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Xeon vs. i5 for NAS

Redfern
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Hello, I was just wondering what is better a Xeon W3250 and a X58 Motherboard or an i5 4440 and a H81 Motherboard? I will be using this for the basic NAS needs and multi-channel Ethernet cables, thanks!

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The i5 will serve you well. Also should have a lower power draw if I remember the Xeon correct.

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Just now, KirbyTech said:

The i5 will serve you well. Also should have a lower power draw if I remember the Xeon correct.

Will not having 8 threads effect performance? Thanks for the input :D

CPU: Intel i7-4790k | Cooler: Corsair H110i GT | Motherboard: MSI Z97I AC  | Graphics Card: SAPPHIRE R9 280  | http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/pszsdC

 

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http://hndrx.co.uk/

http://wisemove4u.com/

 

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If that is all this system is going to be used for I'd suggest something like a second generation i3 and a h61 board. It'll be cheaper than both and work equally well.

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