AMD In Server Use

[NinjaEwok]

Hello everyone!

I was just wondering if using AMD in a server environment is more cost effective than using Intel CPU. Like I know that Intel has allot better performance and hyper threading better ECC support but I'm building a game-server which will be using the source dedicated server platform.

In short. Is AMD better performance per dollar for a game server over Intel.

Thanks.

[MetalLobster]

You basically hit the nail on the head, AMD has better value over Intel, but Intel performs way better.

With servers in mind, AMD hasn't innovated much until recently where they are working with ARM to release a 64-bit CPU at CES.

Source: http://www.anandtech.com/show/6418/amd-will-build-64bit-arm-based-opteron-cpus-for-servers-production-in-2014

[Whaler_99]

That is a hard question - Intel typically performs better overall, but AMD systems do hold the lead in high end computational systems. I say high end. :) A single quad core intel/amd server solution, from most people's point of view, would typically yeild about the same performance.

I would say look around and see what you can afford - you will probably find both AMD and Intel solutions to match. Just go with what works. I doubt you will see a massive perofmance boost going one over the other for your purposes...

[NinjaEwok]

The only other thing that could make Intel a better choice over AMD is the wider range of motherboards that support the Intel sockets over the AMD platform. The other thing would be is that if I buy a Dual socket Intel motherboard it gives a better platform for upgrading the system in the future. Where as the AMD dual sockets seem to be niche or non-existent.

[Whaler_99]

Buying the AMD dual solution for a DIY is kind of niche while there are some options on the Intel front. You could always look at HP, Dell and IBM and their entry level servers. Most you can get AMD or Intel with dual CPU support, which hopefully are still available later to be added. :)

[Kilmer02]

I have always wanted a Opteron based home server for because I can. But I cant, so i'll have to wait, but one day i will have one!

[killerx525]

It should be fine with AMD as it is a game server, just have a super fast and stable connection to it.

[NinjaEwok]

It should be fine with AMD as it is a game server' date=' just have a super fast and stable connection to it.[/quote']

Super fast connection is a little bit of an Oxymoron here in NZ haha

[jakemp]

Intel usually prices their parts to match the AMD parts that perform comparably, but usually with a small bump for the perf/W and the single threaded performance. If these things are important to you, then it's worth the money.