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Important Specifications to consider before buying a processor for your PC
Before gamers in South Africa consider upgrading their CPU, it is vital to consider some of the specifications below in determining what the best option would be.
- Core Count
- Clock Speeds
- Thermal Design Power (TDP)
- Brand
- Overclocking ability
- Where the prices match the quality that you will receive
- What the PC is used for whether casual, gaming, development, content creation, engineering or researching uses.
Best CPU Brands
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Intel
Intel has a series of platforms which operate at a higher level than that of its rivals. Intel processors are known for their stability, compatibility, innovative specs, and small-calibre improvements which are made consistently.
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AMD
AMD processors are especially popular as a fierce competitor, and it is especially popular amongst gamers and computer users for its total clocking, budget-friendly options, and robust performance.
Different CPU Sockets
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AM4
Which is a PGA microprocessor socket which is used by AMD CPUs, and which was built on the Zen and Excavator microarchitectures.
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LGA 1151
LGA 1151 is also known as Socket H4, which is an Intel microprocessor that is available in two versions namely one that supports Intel’s Skylake and Kaby Lake CPUs, and the other that supports Coffee Lake CPUs exclusively.
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LGA 1200
An Intel microprocessor compatible socket that supports Comet Lake and Rocket Lake CPUs.
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LGA 2066
Also known as Socket R4, is an Intel CPU that debuted with Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X, replacing Intel’s LGA 2011-3 (R3).
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TRX4
Also known as Socket SP3r3, is a land grid array (LGA) CPU socket designed by AMD which supports Zen 2-based Castle Peak Ryzen Threadripper PC processors.
Different CPU Sockets
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Core I5
The 11th Gen Intel Core processor which is available as either dual-core or quad-core.
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Core I7
Intel Core i7 spans eight generations of Intel chipsets which feature either four or six cores.
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Core I9
Core i9 form part of the 11th Gen Core series which has innovative and new architectural designs for improved intelligent performance (AI).
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Ryzen 5
Ryzen 5 is a family of mid-range performance microprocessors with 64-bit quad and hexa-cores which was introduced by AMD in 2017.
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Ryzen 7
Ryzen 7 was launched in 2017 by AMD. These processors use the AM4 socket.
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Ryzen 9
Ryzen 9 is a 3rd generation 16-core, 32-thread CPU which is one of the fastest and most popular in the industry.
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Threadripper
Threadripper is a line of workstation PC Processors designed by AMD, operating on the Zen microarchitecture using the TR4 socket type.
FAQ
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How much does a PC CPU Cost?
PC CPUs offered by PC International start from R3,853.00 (Incl. VAT).
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Which CPU is best for home use?
The best CPU for home use is between Intel Core i3 and Ryzen 5.
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Is Intel or AMD better?
Both have unique features that make them the best in a variety of categories. AMD, however, is more affordable and versatile, supporting older motherboards for newer processors.
Buy Intel and AMD Processors (CPU) Online
Optimize your computer’s efficiency with a new processor (CPU). Find the right processor (CPU) for your needs in PC International’s online range of Intel and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) processors (CPU). Select a combination that’s perfect for your work, creative, gaming and downtime demands. Maximize your turbo frequency to get the speed you want. Choose a Central Processing Unit (CPU) that steps up to your requirements and executes enough concurrent instructions so you don’t ever need to pause and wait.
Select from our PC International’s range of dual, triple or quad core options. Invest in Smart Cache. Look at a Pentium Gold and Celeron to power your basic computing needs. Delve into the Intel world and select from a range of generations, unlock the i9 and enjoy up to 5.00GHZ. Or blur the line between a workstation and your gaming rig with a Ryzen. Together with PC International enjoy the power of a great processor (CPU).
Our Intel and AMD selection of processors (CPU) include - Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium, Intel Core I3, Intel Core I5, Intel Core I7, Intel Core I9 as well as AMD Athlon, AMD Ryzen and AMD Ryzen Threadripper.
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