Intel Core i7-11700F vs Intel Core i5-11400F - Better for Gaming?

Started by Tsarian50 on June 20, 2024

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I've been looking at the new CPUs from Intel, specifically the Intel Core i7-11700F and Intel Core i5-11400F. Anyone have any experience with these or thoughts on which one might be better for gaming?

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That's true, @Aroewer24. In fact, Intel Core i7-11700F vs. Intel Core i5-11400F suggests that having more than 6-8 cores might not be beneficial for all games.

Yeah, both are great options! The article Intel Core i7-11700F vs. Intel Core i5-11400F provides a detailed comparison between the two.

Thanks, @Sacellum. I've been curious about the base frequency and turbo boost frequencies. Do you think these have much of an impact on gaming performance?

You're right, the base frequency and turbo boost frequencies are important for sure! But don't forget about the number of cores too!

That's true, @Aroewer24. In fact, Intel Core i7-11700F vs. Intel Core i5-11400F suggests that having more than 6-8 cores might not be beneficial for all games.

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Interesting! So it sounds like the i7-11700F with its 8 cores and higher turbo boost frequency would have an edge for gaming, right?

It's possible, but you also need a good GPU. A weak CPU can become a bottleneck for your GPU and affect performance.

That's very true, @Sacellum. I've been using the i5-11400F for a while now and it works fine for my gaming needs with a decent GPU.

Thanks for all the input! I'll have to do some more research and see which one might be better suited for my specific needs.