# \#cpu **URL:** https://www.starzen.space/tag/cpu/128.md [Latest](https://www.starzen.space/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.starzen.space/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.starzen.space/tags.md) --- ## [DDR3 Rides Again, ft. Wendell of Level1 Techs](https://www.starzen.space/t/ddr3-rides-again-ft-wendell-of-level1-techs/39843)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2026, 9:28pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/ddr3-rides-again-ft-wendell-of-level1-techs/39843 "2026-10-10T21:28:36Z")
In the video, Wendell from Level1 Techs highlights the continued practicality and vibrant secondary market of older DDR3 and Xeon V3/V4 hardware for uses like home labs, DIY routers, and budget builds, desp… --- ## [Day 1: Working Out How To Do This!](https://www.starzen.space/t/day-1-working-out-how-to-do-this/39235)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 10:53am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/day-1-working-out-how-to-do-this/39235 "2026-09-07T10:53:00Z")
In this livestream, the host begins transforming a defective PlayStation 5 BC250 chip into a Linux-based mini PC by installing the Basite Linux distribution and experimenting with hardware modifications, in… --- ## [AMD's Reality Distortion Field](https://www.starzen.space/t/amds-reality-distortion-field/38964)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 9:02pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/amds-reality-distortion-field/38964 "2026-08-24T21:02:02Z")
The video outlines AMD’s strategic pivot from consumer gaming to data center and AI computing, showcasing impressive growth in the latter but highlighting challenges such as declining gaming revenues, finan… --- ## [Critics say Star Citizen’s official minimum PC specs are too low for a playable experience](https://www.starzen.space/t/critics-say-star-citizen-s-official-minimum-pc-specs-are-too-low-for-a-playable-experience/38764)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2026, 9:57pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/critics-say-star-citizen-s-official-minimum-pc-specs-are-too-low-for-a-playable-experience/38764 "2026-08-15T21:57:56Z")
Critics say Star Citizen’s official minimum PC specs are too low for a playable experience A new round of community testing is challenging Star Citizen’s published minimum PC requirements, with benchmark-style videos … --- ## [A New Best: Cooler Master HAF II 500 Case Review | Thermals, Fan Tests, & Build Quality](https://www.starzen.space/t/a-new-best-cooler-master-haf-ii-500-case-review-thermals-fan-tests-build-quality/38337)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2026, 6:05pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/a-new-best-cooler-master-haf-ii-500-case-review-thermals-fan-tests-build-quality/38337 "2026-07-26T18:05:49Z")
The Cooler Master HAF II 500 (Half2500) case excels in thermal performance and quiet operation thanks to its large, efficient fans and high-airflow, no-frills design, making it one of Cooler Master’s best r… --- ## [AMD's Ryzen 7 7700X3D Tested - The Right Chip At The Wrong Price](https://www.starzen.space/t/amds-ryzen-7-7700x3d-tested-the-right-chip-at-the-wrong-price/38246)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 5:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/amds-ryzen-7-7700x3d-tested-the-right-chip-at-the-wrong-price/38246 "2026-07-22T17:21:25Z")
The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D is a capable processor with solid performance improvements over the 5800X3D and fits well within AMD’s X3D lineup, but its pricing is confusing and offers little value compared to th… --- ## [Ryzen 7 7700X3D Review: The Budget 3D V-Cache King?](https://www.starzen.space/t/ryzen-7-7700x3d-review-the-budget-3d-v-cache-king/38128)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 1:23pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/ryzen-7-7700x3d-review-the-budget-3d-v-cache-king/38128 "2026-07-16T13:23:31Z")
The Ryzen 7 7700X3D is a slightly down-clocked, more affordable Zen 4 CPU offering strong gaming performance with large 3D V-Cache, delivering about 7% lower performance than the 7800X3D but with improved p… --- ## [Valve Nerfed the Steam Machine's Performance | Single vs. Dual-Channel Memory Benchmark](https://www.starzen.space/t/valve-nerfed-the-steam-machines-performance-single-vs-dual-channel-memory-benchmark/37786)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 2:03am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/valve-nerfed-the-steam-machines-performance-single-vs-dual-channel-memory-benchmark/37786 "2026-06-30T02:03:28Z")
