I'm trying to decide between the i9 13th generation and the i7 14th generation for rendering in After Effects. I've heard that having more cores can lead to faster rendering times, but I'm curious if After Effects will actually utilize all those cores. I'm upgrading from an i5 12600k and really want to ensure I'm making the best choice for speed, especially since I'm planning to pair it with a RTX 5070 Ti for GPU acceleration.
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Some people suggest getting a 12900k instead, as it might offer better value without the quirks of the newer generations. The 13th and 14th gens had some issues reported, but I think Intel may have addressed them. If you're after speedy rendering, consider the 12900k as an option too!
I'd recommend considering the i9 13900 since it's slightly faster in rendering tasks compared to the i7 14700. If you're aiming for the fastest performance, especially with a powerful GPU like the 5070 Ti, the i9 will give you an edge. Just keep in mind that After Effects may not always use all available cores fully, but it's a solid choice for rendering.
Yeah, I hear you! It's just a few bucks more for the 13900, but if you're looking for top performance, it could be worth it.
For real, I get needing the fastest option, especially with a new GPU! Just make sure to check if those problems are totally fixed before diving in.