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Re: Thoughts on Apple M chips?
Posted: Sat Nov 30, 2024 8:51 pm
by calxalot
Points with quick return bonus are also non-linear.
A rig 2x as fast can get (2 * sqrt(2)) as many points.
Re: Thoughts on Apple M chips?
Posted: Sat Nov 30, 2024 9:36 pm
by daiko
I used the real-time estimate on the monitoring webpage where it shows each machine's PPD to compare, not by the final points with bonus awarded. Does the software base its calculation using the anticipated bonuses, or just a raw estimate based on time per frame? The only negative I’ve noticed is that the Mini’s fan is audible with all cores engaged. The M1’s is practically silent.
Re: Thoughts on Apple M chips?
Posted: Sat Nov 30, 2024 10:27 pm
by calxalot
If you have a passkey set, the client will assume bonus in the estimate.
It doesn’t know your bonus qualification state.
Re: Thoughts on Apple M chips?
Posted: Sat Nov 30, 2024 10:28 pm
by calxalot
Do you have a decibel meter app on your phone? Also be nice to know temperature on top of case and in exhaust air.
Re: Thoughts on Apple M chips?
Posted: Sat Nov 30, 2024 10:52 pm
by daiko
I’m seeing a max ~60db at the back of the Mini, slightly less in front. I don’t have a temp sensor handy, but the case is comfortable to touch; my Mac Studio’s case and exhaust are noticeably warmer.
Re: Thoughts on Apple M chips?
Posted: Sat Nov 30, 2024 10:56 pm
by calxalot
60db at what distance?
Re: Thoughts on Apple M chips?
Posted: Sat Nov 30, 2024 11:10 pm
by daiko
Oh, sorry...Quite close—about an inch from the ports.