Best processor for sli

[casach06]

I have two 7800gtx's in my computer with an AMD San Diego 4000+ processor. I am an avid AMD fan no matter what intel throws at AMD. But my question is what socket 939 processor would be best for an SLI computer?

And for those who dont care which manufacturer their processor is from... overall what is the best processor for sli?

 

[casach06]

A dual core wouldnt assist in the massive load that sli requires? I knew my 4000+ is a great processor but I have some extra money and with AMD's prices so low I was thinking about the X2 4800+. Would I get a performance boost in the new graphics demanding games by buying that processor over the one I have now?

 

[casach06]

Well thanks for the info. Guess conroe's taken the market, those intel genuis pieces of crap.

 

[uber_g]

Well thanks for the info. Guess conroe's taken the market, those intel genuis pieces of crap.

Better then AMD right now

 

[sailer]

Depending on the rest of your computer, you might get anything from no benefit to a noticable benifit. If want a large increase, in performance, you would need to step up to one a FX cpu.

For myself, stepping up from a 4000+ to a 4800+ would make sense, because I use my computer for a lot more than games. I run a lot of business oriented programs. I have a 4400+ now, so such a step to a 4800+ probably wouldn't make much noticeable difference, though I have considered it now that prices have fallen so much.

 

[49ers540]

Well thanks for the info. Guess conroe's taken the market, those intel genuis pieces of crap.

Join the party. E6600 is awesome. U will poop your pants once you see the benchies for yourself.

 

[casach06]

Depending on the rest of your computer, you might get anything from no benefit to a noticable benifit. If want a large increase, in performance, you would need to step up to one a FX cpu.

For myself, stepping up from a 4000+ to a 4800+ would make sense, because I use my computer for a lot more than games. I run a lot of business oriented programs. I have a 4400+ now, so such a step to a 4800+ probably wouldn't make much noticeable difference, though I have considered it now that prices have fallen so much.

Thanks thats exactly what I needed. Sounds like the 4800+ isnt for me. Thanks again all.

 

[ivanski]

Hey brother..( since I have the same proc.)

Your question is what 939 proc. works best with SLI right?
Well the fact that you have SLI means your gaming is important to you.
So in that case the only answer is FX-57,anything better will take you into Intel land and not 939 like you want.



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Zalman CNPS9500 CPU Cooler
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WD 250 HD
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[col-p-todd]

A FX55 would give you a peformance boost over the cpu that you have now. it goes for about $360 at Newegg. But personaly now I would only get a dual core for the multitasking and since most new games will benefit for having a dual core.


http://www23.tomshardware.com/cpu.html

 

[Heyyou27]

I think the best CPU for SLI and Crossfire would have to be the X6800.

 

[col-p-todd]

Just save your money for the quad core's, you'd be wasting your money. (unless you want to start doing multitasking)

 

[ElMoIsEviL]

I have two 7800gtx's in my computer with an AMD San Diego 4000+ processor. I am an avid AMD fan no matter what intel throws at AMD. But my question is what socket 939 processor would be best for an SLI computer?

And for those who dont care which manufacturer their processor is from... overall what is the best processor for sli?

I'm unsure why you started this thread when you're oviously and AMD fan who already owns a complete system and is only looking for an upgrade.

To answer your question, Core 2 Duo is MUCH better for SLI/Crossfire. Simply because it's a faster processor and SLI/Crossfire rigs need a faster processor to work optimally.

But in your case I would recommend an AMD Athlon64 X2 4400+ or 4200+. Simply because if you're looking for a processor that can offer great performance at a good price on the 939 platform.. those are the ones. They can overclock easilly to 2.6Ghz thus offering higher/superb performance.

 

[knupxfon]

I would have said AMD a few weeks ago. Now that conroe is out, I'm gonna have to say Intel.