Why Less CPU Cores are *Almost* Always Better.

Spreadsheet with all the results:
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CPU: r7 5800x3D / r9 5900x (depending on test)
MB: MSI B350 PC MATE (latest bios)
RAM: 2x16gb 3600 MHz c18
Boot: Samsung 980 pro 2tb
GPU: RX 7800xt / RTX 3080 (depending on test)

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I guess a bunch of CPU cores is just a flex now :/

It's really easy to get caught up and overspend on a CPU, but for the majority of people (even many enthusiasts) you will most likely not notice a difference. Spending your money towards fewer cores, but individually are higher quality, for most people, is a better move. It is faster in gaming, and in productivity, usually that is handled by the GPU now. It surprised me how little a bunch of cores effect the end result.

lmk what you think!

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0:00- More core, More better... right?
1:50- The pressure
2:50- Disadvantages of getting extra CPU cores
4:32- Advantages of extra CPU cores
6:11- What this means