edition server, a user would need a SQL Server 2019 or 2022 CAL.

Each SQL Server CAL allows access to multiple licensed SQL Servers, including Standard Edition and legacy Business Intelligence and Enterprise Edition Servers.SQL Server 2022 Editions availability by licensing model:  

Physical core licensing – Enterprise Edition 

• Customers can deploy an unlimited number of VMs or containers on the server and utilize the full capacity of the licensed hardware, by fully licensing the server (or server farm) with Enterprise Edition core subscription licenses or licenses with SA coverage based on the total number of physical cores on the servers.

• Subscription licenses or SA provide(s) the option to run an unlimited number of virtual machines or containers to handle dynamic workloads and fully utilize the hardware’s computing power.

Virtual core licensing – Standard/Enterprise Edition 

When licensing by virtual core on a virtual OSE with subscription licenses or SA coverage on all virtual cores (including hyperthreaded cores) on the virtual OSE, customers may run any number of containers in that virtual OSE. This benefit applies both to Standard and Enterprise Edition.

Licensing for non-production use 

SQL Server 2022 Developer Edition provides a fully featured version of SQL Server software—including all the features and capabilities of Enterprise Edition—licensed for  development, test and demonstration purposes only.  Customers may install and run the SQL Server Developer Edition software on any number of devices. This is  significant because it allows customers to run the software  on multiple devices (for testing purposes, for example)  without having to license each non-production server  system for SQL Server.  

A production environment is defined as an environment  that is accessed by end-users of an application (such as an  Internet website) and that is used for more than gathering  feedback or acceptance testing of that application.   

SQL Server 2022 Developer Edition is a free product !

[daemonhxckergrrl]

turns out hyperthreading was enough to go from cyberpunk insisting "i paid for 100% of the computer and i will use 100% of the computer" to a clear gpu bottleneck

[feverdreamjohnny]

I haven't made music in a really long time, but recently I was inspired by a friend to pick up FL Studio again and try to compose some combat music.

This is a WIP for Fusion Mourner Jupiter's boss theme.

WARNING: This track is a bit loud lol

[alianoralacanta]

I have got Sims 2 Origin version successfully running, with little drama, on a computer with the following spec: - Windows 11 - i5, Generation 11, clock speed 3.2 GHz - 1 GB platter (old-style) drive capable of running at 9600 rpm - 16 GB memory - Nvidia GTX 1070 (There are other specs involved but none are relevant here)

As far as I can see, the important questions for The Sims 2 are below. Note that most of the above is also useful to consider for other Windows 3D games dating between 1999 (when all Windows games worldwide assumed a 32-bit environment; American games from as early as 1996 may apply) and 2007 (when games started to consider hyperthreading):

