Computer purchasing advice

Arclight · 05-10-13, 11:34 AM

Ack, it can get really complicated with multi-GPU. Basically, the higher total GPU horsepower the more single-core performance starts to matter, along with PCI-E bandwidth. Luckily we're not talking about Crossfiring absolute top-end cards here.

Long story short, the lack of L3 cache on the A-10 hurts gaming performance. If you're going to combine an AMD with a discrete GPU, then don't get Trinity. A FX-4xxx or FX-6xxx will serve you better.

Considering that, I'd say that CPU should be a good mate for Crossfired 5770s.

* the actual difference lies in design. The lack of L3 cache is a notable design decision. What it comes down to is that Trinity was designed as a one-stop solution for the mainstream market. It is not intended to compete in the high-end market, and it doesn't.

(with gaming being as demanding as it is, I feel it is definitely high-end. I don't really believe in "affordable" gaming because you end up making too many concessions)

05-10-13, 11:34 AM	#31
Arclight Navy Seal Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Land of windmills, tulips, wooden shoes and cheese. Lots of cheese. Posts: 8,467 Downloads: 53 Uploads: 10	Ack, it can get really complicated with multi-GPU. Basically, the higher total GPU horsepower the more single-core performance starts to matter, along with PCI-E bandwidth. Luckily we're not talking about Crossfiring absolute top-end cards here. Long story short, the lack of L3 cache on the A-10 hurts gaming performance. If you're going to combine an AMD with a discrete GPU, then don't get Trinity. A FX-4xxx or FX-6xxx will serve you better. Considering that, I'd say that CPU should be a good mate for Crossfired 5770s. * the actual difference lies in design. The lack of L3 cache is a notable design decision. What it comes down to is that Trinity was designed as a one-stop solution for the mainstream market. It is not intended to compete in the high-end market, and it doesn't. (with gaming being as demanding as it is, I feel it is definitely high-end. I don't really believe in "affordable" gaming because you end up making too many concessions) __________________ Contritium praecedit superbia.