PART 2 - Core i5 3570k vs FX-8350 Gaming WITH AA Linus Tech Tips

Part two of Linus Tech Tips’ CPU showdown focuses on a head-to-head between the Intel Core i5-3570K and the AMD FX-8350, both tested with strong anti-aliasing and high detail to simulate GPU-bound gaming scenarios. The host explains that the test platform uses two nearly identical rigs, with the FX-8350 overclocked to 4.6 GHz and the i5-3570K overclocked to 4.4 GHz, aiming for realistic overclock targets that most enthusiasts can reach using published guides. A GTX 660 Ti sits in the standard bench role while the CPUs are pushed in GPU-bound situations to reveal how much processing power each platform contributes under heavy loads. The testing slate includes Metro 2033, Dirt 3, Skyrim with mods, Battlefield 3, Crisis 3 and 2, and Far Cry 3, with MSAA 4x and four times AA in certain titles to emphasize anti-aliasing impact on frame rates. Across titles, the i5-3570K tends to lead in several single-threaded or lightly threaded scenarios, while the FX-8350 shows advantages in some multi-threaded games, particularly where higher parallelization or higher clock speeds play a role. The video concludes by interpreting the results for potential buyers: if you value single-threaded performance and cooler, potentially cheaper operation, the 3570K is favored; if you prioritize multi-threaded performance and raw core horsepower for heavily threaded tasks, the FX-8350 can be a compelling choice, with the final recommendation urging buyers to consider personal use cases and budget rather than chasing a universal winner.

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