What version of The Sims 2 do you have? It’s easier with the Origin version, as you do not have to worry about incompatible DRM; the Origin DRM’s still getting updated for Windows 11. With this version, I run The Sims 2 on Windows 11, almost as if it was the Windows 7 or Windows XP computers I used to use. I have the CD/DVD version of Sims 2 as well, but do not use it because I know that both Safedisc and Securom are out of commission for all Microsoft operating systems. I wouldn’t normally recommend this, but you may need to consider some sort of DRM removal technique to get disk-based Sims 2 running on either Windows 11 or a new version of Windows 10. (The original unpatched Windows 10 might not need that, but I would strongly advise not doing so, if only because Windows 10 mostly stops getting security patches in 2025). The more legal option would be getting a fast computer (one that meets both the specs I’ve given and , sticking a virtual machine on it, installing your current operating system on that.  The 12th and 13th-gen i5s and i7s, with 32 GB/64GB of memory, can run Windows 7 and Sims 2 at an acceptable speed, if you give them enough space (try to allocate at least twice the space of your complete installation, including all mods, to the virtual machine). Windows XP is even easier to simulate, and Windows 98 will do. Virtual machines often require a fair bit of technical knowledge to set up (but are almost as easy to use as loading any other program), so your local computer expert should be consulted on the procedure. Expect to pay for 2-4 hours of that expert’s time if only Sims 2 and Windows are going on the virtual machine (including installation - exact speed depends on installation method and hard drive speed). The expert may also ask for proof you actually own a copy of the operating system you wish to install, but not necessarily. It goes without saying that if you have the disc version, you need to get a DVD drive. An internal DVD drive commits you to a Tower (Small Form Factor or Full) if you want a desktop and at least a 15.6″ for a laptop. Expect to pay less than £30 for a DVD drive, which can be fitted quickly by many computer experts. Most laptops don’t come with a DVD drive and some won’t let one be added at any price. You can get an external DVD drive instead, to plug into a USB port. This will not affect the gameplay but the cable is one more thing to fail and unless you plan to play Sims 2 on the move, an internal drive is likely to be more convenient. What is the clock speed of the processor? The guide above covers the type and generation of chip. However, Sims 2 can’t use multiple threads. The benefits of those elements chips will be felt more in browsing for new Sims 2 mods than in playing Sims 2 itself. However, Sims 2 benefits strongly from clock speed (that is, how fast each core can process). Downside: you’ll need to check each processor listed with each computer against a table that shows what each processor can do. Wikipedia has you covered if you put the processor’s company and type (e.g. “AMD Ryzen” or “Intel Core”). If an advert only shows company and type, without the exact processor name, put it aside; that might be precise enough for the average gamer, but not a power gamer like you! Check the clock speed is at least a match for your current computer to avoid disappointment. Upside: you can have The Sims 2 and other tasks like the internet open on your computer at the same time - The Sims 2 only ever uses one core, so you can use the other 3 (or 5, or 7) to browse the internet, download mods or any other multi-tasking you need your computer to do. Even running multiple Sims 2 sessions simultaneously. Does the computer have, or can it fit, a proper video card?

Some motherboards have a video card that can easily handle The Sims 2. I would advise not to gamble. Especially since not all the motherboard cooling issues with onboard chips of yesteryear are resolved for all current designs. Most if not all modern desktop motherboards for towers have a full PCI-E motherboard slot. Excellent. Now check no other cards will be in the way of either end (RAM slots are particularly likely to be a problem, due to some RAM cards now being aesthetic rather than just functional). Nvdia no longer sells a desktop video card that is incapable of running The Sims 2. However, new video cards are expensive and there are many, many second-hand video cards that fit in that motherboard slot that won’t run Sims 2 very well. In particular, don’t touch the Nvdia 8000 series with a 10-foot bargepole. Better a 6000 or 7000 series - or, if it fits, the card you already use - than an 8000-series. An ATI Radeon after 5500 will work as well. For mobile, your options are much more limited. It’s not just a question of what mobile video card you should get (but check if it can outperform the desktop cards quoted above), you must also consider the airflow of the laptop you will use. Get the laptop with the best airflow you can that meets the other criteria. Computer salespeople are likely to give you a strange look, but a laptop specialist will understand and know what to look for. Note: the very best video cards attached to Windows 7 machines may fit into PCI-E slots and thus allow you to avoid the uncertainty and expense. Ask a computer expert, and ideally let that expert see your card, before committing to that path. Also be aware that your card in this instance is likely to be a bit of a bottleneck if you play games designed to push computers built in the last 10 years. (If your browser and The Sims 2 are the toughest programs you will use, this will never be an issue). Check in particular if your video card has drivers for the operating system you want to use (if your card is out of support, it might not). If you get the chance to test drive the computer before committing, the best way to test the graphics is to get your Sims to set something on fire. Preferably a nice inferno with a dozen things on fire and several Sims on the lot to track (with some high-poly clothing or hair if possible), while time crosses an in-game hour boundary. Video systems that aren’t good enough for Sims 2 often slow down when trying to process fire in ways that can be hidden in standard gameplay. How fast is the hard drive? If the computer has an SSD or M.2 hard drive, and it’s at least 100 GB more than you would need for The Sims 2 plus your entire mod folder, you don’t need any other number; the SSD/M.2 will be fast enough. The slowest one’s about four times faster than the quickest consumer platter drive. Stick the operating system and The Sims 2 on it, put everything else on some other drive if needed to keep at least 50 GB clear on the SSD/M.2. If these include many other programs or frequently-accessed, get an(other) SSD, if you specifically need a backup/archive drive instead, a platter drive is OK. If the only drive in the computer is a platter drive, you have two options: 1) Find out the drive speed. The Sims 2 should not be played on any platter drive slower than 7200 rpm. Avoid anything faster than 9600 rpm because it’s apt to sound like a plane is taking off. 2) Get the computer anyway and get an M.2 or SSD drive to go with it. For the sake of your patience, install Windows onto that drive, then install The Sims 2 there as well. Continue to use the original drive for backup purposes. In the case of option 2, get a drive from a company you recognise. Samsung has an excellent reputation for its SSD drives Check SSD physical size and accessories before purchase. Most are 2.5″ (perfect for laptops). If you want it for a desktop, either check there’s a mounting kit with it, or buy one (they’re quite common and cheap). Get a computer expert to fit it and (if you want) clone the data you want onto the drive. Is there enough memory? Please, please, please do not attempt to run Windows 11 on less than 16 GB. I tried and it literally took 20 minutes to start the computer - even before installing anything on it. Get at least 16 GB. If all you plan to do is Sims 2 and internet, that’s all you’ll need. However, if you also like to play the latest games, get 32 GB or even 64 GB. You can’t get memory for these computers that’s too slow for The Sims 2. However, you can get memory too fast for the motherboard, so check with the manual or your local computer expert before purchase. Bonus after purchase: Have you installed the 3 GB patch? 8 GB isn’t enough to run Windows 11 at a decent pace, let alone anything on top of it. The leftover from 16 GB is more than The Sims 2 can use. By default, it can only use 2 GB. However, the 3 GB patch is stable enough that I would advise any Simmer running it on a Windows 10/11 machine with more than 8 GB of memory to install it. You put this on after you’ve installed the game and all its official expansion packs. Mods can be added and removed freely after this without impeding the function of the 3 GB patch. Bonus after purchase: Did you get a new monitor or video card?