Valve’s decision to ship the Steam Machine with a single 16 GB RAM stick instead of dual-channel memory results in up to 20% reduced performance in CPU-intensive tasks, while GPU-bound workloads remain larg… --- ## [Upgrading Your PC For Star Citizen- On The Cheap!](https://www.starzen.space/t/upgrading-your-pc-for-star-citizen-on-the-cheap/37651)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/upgrading-your-pc-for-star-citizen-on-the-cheap/37651 "2026-06-23T16:21:05Z")
The video explores budget-friendly CPU upgrades for Star Citizen on AM4 DDR4 systems, highlighting that while the Ryzen 5800 X3D offers strong performance, Intel’s 12th-gen 12700 KF provides even better val… --- ## [Valve Steam Machine Review: GPU & CPU Benchmarks, SteamOS Test, Thermals, Noise, and Price](https://www.starzen.space/t/valve-steam-machine-review-gpu-cpu-benchmarks-steamos-test-thermals-noise-and-price/37629)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2026, 5:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/valve-steam-machine-review-gpu-cpu-benchmarks-steamos-test-thermals-noise-and-price/37629 "2026-06-22T17:21:23Z")
The Valve Steam Machine offers a compact, pre-built gaming PC experience with performance comparable to mid-range GPUs like the RX6600 and RTX 3060, running on SteamOS 3.8 but with limitations in resolution… --- ## [Carbon Nanotube Thermal Pad as a 10-Year Thermal Paste Alternative | Carbice Engineering Discussion](https://www.starzen.space/t/carbon-nanotube-thermal-pad-as-a-10-year-thermal-paste-alternative-carbice-engineering-discussion/37491)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2026, 12:11pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/carbon-nanotube-thermal-pad-as-a-10-year-thermal-paste-alternative-carbice-engineering-discussion/37491 "2026-06-17T12:11:27Z")
Carbice, in collaboration with Noctua, has developed a carbon nanotube thermal pad featuring vertically grown nanotubes on an aluminum core, offering a long-lasting, maintenance-free alternative to traditio… --- ## [Boost FPS & Kill Stutter! Process Lasso Setup for Star Citizen and Any Game!](https://www.starzen.space/t/boost-fps-kill-stutter-process-lasso-setup-for-star-citizen-and-any-game/37288)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 11:18am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/boost-fps-kill-stutter-process-lasso-setup-for-star-citizen-and-any-game/37288 "2026-06-07T11:18:43Z")
The video tutorial explains how to optimize gaming performance on multi-CCD processors like the 9950X3D by adjusting BIOS settings and using Process Lasso to assign games like Star Citizen exclusively to th… --- ## [Race to the Bottom: $18 CPU Air Cooler Gives Thermalright Competition](https://www.starzen.space/t/race-to-the-bottom-18-cpu-air-cooler-gives-thermalright-competition/37250)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 3:54pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/race-to-the-bottom-18-cpu-air-cooler-gives-thermalright-competition/37250 "2026-06-05T15:54:55Z")
ID Cooling is aggressively competing in the budget CPU cooling market with products like the $18 SE214 XT G2 air cooler, offering cost-effective designs that rival Thermalright’s offerings, while also cater… --- ## [Corsair Warthog Case Brings Back the C70](https://www.starzen.space/t/corsair-warthog-case-brings-back-the-c70/37222)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2026, 12:18pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/corsair-warthog-case-brings-back-the-c70/37222 "2026-06-04T12:18:48Z")
Corsair has unveiled the Warthog case, a modernized successor to the military-themed C70, featuring rugged design elements, updated internals based on the Frame 4000D chassis, enhanced cooling, and thoughtf… --- ## [Phanteks EX5 & EX6 High Airflow Chamber Case, ft. CTO & Engineering Discussion](https://www.starzen.space/t/phanteks-ex5-ex6-high-airflow-chamber-case-ft-cto-engineering-discussion/37207)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 8:01pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/phanteks-ex5-ex6-high-airflow-chamber-case-ft-cto-engineering-discussion/37207 "2026-06-03T20:01:46Z")
