Updating from i7 2600k...advice needed

[danb4026]

Currently have an MSI P67-GD65 1155 MB with an i7 2600K processor. I want to upgrade my processor for faster rendering and would prefer to keep the motherboard and the rest of my configuration if possible. I have a GTX 580, 32gb ram, and a 64bit OS. Is there a processor that would give me significant improvements while keeping everything else?

 

If the allowable processor upgrade is not worth doing with my current config, I would consider swapping out my MB for an LGA 2011. If I do have to do that, will I have to change my memory, video card, power supply etc?

 

Thx

[gipper51]

You're at the end of the line, unfortunately. The only CPU you can upgrade to is the Ivy Bridge 3770K, which is 10-15% faster at best, and in most cases less. Not worth it in my opinion.

 

Right now the only meaningful upgrade is to go with a 6 core LGA 2011 setup. Your RAM and video card will transfer fine. You might need a new power supply unless you bought a big one...Sandy Bridge E draws a lot of power. Probably want 700+ watts for a 2011 system.

 

Consider overclocking also, SB-E will typically run just fine at 4.3-4.5ghz but you will need good cooling. I'd look at a water cooling setup for this, good ones can be had for about $100.

[Francisco Penaloza]

Yep you are pretty much at the top already, overclock is always a good option if you want more juice from your CPU but you'll need a better fan and see how far you MB will go. 4.5Ghz is a good speed for a 2600K.

If you need faster rendering time, I would recommend build or get an extra PC, if you use VRAY you can do distribute bucket rendering, works fine and You'll see a good improvement.

now if you want to grow in your workstation, you'll need to look in those dual Xeons PC's at my office we have dual 6 cores DELLs HT that is 24 cores in total, they work great but it is some serious investment.

[Jason Matthews]

I agree. Stick with the system you have and build a render node. I would suggest another 2500k or the third gen version.