There’s no obligation to get a new monitor with the new computer - converters are cheap if your current monitor needs one. However, if you did get a monitor and it’s a widescreen, get a widescreen patch for The Sims 2 and install it. This will help you get resolution options that make sense. The same is needed for a new video card - even if you kept your old monitor, it’s possible your video card may be able to drive it at a resolution The Sims 2 did not anticipate needing to use. I believe multiple patches of this type exist for The Sims 2; experiment and find out which works for you. Bonus after purchase: Check your video card settings After you install the video card, make sure you go into the video driver control panel and check the following (note that you can set this per application, and the Origin version of The Sims 2 may be controllable via the Origin entry if The Sims 2 itself does not show there): Ambient Occlusion - Turn off Antialiasing FXAA - Turn off Antialiasing - Application-controlled. This is because The Sims 2 has some antialiasing and Nvidia’s in particular clashes. Power management mode - Optimal power (if in any doubt about your system’s cooling, especially important on laptops that are used while travelling) V-sync - Application-controlled. Again, Sims 2 can handle this and the video card driver may be a hindrance. Check anything else your widescreen patch tells you to check as well.

Finally, I strongly recommend you launch the Origin version of Sims 2 from its executable, not any other method. This skips the program’s propensity to try sending stuff to the internet that it does not need to send. It’s not like there’ll be any new updates for the Sims 2 coming from EA!

So You Need To Buy A Computer But You Don't Know What Specs Are Good These Days

Hi.

This is literally my job.

Lots of people are buying computers for school right now or are replacing computers as their five-year-old college laptop craps out so here's the standard specs you should be looking for in a (windows) computer purchase in August 2023.

PROCESSOR

Intel i5 (no older than 10th Gen)

Ryzen 7

You can get away with a Ryzen 5 but an intel i3 should be an absolute last resort. You want at least an intel i5 or a Ryzen 7 processor. The current generation of intel processors is 13, but anything 10 or newer is perfectly fine. DO NOT get a higher performance line with an older generation; a 13th gen i5 is better than an 8th gen i7. (Unfortunately I don't know enough about ryzens to tell you which generation is the earliest you should get, but staying within 3 generations is a good rule of thumb)

RAM

8GB absolute minimum

If you don't have at least 8GB RAM on a modern computer it's going to be very, very slow. Ideally you want a computer with at least 16GB, and it's a good idea to get a computer that will let you add or swap RAM down the line (nearly all desktops will let you do this, for laptops you need to check the specs for Memory and see how many slots there are and how many slots are available; laptops with soldered RAM cannot have the memory upgraded - this is common in very slim laptops)

STORAGE

256GB SSD

Computers mostly come with SSDs these days; SSDs are faster than HDDs but typically have lower storage for the same price. That being said: SSDs are coming down in price and if you're installing your own drive you can easily upgrade the size for a low cost. Unfortunately that doesn't do anything for you for the initial purchase.

