EuroFight Posted November 27, 2012 Posted November 27, 2012 AMD should have a nice opportunity here, if this is true. I'm already set if it is true I doubt it is, however. If it is does turn out to be true, I think Intel would probably offer a special version of the chips for system system enthusiasts/builders. It would seem illogical to virtually hand a segment of the market to their competitor even if it was fairly niche. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onion Posted November 27, 2012 Posted November 27, 2012 Its a good thing, in a way. It prevents me from upgrading all the time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulktreg Posted November 27, 2012 Posted November 27, 2012 (edited) On the face of it it doesn't sound too good but how many enthusiasts actually buy a motherboard that they stick with and keep changing the processor? Overclockers and benchmarkers may suffer but everytime I've upgraded it's involved a new processor and motherboard to keep up with the latest chipsets and memory. I don't intend upgrading my i7 920 next time, it'll probably be processor, motherboard and memory. Edited November 27, 2012 by paulktreg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjloki Posted November 27, 2012 Posted November 27, 2012 That won't work on a BGA chip. hehe...my lame attempt at cynical humor,...di'n't werk I guess... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted November 27, 2012 Posted November 27, 2012 On the face of it it doesn't sound too good but how many enthusiasts actually buy a motherboard that they stick with and keep changing the processor? Overclockers and benchmarkers may suffer but everytime I've upgraded it's involved a new processor and motherboard to keep up with the latest chipsets and memory. I don't intend upgrading my i7 920 next time, it'll probably be processor, motherboard and memory. I think the biggest issue is with replacement as well as motherboard variety. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest_Jim_* Posted November 28, 2012 Posted November 28, 2012 On the face of it it doesn't sound too good but how many enthusiasts actually buy a motherboard that they stick with and keep changing the processor? Overclockers and benchmarkers may suffer but everytime I've upgraded it's involved a new processor and motherboard to keep up with the latest chipsets and memory. I don't intend upgrading my i7 920 next time, it'll probably be processor, motherboard and memory. Don't forget that sometimes someone wants to build a new computer but the processor they want isn't out yet, so they build the computer with a less-desirable CPU and wait. Also if you build a computer at the beginning of a new socket and like the motherboard or don't want to go through the process of replacing the motherboard, being able to switch out the processor for a newer, better one is a good deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
road-runner Posted November 28, 2012 Posted November 28, 2012 As quick as intel changes sockets you have to buy a new board anyway cause they done changed sockets. I hope its just a rumor if its not there isnt much we can do it about... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kamikaze_Badger Posted November 28, 2012 Posted November 28, 2012 Alienating the enthusiast market would be a stupid move on Intel's part. I'm sure it's just a rumor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddie Posted November 28, 2012 Posted November 28, 2012 The price of AMD shares have gone down recently so if this is true, I know what I'll be doing Having said that, its probably bollocks anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddie Posted November 28, 2012 Posted November 28, 2012 Alienating the enthusiast market would be a stupid move on Intel's part. It would, this was from the last line: However there's speculation that Intel will still provide CPUs in LGA packaging for high-end desktop platforms only. So if its cheaper low end products for people who don't do DIY upgrades then maybe its possible? probably not but you never know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
El_Capitan Posted November 28, 2012 Posted November 28, 2012 I'm still confused why they had a 4 core with hyperthreading CPU for LGA 2011 (i7 3820K) and not make it a 6 core with no hyperthreading. Haswell that ends well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
suedenim Posted November 28, 2012 Posted November 28, 2012 If Intel do go the limited enthusiast route how many mobo makers will be left then? If it also mean prices drop how that affect to AMD where price and GPUs are their main strengths - just GPUs then? Perhaps Apples completely walled garden has mutated into a corporate virus. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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