Every other component will be identical - just CPU+Mobo differ. So SSD vs HDDs are a distraction from the objective of qualitatively understanding virtualization boosts that would justify the $ premium (and also learn in the process!)
Since people asked, the base build is as follows (all NewEgg'd).
- $320 32 GB RAM
- $140 250 GB SSD (we have an existing SSD GbE SAN)
- $60 600 W PSU
- $50 Case
- $35 Heatsink + Fan
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- $605 (+ $100 or so in taxes + shipping)
The CPU+Mobo 'options' are spec'd as:
- AMD 8350 + Asus M5A97 = $260
- Intel i7-4790 + MSI Z87-G45=$420 (+20% total system cost)
- Intel i7-5820K + Asrock X99 Extreme3=$600 (+40% total system cost)
Regarding power consumption, TDP's the cooling demands, which while closely related to average electrical consumption, is not exactly the same. I've used average power consumptions (off Tom's h/w and CPUBoss). I've used the current electrical rates in California ($0.36/KWh).
- Processor : Avg Power consumption : $/year
- AMD 8350 : 130W : $420
- Intel i7-4790 : 68 : $220
- Intel i7-5820K : 105 : $340
I have everything I need on the pricing side ... but close to ZERO on the actual performance of the systems when it comes to virtualization.
I can't be the only one interested in virtualization performance on a budget - can I? Because all I see if speculative results based on what 'ought to be' and not 'what it is'.
Help is very much appreciated!
EDIT: Just saw ShintaiDK's post right above this. Will look into it ...