A lot of cheaper laptops will have a 128GB SSD and, because a lot of stuff is stored in the cloud these days, that can be functional. I still recommend getting a bit more storage than that because it's nice if you can store your music and documents and photos on your device instead of on the cloud. You want to be able to access your files even if you don't have internet access.

But don't get a computer with a big HDD instead of getting a computer with a small SSD. The difference in speed is noticeable.

SCREEN (laptop specific)

Personally I find that touchscreens have a negative impact on battery life and are easier to fuck up than standard screens. They are also harder to replace if they get broken. I do not recommend getting a touch screen unless you absolutely have to.

A lot of college students especially tend to look for the biggest laptop screen possible; don't do that. It's a pain in the ass to carry a 17" laptop around campus and with the way that everything is so thin these days it's easier to damage a 17" screen than a 14" screen.

On the other end of that: laptops with 13" screens tend to be very slim devices that are glued shut and impossible to work on or upgrade.

Your best bet (for both functionality and price) is either a 14" or a 15.6" screen. If you absolutely positively need to have a 10-key keyboard on your laptop, get the 15.6". If you need something portable more than you need 10-key, get a 14"

FORM FACTOR (desktop specific)

If you purchase an all-in-one desktop computer I will begin manifesting in your house physically. All-in-ones take away every advantage desktops have in terms of upgradeability and maintenance; they are expensive and difficult to repair and usually not worth the cost of disassembling to upgrade.

There are about four standard sizes of desktop PC: All-in-One (the size of a monitor with no other footprint), Tower (Big! probably at least two feet long in two directions), Small Form Factor Tower (Very moderate - about the size of a large shoebox), and Mini/Micro/Tiny (Small! about the size of a small hardcover book).

If you are concerned about space you are much better off getting a MicroPC and a bracket to put it on your monitor than you are getting an all-in-one. This will be about a million percent easier to work on than an all-in-one and this way if your monitor dies your computer is still functional.

Small form factor towers and towers are the easiest to work on and upgrade; if you need a burly graphics card you need to get a full size tower, but for everything else a small form factor tower will be fine. Most of our business sales are SFF towers and MicroPCs, the only time we get something larger is if we have to put a $700 graphics card in it. SFF towers will accept small graphics cards and can handle upgrades to the power supply; MicroPCs can only have the RAM and SSD upgraded and don't have room for any other components or their own internal power supply.

WARRANTY

Most desktops come with either a 1 or 3 year warranty; either of these is fine and if you want to upgrade a 1 year to a 3 year that is also fine. I've generally found that if something is going to do a warranty failure on desktop it's going to do it the first year, so you don't get a hell of a lot of added mileage out of an extended warranty but it doesn't hurt and sometimes pays off to do a 3-year.

Laptops are a different story. Laptops mostly come with a 1-year warranty and what I recommend everyone does for every laptop that will allow it is to upgrade that to the longest warranty you can get with added drop/damage protection. The most common question our customers have about laptops is if we can replace a screen and the answer is usually "yes, but it's going to be expensive." If you're purchasing a low-end laptop, the parts and labor for replacing a screen can easily cost more than half the price of a new laptop. HOWEVER, the way that most screens get broken is by getting dropped. So if you have a warranty with drop protection, you just send that sucker back to the factory and they fix it for you.

So, if it is at all possible, check if the manufacturer of a laptop you're looking at has a warranty option with drop protection. Then, within 30 days (though ideally on the first day you get it) of owning your laptop, go to the manufacturer site, register your serial number, and upgrade the warranty. If you can't afford a 3-year upgrade at once set a reminder for yourself to annually renew. But get that drop protection, especially if you are a college student or if you've got kids.

And never, ever put pens or pencils on your laptop keyboard. I've seen people ruin thousand dollar, brand-new laptops that they can't afford to fix because they closed the screen on a ten cent pencil. Keep liquids away from them too.

