Can I limit my PHN16-72 to 16 threads Instead of 32 for better game performance?

JesusGod_Pope666

Well… There is an option in the BIOS that can make that 16, and will help you to boost the CPU's in MHZ which might be helpful on some levels.
Personally I prefer the lower set of Threads, and some games might benefit from the lower CPU's being able to then run faster each one of them.

Like 16 Threads are still a huge amount - although I have not done benchmark on the laptop on 16 compared to 32, but should not really be much of a difference, but you do get a better overlook, like 32 threads is just overwhelming….. even 16 seems a lot but absolutely easier to have an overlook of things.

So, just a hint, although can't recall the name of the setting on the top of my head.

Like if you have an application that does not do good with multiple Threads, this should help it out running somewhat faster. But test and try i guess.

Puraw

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/725860/phn16-72-like-32-threads-make-it-16-threads

Hi, reducing thread count could negatively impact multi-threaded workloads, such as rendering, video editing, or complex simulations. It may also affect overall system efficiency. If your primary use case involves gaming or single-threaded applications, testing the 16-thread mode might be worthwhile. However, for multi-threaded tasks, keeping 32 threads is generally the better choice.

JesusGod_Pope666

Yea, I don't think one will get much more with the 32 Threads, I recall I did this on my old gamer laptop as well and I think I did a good amount of testing on that. Although I don't remember much - but overall, I think it will be the same here. Like I already have an app that can only do a specific amount of Threads when running, and then rather have them run faster then slower.

Axxo

Yes, you can limit the number of threads used by your PHN16-72 for potential performance gains in some games. While more threads can be beneficial for certain workloads, some games might perform better with a reduced thread count due to how they handle thread management or how the CPU's power management features interact with thread count.

Explanation: Core Parking:-
When a CPU has many active threads, the system might park some cores to save power or run the remaining cores at a higher frequency. However, if threads are constantly being created and destroyed, the core parking algorithms might not be able to react quickly enough, leading to performance issues.
Thread Management:
Some games might not be optimized to utilize a large number of threads efficiently. Reducing the number of threads can sometimes lead to better performance in such cases, especially if the game is sensitive to thread management overhead.
Power Efficiency:
Fewer threads can also lead to lower power consumption, which can be advantageous for laptops, potentially improving battery life or allowing for higher boost clocks on remaining cores.

How to Limit Threads:-
Operating System Settings:
Some operating systems offer options to limit the number of logical processors available to applications. This setting would be system-wide and affect all programs.
Game-Specific Settings:
Some games offer in-game settings to limit the number of threads used by the game.
Third-Party Tools: There are third-party tools available that can manage CPU thread usage, allowing you to restrict the number of threads used by specific applications.

Important Considerations:
Experimentation:
It's recommended to experiment with different thread limits to find the optimal setting for your specific game and system configuration. Not all games will benefit from thread limiting, and some might perform worse.
Game Optimization: Games that are well-optimized for multi-threading will likely not benefit from thread limiting and may even perform worse.
CPU Architecture: The optimal thread count can also depend on the specific CPU architecture. Some CPUs might handle more threads efficiently than others.

In summary, while limiting threads can be beneficial for some games, it's not a universal solution and requires experimentation to find the optimal setting for your specific setup.
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