The Phanteks EX5 and EX6 cases feature innovative high-airflow chamber designs that separate the GPU and CPU to optimize cooling, incorporating a unique fan behind the motherboard to prevent heat transfer t… --- ## [Noctua AIO Engineering and Thermosiphon Cooler, ft. Technical Discussion](https://www.starzen.space/t/noctua-aio-engineering-and-thermosiphon-cooler-ft-technical-discussion/37188)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 12:03am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/noctua-aio-engineering-and-thermosiphon-cooler-ft-technical-discussion/37188 "2026-06-03T00:03:35Z")
At Computex, Noctua unveiled advanced cooling technologies including a thermosiphon cooler with improved fluid dynamics and a micro-layer sintered copper cold plate for enhanced heat transfer, achieving per… --- ## [AMD Pretends to Care](https://www.starzen.space/t/amd-pretends-to-care/37178)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 3:29pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/amd-pretends-to-care/37178 "2026-06-02T15:29:12Z")
The video criticizes AMD for lacking meaningful new consumer products amid the AI boom, instead re-releasing older CPUs and imposing restrictive media embargoes while shifting focus toward AI infrastructure… --- ## [Lian Li's Double-Barrel Crossflow Fan | Lancool 207XL, Lancool 4, & USB Engineering, ft. CEO](https://www.starzen.space/t/lian-lis-double-barrel-crossflow-fan-lancool-207xl-lancool-4-usb-engineering-ft-ceo/37169)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 11:53pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/lian-lis-double-barrel-crossflow-fan-lancool-207xl-lancool-4-usb-engineering-ft-ceo/37169 "2026-06-01T23:53:38Z")
The video highlights Lian Li’s innovative PC cases and cooling technologies, including the Lancool 207 XL’s unique double-barrel crossflow fan system that improves GPU cooling, and advanced designs like the… --- ## [NVIDIA's Hostile Takeover](https://www.starzen.space/t/nvidias-hostile-takeover/37157)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 3:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/nvidias-hostile-takeover/37157 "2026-06-01T15:21:27Z")
NVIDIA is shifting its focus from traditional consumer CPUs to specialized AI-centric hardware, unveiling the Vera CPU and partnering with Microsoft to develop AI-optimized devices, while investing heavily … --- ## [The 5800X3D Returns! AMD Officially Brings Back AM4 Gaming King](https://www.starzen.space/t/the-5800x3d-returns-amd-officially-brings-back-am4-gaming-king/37144)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 12:21am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/the-5800x3d-returns-amd-officially-brings-back-am4-gaming-king/37144 "2026-06-01T00:21:16Z")
AMD is re-releasing the Ryzen 7 5800X3D as a 10th anniversary edition for the AM4 platform at $349, offering gamers a cost-effective upgrade option amid high DDR5 prices, alongside launching the Ryzen 7 770… --- ## ["NVIDIA Would Never Accept a Mistake" - WireView Pro Noctua Edition & PVD Coating, ft. Der8auer](https://www.starzen.space/t/nvidia-would-never-accept-a-mistake-wireview-pro-noctua-edition-pvd-coating-ft-der8auer/37124)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2026, 12:41am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/nvidia-would-never-accept-a-mistake-wireview-pro-noctua-edition-pvd-coating-ft-der8auer/37124 "2026-05-31T00:41:18Z")
The video features Roman (Der8auer) and Joe discussing innovations in PC cooling, including the Noctua edition of the WireView Pro 2 with enhanced cooling, Nvidia’s 12VHPWR GPU connector challenges, and adv… --- ## [12VHPWR Bomb Has Been Planted | Cooler Master Fix, HAF II 500, 220mm Fans, & New Hyper 212](https://www.starzen.space/t/12vhpwr-bomb-has-been-planted-cooler-master-fix-haf-ii-500-220mm-fans-new-hyper-212/37114)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2026, 2:13pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/12vhpwr-bomb-has-been-planted-cooler-master-fix-haf-ii-500-220mm-fans-new-hyper-212/37114 "2026-05-30T14:13:21Z")
The video highlights Cooler Master’s new Half II 500 case emphasizing high airflow with large 220mm and 180mm fans, alongside innovations in cooling technology such as advanced AIO radiators, updated Hyper … --- ## [COLLAPSE of Personal Computing | Investigation Into the Destruction of Ownership](https://www.starzen.space/t/collapse-of-personal-computing-investigation-into-the-destruction-of-ownership/37004)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2026, 8:19pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/collapse-of-personal-computing-investigation-into-the-destruction-of-ownership/37004 "2026-05-25T20:19:24Z")
