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The horrible power consumption is almost making me want to get the 4 or 6 core version instead so that I can reliably hit 5GHz.
 
Bit-Tech.net (very reputable)
http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/cpus/2011/10/12/amd-fx-8150-review/1

"Whether or not we’re correct about Bulldozer really being a server and workstation CPU, it’s terribly unsuited to the kinds of software we’re currently using on consumer PCs. This software is still heavily reliant on single-thread performance, and the FX-8150 just doesn’t have that. As such it’s woefully slow in a range of everyday applications."

59% out of 100%.

^ In image editing and handbrake encoding, the FX-8150 @ 4.8ghz cannot beat a stock 2500k.
 
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drizek said:
The horrible power consumption is almost making me want to get the 4 or 6 core version instead so that I can reliably hit 5GHz.
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it literally uses over twice as much power as the 2500k. and before someone argues look closely to see that total system power goes up by about 85 watts which is more than a 2500k chip by itself even consumes.
 
NostaSeronx said:
Where is damage control lol
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Yeah where is that one dude who was telling me that he expected the BD to be 20% faster in gaming than 2500k? Ah well, maybe next time.

Honestly this kind of sucks for all of us.

At least if BD was available in a cheapish model and could OC to stock 2500k levels of performance for a reasonable price, that'd be great. Unfortunately, the power draw/heat makes that probably a bit unattractive.
 
it is slower clock for clock than Phenom 2 in single threads. how do you make a new architecture with less IPC???
 
RussianSensation said:
Bit-Tech.net (very reputable)
http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/cpus/2011/10/12/amd-fx-8150-review/1

"Whether or not we’re correct about Bulldozer really being a server and workstation CPU, it’s terribly unsuited to the kinds of software we’re currently using on consumer PCs. This software is still heavily reliant on single-thread performance, and the FX-8150 just doesn’t have that. As such it’s woefully slow in a range of everyday applications."
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It's the RAMBUS of CPUs? 😉
 
RussianSensation said:
Bit-Tech.net (very reputable)
http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/cpus/2011/10/12/amd-fx-8150-review/1

"Whether or not we’re correct about Bulldozer really being a server and workstation CPU, it’s terribly unsuited to the kinds of software we’re currently using on consumer PCs. This software is still heavily reliant on single-thread performance, and the FX-8150 just doesn’t have that. As such it’s woefully slow in a range of everyday applications."

59% out of 100%.

^ In image editing and handbrake encoding, the FX-8150 @ 4.8ghz cannot beat a stock 2500k.
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This looks bad. I guess my next pc will be an i7
 
so according to guru3d article,

fx 8150 gets 7030 points in 3dmark06 cpu at 4.6

for reference my 2500k get 8200 points clocked at 4.6
 
toyota said:
it literally uses over twice as much power as the 2500k. and before someone argues look closely to see that total system power goes up by about 85 watts which is more than a 2500k chip by itself even consumes.
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GTX480 vs. HD5870 power consumption difference is a joke compared to this!! Anyone who plans to overclock this to 4.8ghz+ better come prepared with nothing less than an NH-D14, Thermalright Silver Arrow, Archon, Megahalems, Corsair H100, and a top-of-the-line 650W power supply etc.

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Now where is that disclaimer for a minimum 480W power supply for a GeForce 6800 Ultra.....
 
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