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Choosing the Best CPU for Your Gaming Computer

Picking the latest, fastest or most expensive processor on the market won’t always result in the right CPU for your particular system. Some processors are designed to work with certain motherboards, so the CPU you choose will limit the type of motherboard you can get.
 
 

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The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is one of the most important components in any computer system. The CPU could be described as the brains of a computer. It contains the logic circuitry that performs the instructions of the software you run. The performance of your games and other applications will be directly related to this tiny little microprocessor.

The Major Players: Intel and AMD

Two companies dominate the CPU market, Intel and AMD (Advanced Micro Devices). Both companies make a range of different processor models. 

For example, Intel have the Core i7 and Core i5 processor models, while AMD have the Athlon and Phenom series. 

The Best CPU for Gaming

If you’re a basic computer user and you don’t require all that much power, you may want to consider a budget-line processor. Intel and AMD both offer budget processors.

Intel these days offering more powerful processors which is I Series processor. Intel’s 9th generation processor are already out in the market.

As for AMD, these days the AMD Ryzen, AMD A Series and AMD FX Series processors would be considered budget models.

AMD also upgraded the processor and now they are offering 8 cores processors on a budget price range.

For gaming, you will need a more powerful CPU. If you wish to play the latest 3D games with good performance, you’ll want to invest in a capable CPU. Currently, the Intel Core i5 and Intel Core i7 are the most popular processors and are also the ones that I recommend for gaming. 

If you want to go with AMD instead, consider the AMD Ryzen Series Model.

Deciding between AMD and Intel can be a difficult decision. Although, if you’re a gamer I would recommend an Intel processor at this particular moment time. They seem to slightly out-perform their follow AMD rivals these days with their awesome Core i5 and i7 processors. But in this market things change very quickly, and next week AMD could have the best offer and I will be recommending them instead. So it’s really up to you to decide between the two.

Understanding the Speed of CPU’s

The speed of a CPU is measured in either megahertz or gigahertz, and is referred to as the CPU’s clock speed. 

It’s not very easy to compare the performance of Intel and AMD processors. An Intel processor running at 3 GHz is not equivalent to an Athlon processor running at 3 GHz. 

This is because AMD processors can run at a slower speed and yet match the performance of faster-clocked Intel processors.

Cooling Your CPU

These days, the best CPU’s produce so much heat they require a better cooling system. 

Processors commonly run with a stock fan attached to the top to cool them down. When you buy a CPU, the stock cooler that comes with it can be replaced with a better aftermarket CPU cooler. 

If you want improved cooling. If you’re going to be overclocking your CPU, then chances are you probably need to get a better cooler. There are some players in the market who offers great cooling fan and cooling systems. They are Cooler Master, Circle, DeepCool etc.

The Future of CPU’s

Competition in the CPU market is tight between Intel and AMD, both are working hard to release the fastest and most powerful chips. The current trend in CPU’s are quad core CPU’s, and AMD and Intel both have competing quad core processors on the market.

Who knows what the future may bring? One thing’s for sure, CPU technology is only going to get better like it always does. To think how fast they may become in the future is frightening.

 

Conclusion

Choosing the best CPU for gaming can be a confusing task. Hopefully this article has shed some light on how to go about choosing the best gaming CPU for your needs.

If you find any difficulty or you have any questions then you can leave your comments or drop an email to my inbox.

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