The personal computing industry is experiencing a dramatic collapse due to soaring demand for AI data centers, supply shortages, and shifting consumer priorities away from traditional PCs, leading to steep … --- ## [DOA: Cyberpower Pre-Built Gaming PC Doesn't Even Turn On | Review, Thermals, & Benchmarks](https://www.starzen.space/t/doa-cyberpower-pre-built-gaming-pc-doesnt-even-turn-on-review-thermals-benchmarks/36919)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2026, 7:37pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/doa-cyberpower-pre-built-gaming-pc-doesnt-even-turn-on-review-thermals-benchmarks/36919 "2026-05-21T19:37:00Z")
The reviewed CyberPower pre-built gaming PC arrived with critical issues such as a non-functional SSD, improperly installed GPU, and poor thermal management, resulting in failure to power on and excessive n… --- ## [Will Nvidia Shield Return - And Will It Run PC Games on ARM x86 Emulation?](https://www.starzen.space/t/will-nvidia-shield-return-and-will-it-run-pc-games-on-arm-x86-emulation/36821)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2026, 5:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/will-nvidia-shield-return-and-will-it-run-pc-games-on-arm-x86-emulation/36821 "2026-05-18T17:21:24Z")
The future of Nvidia Shield as a TV-focused device running PC games on ARM via x86 emulation remains uncertain, with Nvidia currently prioritizing powerful SoCs for laptops and all-in-one PCs rather than sm… --- ## [Worst Thermals Yet: Tryx Flova F50 Case Review & Crossflow Fan Benchmarks](https://www.starzen.space/t/worst-thermals-yet-tryx-flova-f50-case-review-crossflow-fan-benchmarks/36490)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.starzen.space/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2026, 4:51pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/worst-thermals-yet-tryx-flova-f50-case-review-crossflow-fan-benchmarks/36490 "2026-05-06T16:51:35Z")
The Tryx Flova F50 PC case features a unique front-mounted cross flow fan and fabric front panel but suffers from poor thermal performance, restricted airflow, and lower build quality, making it one of the … --- ## [Why It's Time To Say Goodbye To The Ryzen 5 3600](https://www.starzen.space/t/why-its-time-to-say-goodbye-to-the-ryzen-5-3600/36486)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2026, 4:22pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/why-its-time-to-say-goodbye-to-the-ryzen-5-3600/36486 "2026-05-06T16:22:17Z")
The video discusses retiring the Ryzen 5 3600 as the mainstream CPU benchmark due to its aging architecture and the community’s shift towards newer Ryzen 5000 and 7000 series processors, recommending the Ry… --- ## [Intel Says Optimisation Can Boost CPU Perf By 30% - And We Believe Them](https://www.starzen.space/t/intel-says-optimisation-can-boost-cpu-perf-by-30-and-we-believe-them/36431)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 5:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/intel-says-optimisation-can-boost-cpu-perf-by-30-and-we-believe-them/36431 "2026-05-04T17:21:09Z")
Intel’s VP Robert Hallock claims that better CPU-level optimization could boost game performance by about 30%, a point supported by experts who note that current games often underutilize Intel’s architectur… --- ## [How Ryzen Saved AMD From Bankruptcy - 10 Years of Ryzen CPU History](https://www.starzen.space/t/how-ryzen-saved-amd-from-bankruptcy-10-years-of-ryzen-cpu-history/36284)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2026, 11:24am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/how-ryzen-saved-amd-from-bankruptcy-10-years-of-ryzen-cpu-history/36284 "2026-04-28T11:24:40Z")
The video chronicles AMD’s transformation from near bankruptcy to industry leadership through the Ryzen series, highlighting key architectural advancements from Zen to Zen 5 and innovations like 3D V-Cache … --- ## [The CPU apocalypse is coming next](https://www.starzen.space/t/the-cpu-apocalypse-is-coming-next/36278)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2026, 6:49am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/the-cpu-apocalypse-is-coming-next/36278 "2026-04-28T06:49:03Z")
The video explains that the rise of AI agents requiring sequential, CPU-intensive processing is driving unprecedented demand for server CPUs, causing shortages and price surges similar to the recent RAM cri… [Next page](https://www.starzen.space/tag/cpu/128.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=cpu)