2700X vs 7700K, should I stay or should I go?

[HammerON]

Okay folks, please stay on the topic at hand. I think there has been enough discussion in regards to Windows 7 versus Windows 10. I resisted the urge to delete the off-topic posts, but that could change if the topic doesn't turn back to the OP's question about whether or not to switch their CPU.

 

[RealNeil]

Even though I have two i7-7700K systems, I still like the idea of the Ryzen 2700X. I like that its a lot better than my Ryzen 1700X. (and my 1700X is a great little CPU)
The only thing that might change that would be if the 2800X release was happening soon. Then, I would get that.
The added bonus of supporting the underdog in the market makes it a no-brainer for me.

 

[Caring1]

My choice would be based on core count and efficiency, what you need it for and are willing to pay.
Personally real life power consumption comes in to play for me as I run my system constantly and every cent counts.
It all adds up.

 

[Bones]

Yes it does.
I was thinking since the OP wanted it for doing alot of VR machine use along with multi-tasking a TR might be the ticket and would certainly be able to run for a few years, the 2700 with it's 8 core/16 thread setup isn't bad either.
The cost of it along with the cost to use is something else but I'd have to assume if getting one they should already know what to expect.

I am really thinking about selling some stuff to get a Ryzen or even a TR if I can, the 7700K here is working fine but as you know there's always the need for more.....

 

[RealNeil]

but as you know there's always the need for more.....

Yes, always!

 

[Liviu Cojocaru]

Hi guys,

I've done some testing these days to figure out what I actually need in a workload environment and I've noticed that the CPU is rarely going over 60% usage while the disk usage (where the VM's are) is always at 100%. The RAM memory stays around 9-10GB used, this probably concludes that my i7 7700K it's still a good option for now. I will probably make the move to the next generation in a year or so.

These being said I will try and clear-up around 100GB of space on one of my SSD's to use for the VM's and probably buy a new SSD sometime soon.

Thank you all again for your opinions, it's great to see that you can get very constructive feedback form these threads.

P.S As I am an obsessed person I might make some stupid moves but I try to be content now and be happy with what I have.

 

[las]

The 2700X is the better choice. Same single threaded performance as the 7700K but double the cores. Any application than can use them will benefit.

Same single thread perf... No. It has better multi thread tho. Obviously because of 100% more cores and threads. 8C/16T would be much better for many VM's, depending on load and requirements...

Even 6700K will beat Ryzen 2700X in single thread perf Pre-OC. Post-OC it will destroy it completely. 6700K at 5 GHz will be at 215+ in CB ST. Ryzen Refresh at will barely break 180 at max clock.

On Ryzen X CPU's. Single core boost at stock is as good as it gets for single thread perf. Which is why most games perform worse when you do an all-core OC on Ryzen X models, since clock will be lower than single core boost (50-100 MHz on average).

Even an old Ivy Bridge at 4.5ish will rival Ryzen in single thread perf. They do 180ish in CB ST just like Ryzen at 4.2ish.

 

[我是老外]

2700X应该VS 8700K吧。。7700K没有太大的参考价值 不过现在玩游戏还是英特尔牛逼 毕竟主频高 我4790K超频4.7Ghz照样用。。

 

[Liviu Cojocaru]

2700X应该VS 8700K吧。。7700K没有太大的参考价值 不过现在玩游戏还是英特尔牛逼 毕竟主频高 我4790K超频4.7Ghz照样用。。

Use English please

 

[我是老外]

Use English please

I'm sorry
I want to say that 2700X should be VS 8700K. 7700K does not have much reference value, but now playing games or Intel bull, after all, the main frequency is high, I 4790K overclocking 4.7Ghz still use.
The above is the translation software translation do not know whether the translation is accurate。。

 

[trparky]

disk usage (where the VM's are) is always at 100%.

That's a classic sign of your storage device not keeping up with I/O demands, it's basically screaming and begging for mercy to let it catch its breath.

 

[eidairaman1]

Hi guys,

I've done some testing these days to figure out what I actually need in a workload environment and I've noticed that the CPU is rarely going over 60% usage while the disk usage (where the VM's are) is always at 100%. The RAM memory stays around 9-10GB used, this probably concludes that my i7 7700K it's still a good option for now. I will probably make the move to the next generation in a year or so.

These being said I will try and clear-up around 100GB of space on one of my SSD's to use for the VM's and probably buy a new SSD sometime soon.

Thank you all again for your opinions, it's great to see that you can get very constructive feedback form these threads.

P.S As I am an obsessed person I might make some stupid moves but I try to be content now and be happy with what I have.

Check your private message.

 

[Liviu Cojocaru]

Check your private message.

I did but I forgot to respond, thank you for the advice. I'll see how I'll get along with the current set up and I will as well keep an open mind to any updates. Probably for the moment, not to complicate things very much, I will go on the route to buy a 500GB SSD

 

[Liviu Cojocaru]

Sorry for double post...

In the end I got an 500GB SSD and another 8GB of DDR4 so now I have 24GB which helps a lot. The CPU does not sweat with 3 VM's on

 

[dorsetknob]

Just strolled thru 63 posts, and agree with your last post

In the end I got an 500GB SSD and another 8GB of DDR4 so now I have 24GB which helps a lot. The CPU does not sweat with 3 VM's on

right Choice as i was about to Suggest
your Best choice would be More Ram and Probably 1 big SSD or 2 smaller SSD's ( one for each VM),
Reason your Current System is Generaly Very Suitable but above Upgrades will add to your Systems Capability ( and can be transferred to a later New Build )