question More threads or more cache?

[Stock_Owl]

So, I want to choose a cpu for my first build, and I have a question:

More threads or more cache is better?

For ex.: I saw an Intel Core I7 CPU with 8 cores and 8 threads 12MB Intel Smart Cache (I don't know what that means)
             and an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU with 8 cores, 16 threads and 4MB L2 Cache

             (These are just examples, I want at least a 6 core cpu, but I might buy an 8 core one)

             I don't know which one affects the performance more, the number of threads or the amount of cache?

Thank you.

 

Ps: First time posting, if you need more detail, say it.

 

Edit: the models are:
Intel Core i7 9700 KF 3.6GHz 4.9GHz with overclock, 12MB "smart" cache PCIe 3, 8 cores, 8 threads

and

AMD Ryzen 7 3800X 3,9GHz, 4.5GHz with overclock, 4MB L2 cache, 32MB L3 cache, 8 cores, 16 threads

 

Edited August 12, 2021 by Stock_Owl
Requested specific models

[Cyracus]

look at cpu reviews, they'll tell you much more than the paper specs.

[igormp]

Which models are you talking about? Anyway, that AMD CPU has more cache than the Intel one, intel the size l3 caches as "intel smart cache", you forgot to mention the size of the l3 cache on the ryzen. A 3700x, as an example, has 32mb of l3 cache

[Fasauceome]

16 minutes ago, Stock_Owl said:

I saw an Intel Core I7 CPU with 8 cores and 8 threads

So, basically a 9th gen i7

 

If you're more clear with the models you are comparing, we can make a more effective recommendation 

[Mark Kaine]

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This is a tricky call in some ways. The Intel Core i7-9700k most often outperforms AMD’s Ryzen 7 3700X in gaming benchmarks. This can be as little as just a few frames-per-second to more than 20 for some games (running at 1080p). Intel’s option is better for most games, and if you’re focusing entirely on gaming and budget isn’t an issue, Intel is the way to go.

On the other hand, you’ll save a lot of money going with the Ryzen 3700X—enough to pour those funds into a better GPU or other components. Saving money on power is not only good for your monthly budget, it’s more environmentally friendly as well.

AMD’s new Zen 2 architecture is also more advanced than Intel’s aging chip set, especially when it comes to security (you may have heard about some of Intel’s security breaches in recent years). Overall, I’d take the slight performance dip and go with the less expensive 3700X, but if power and speed matter more than efficiency and price, the i7-9700K is certainly no slouch.

(taken from here: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.forbes.com/sites/erikkain/2019/08/10/the-best-gaming-cpu-under-400-intel-core-i7-9700k-vs-amd-ryzen-7-3700x/amp/)

 

 

Personally, this is a no brainer, ill always go for more cores/threads and lower thermals instead of bruteforcing a few fps more, but thats up to you, i guess.

 

 

 

[svmlegacy]

35 minutes ago, Stock_Owl said:

So, I want to choose a cpu for my first build, and I have a question:

More threads or more cache is better?

For ex.: I saw an Intel Core I7 CPU with 8 cores and 8 threads 12MB Intel Smart Cache (I don't know what that means)
             and an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU with 8 cores, 16 threads and 4MB L2 Cache

             (These are just examples, I want at least a 6 core cpu, but I might buy an 8 core one)

             I don't know which one affects the performance more, the number of threads or the amount of cache?

Thank you.

 

Ps: First time posting, if you need more detail, say it.

There's much more to a CPU than cores/cache/GHz... read reviews and pick based on price and your usage

[Stock_Owl]

50 minutes ago, igormp said:

Which models are you talking about? Anyway, that AMD CPU has more cache than the Intel one, intel the size l3 caches as "intel smart cache", you forgot to mention the size of the l3 cache on the ryzen. A 3700x, as an example, has 32mb of l3 cache

Thanks, I tought its L2 cache. Then, I don't have to let go any performance. Funny enough, the AMD one is the cheaper. (where I order it from)