LIFESPAN

There's a reasonable chance that any computer you buy today will still be able to turn on and run a program or two in ten years. That does not mean that it is "functional."

At my office we estimate that the functional lifespan of desktops is 5-7 years and the functional lifespan of laptops is 3-5 years. Laptops get more wear and tear than desktops and desktops are easier to upgrade to keep them running. At 5 years for desktops and 3 years for laptops you should look at upgrading the RAM in the device and possibly consider replacing the SSD with a new (possibly larger) model, because SSDs and HDDs don't last forever.

COST

This means that you should think of your computers as an annual investment rather than as a one-time purchase. It is more worthwhile to pay $700 for a laptop that will work well for five years than it is to pay $300 for a laptop that will be outdated and slow in one year (which is what will happen if you get an 8th gen i3 with 8GB RAM). If you are going to get a $300 laptop try to get specs as close as possible to the minimums I've laid out here.

If you have to compromise on these specs, the one that is least fixable is the processor. If you get a laptop with an i3 processor you aren't going to be able to upgrade it even if you can add more RAM or a bigger SSD. If you have to get lower specs in order to afford the device put your money into the processor and make sure that the computer has available slots for upgrade and that neither the RAM nor the SSD is soldered to the motherboard. (one easy way to check this is to search "[computer model] RAM upgrade" on youtube and see if anyone has made a video showing what the inside of the laptop looks like and how much effort it takes to replace parts)

Computers are expensive right now. This is frustrating, because historically consumer computer prices have been on a downward trend but since 2020 that trend has been all over the place. Desktop computers are quite expensive at the moment (August 2023) and decent laptops are extremely variably priced.

If you are looking for a decent, upgradeable laptop that will last you a few years, here are a couple of options that you can purchase in August 2023 that have good prices for their specs:

14" Lenovo - $670 - 11th-gen i5, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD

15.6" HP - $540 - 11th-gen i5, 16GB RAM, and 256GB SSD

14" Dell - $710 - 12th-gen i5, 16GB RAM, and 256GB SSD

If you are looking for a decent, affordable desktop that will last you a few years, here are a couple of options that you can purchase in August 2023 that have good prices for their specs:

SFF HP - $620 - 10th-gen i5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD

SFF Lenovo - $560 - Ryzen 7 5000 series, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

Dell Tower - $800 - 10th-gen i7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

If I were going to buy any of these I'd probably get the HP laptop or the Dell Tower. The HP Laptop is actually a really good price for what it is.

Anyway happy computering.

[maximuswolf]

hidden settings in "PowerSettingsExplorer" makes 0.1% lows much more stable/higher

hidden settings in "PowerSettingsExplorer" makes 0.1% lows much more stable/higher using win 10i used on the default powerplan "balanced"changed - "Heterogeneous policy" from 4 to 0i thought placebo & all that but after verification my 0.1% lows got better across all my gamesit seems it forces hyperthreading or smth like that since my CPU usage is way more well distributed than with the default settingfeel free to try this out & let me (and others) know if you got similar results hopefully :)lastlyin case your not sure of the modifications you made with PSE (there's a LOT of hidden settings, i just changed the Heterogeneous policy but someone with more knowledge could maybe find more things to enhance performances/stability, share it :if that's the case p)but ye to revert everything you did, simply open the powerplan windows menu & revert whichever mode you had modified to default ^^ Submitted February 10, 2025 at 05:00PM by Aromatic_Tip_3996 https://ift.tt/obQwlhS via /r/gaming

[babyawacs]

isit possible that .@nvidia drivers rely on #hyperthreading #ht and how the kernel does load #ht only in failsafe mode st arting gui server from rescue console but otherwise leaves it off. @cpux shows it clearly as the schedulers on accessible thre ads as logicalcores with their governors each  .@initramfstools @initramfs .@initramfstools @d racut .@debian @linux (((@cnet))) .@cnet .@techpowerup @wired @wireduk @xfceofficial ((((.@linux )))) .(((@linux)))) @gnome @ubuntu @windowsdev @debian @archlinux .@nouveau @nouveau .@mesa @mes a ‎ but the core issue is somewhere how nvidia doesnot like kernel variants and hyperthreading available eventually  how bumblebee blacklists drivers as metadriver and the many f o r m s of nvidia drivers called  including the tesla subvariants  itgets ridiculous but questing back on invaluable nouveau shows : sorry no power capsules implemented y e t  compatibilitymode willbe slow no wait.. .. .. .. slow  A F *asfxuc ‎

isit possible that .@nvidia drivers rely on #hyperthreading #ht and how the kernel does load #ht only in failsafe mode starting gui server from rescue console but otherwise leaves it off. @cpux shows it clearly as the schedulers on accessible threads as logicalcores with their governors each .@initramfstools @initramfs .@initramfstools @dracut .@debian @linux (((@cnet))) .@cnet .@techpowerup…

