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Will using a Xeon processor with 4-way GPU be more effective as a workstation?

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April 11, 2014 1:14:40 PM

I'm currently into video and graphic design and looking to set up a multi-display, multi-gpu (4-way Crossfirex) system for some serious number-crunching: time to empty the wallet and upgrade! :na: 

I am currently set up with a Asus Z87-WS Motherboard, which has a lot of power with the Z87 chip. HOWEVER I am noticing that with my current, rather under-powered i5 it is not able to work fast enough to help the Z87 chip along. Would a 4-way graphics situation be better suited to a Xeon processor, or should I upgrade to a higher-end 4th generation i5 xxxx-k processor?

I have not been able to find many answers, but it does seem that the multi-threading applications and faster number-crunching from the Xeon would be better distributed and work well with the on-board processor chip, letting it do its job and run the GPUs. However Xeons are not well-adapted to high-graphics situations (which has been explained a lot on this forum) so I'm not certain I have the right idea.

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April 11, 2014 2:55:19 PM

At the same frequency there's no difference between a Xeon and an i7 (I presume you meant i7 because an i5 isn't appropriate). I would upgrade to an i7-4770K and overclock it if need be. At stock speed the E3-1285 V3 would be a bit faster, but it can't be overclocked.
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April 11, 2014 3:45:14 PM

A 1230v3 would perform similar to an i7 4770. It is nothing more than an i7 without IGP after all. Your chipset doesn't affect performance in any noticeable way. Z87 just provide overclocking ability and multi card capability. The chipset is nothing more than a controller for certain functions of the motherboard. Xeons are fine for multicard setups. I am not sure who put that idea in your head, but they are wrong.
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April 14, 2014 5:19:17 AM

The 100mhz or so difference between an i7 4770 and a 1230v3 would bring no noticeable differences in performance. Nor is 100mhz worth the $50 for going with a 4770. It isn't even really worth the $20+ difference by getting a 1240 v3.
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