Which CPU is better for SQ? AMD Ryzen or Intel core i7
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bearbearwolf
6 years ago #196981
I would like to upgrade my computer for SQ. Can you suggest which CPU is better for SQ? And RAM Size. Thanks
tomas262
6 years ago #197047
Hello,
from my experience Intels generally tend to outperfom AMDs (considering models having similar parameters) while AMDs are more affordable. I would go with 6 cores (12 threads) i7 most probably and 8-12GB RAM. You can also check this discussion for some performance tips https://strategyquant.com/forum/topic/2968-how-to-tune-sq-for-max-performance-and-reduce-memory-usage-by-4-to-5-times/
clonex / Ivan Hudec
6 years ago #197053
New generation of Ryzen and Threadripper ar equally to Intel. Ryzden 7x has best prices to performance ratio
Check this: http://www.sisoftware.eu/2017/04/05/amd-ryzen-review-and-benchmarks-cpu/
( please note that im (ex) amd hater)
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