[theclubhero-blog]

Aoostar lança mini PC que literalmente cabe na palma da mão

Por Vinicius Torres Oliveira

Mini PC Aoostar N1 Pro volume de apenas 0,33L e pesa 300g, oferecendo uso simples para o cotidiano

A Aoostar lançou nesta semana um novo mini PC com muita ênfase no “mini”. O N1 Pro mede apenas 8,9cm dos lados e 4,15cm de altura, que resultam em um volume total de apenas 0,33L. Assim, o pequeno computador portátil da Aoostar literalmente cabe na palma da mão de uma pessoa.

Conforme seria de se esperar, um mini PC tão compacto sacrifica performance em troca de portabilidade. O N1 Pro traz como processador o Intel N100, um quad-core sem hyperthreading que já tem dois anos de mercado. A CPU tem 3,4GHz de clock e deve ser suficiente para tarefas simples e cotidianas, como navegar na internet e fazer alguns trabalhos de escritório. A GPU integrada é Intel UHD, a 750MHz.

Para um produto tão pequeno, o novo mini PC da Aoostar traz opções consideráveis de conexões. De um lado temos três portas USB 3.2 Gen2, de outro temos uma DisplayPort 1.4, uma HDMI e uma USB-C. Na parte de trás aparecem duas portas Ethernet 2.5G. E, falando em conexões, o N1 Pro é compatível também com Wi-Fi 6.

O PC de bolso com Intel N100 da Aoostar já está à venda na loja Geekwills, em três diferentes opções de configuração e preço. Confira abaixo.

Barebone (sem memória): US$ 159 (R$ 922) 12GB de RAM + 512GB de SSD: US$ 199 (R$ 1.154) 12GB de RAM + 1TB de SSD: US$ 259 (R$ 1.502)

A versão barebone deixa a aquisição das memórias e drive de armazenamento por conta do usuário. O mini PC oferece um único slot DDR5-4800 e uma conexão M.2 2242 NVMe, pela interface SATA. Vale ressaltar ainda que o N1 Pro conta com uma fonte externa, que infelizmente não foi mostrada nas imagens.

Com um processador tão simples e sem porta OCuLink ou USB4, o N1 Pro não pode ser usado de maneira adequada com GPUs externas. Ou seja, realmente é um produto para um uso básico do computador que pode ajudar em viagens ou para usar no trabalho e em casa.

[hannazhengzheng]

Is the i5 or i7 better for gaming?

When choosing between an Intel i5 or i7 processor for gaming, it largely depends on your budget, the level of gaming you’re aiming for, and how much multitasking or future-proofing you want from your system. Here’s a comparison of the two in a gaming context:

Performance in Gaming

Intel i5 processors are generally sufficient for most gaming needs. They offer great performance at a mid-range price point, especially for 1080p or 1440p gaming. The 6 cores (or sometimes 8 cores in the latest models) in the i5 can easily handle modern games, even at high settings.

Intel i7 processors, on the other hand, provide better overall performance with 8 cores and hyperthreading. This means they can handle more threads (tasks running simultaneously), making them better suited for higher resolutions, future games, or multitasking while gaming. For 4K gaming, streaming while gaming, or using high refresh rate monitors, an i7 might be the better option for smoother performance.

Price vs. Performance

i5 processors offer the best value for money if you’re primarily gaming. They strike a great balance between price and performance, and for the majority of current gaming titles, an i5 will not bottleneck your performance.

i7 processors are more expensive, but they’re ideal for users who want to future-proof their setup, do content creation alongside gaming (e.g., video editing, streaming), or want higher performance for future games that require more processing power.

Multitasking and Streaming

If you're into streaming while gaming or using multiplayer chat, an i7 provides more headroom for these tasks. The additional cores and threads allow for better handling of background tasks while keeping game performance stable.

Which is Better for Gaming?

For casual or mid-range gaming, an Intel i5 is usually more than enough. You’ll be able to run most games at high settings with no noticeable issues, and it’s a better option if you're on a budget.

If you’re a competitive gamer or someone who plans on streaming, playing at higher resolutions (1440p or 4K), or future-proofing your system, then an Intel i7 might be the better choice.

Conclusion

In summary:

Intel i5 is great for value and is sufficient for most gaming needs.

Intel i7 is better for users seeking higher performance or those planning to use the PC for multitasking or future-proofing for the next few years.

If you want to balance price with power, the i5 is your go-to. But if you want to future-proof and are willing to spend a little more, the i7 is worth considering for better gaming longevity and performance.

For more details, you can refer to authoritative guides such as those found on Tom’s Hardware or PC Gamer for in-depth processor comparisons in gaming.

#gaming

[cameliaferdon]

An Overview of Xeon Server Processors

Xeon processors, made by Intel, are designed for servers, workstations, and data centers. These high-performance CPUs are built to run 24/7, handle heavy workloads, and support multi-threaded applications.

Key Points:

Multiple Cores: Efficiently manage complex tasks.

L3 Cache: Improves data access speed.

Virtualization Support: Ideal for running multiple virtual machines.

Hyperthreading: Enhances performance by creating virtual cores.

Xeon processors are reliable and scalable, making them a great choice for businesses that need robust and dependable server solutions. 🚀

👉 Read the full article Here

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/archives/

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universal cursed artifact

incorrect estimates

advanced stupid

cant or wont

artful incompleteness — all the channels

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Radio Dead Air Tech Q&A tonight at 9pm ET!

Intel has finally released a lot more information about Arrow Lake: the end of hyperthreading? The old socket retention mechanism? And most of all, NO GAINS? We'll talk about it!

Send your questions to requests@radiodeadair.com

[frappacinosandpaninis]

IT stuff knocking around in my head and what I've been doing the last 3 years

Got this idea to get my old radio station running again last night (06/10/2024) and now I'm definitely doing it. Tippy Radio will rise once more! I created my own Network Attached Storage System (NAS/File Server) back in 2020 with a Raspberry pi which then also became a plex server to stream all the films and tv shows in my collection in the home and outside. Eventually I figured Proxmox would let me do more with just the one pc and now it's grown into an adblocker with plex and my nas all in one. The old pc I'm using is a Dell Optiplex 3050 with an i5-6500T and 32gb of ram. It's not fast by any means with just 4 threads and no hyperthreading but she does the job for now. I'm upgrading as soon as I get the funds saved up to a Ryzen 9 7900 with 96gb of ram. I didn't choose the 9900X because I want more efficiency as a whole but I will be tweaking the voltage a little since I'm a classic undervolter so I'll try and squeeze a little bit of extra performance without using extra power. My plan after the upgrade is potentially to get my old radio station running again with MacOS in a vm. So far I've managed to get Sequoia running but with the new machine with 12 cores and 24 total threads, it'll damn near fly. My other idea for the server since I've started using Steam Remote Play outside the house is to add my 6700xt from my current gaming rig to the server and pass it through to a Windows 11 vm and then remotely play games around the house. The challenge is making Windows believe it's running on bare metal. Even though I don't play multiplayer games, I'm not trying to have my account banned for the anti-cheat considering a virtual machine to be cheating It's funny how teachers in college and school said I would never be an IT guy but I've consistently been the family and friends IT guy people go to for advice since I was a kid.

[my-doru]

Intel va lansa o nouă generație de procesoare desktop. Seria Arrow Lake vine cu Turbo Boost Max, dar fără HyperThreading

Sursa foto: Intel Intel se pregătește să lanseze o nouă generație de procesoare desktop sub numele de cod Arrow Lake. Gigantul tehnologic se confruntă cu o concurență acerbă din partea AMD și cu probleme legate de performanța și eficiența energetică a generațiilor anterioare. Conform unor scurgeri recente de informații apărute pe site-ul VideoCardz, procesoarele Intel Arrow Lake vor debuta pe…