G965 vs 975X memory bandwidth question

wrekd

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Intel's Chipset datasheets list the following:

Intel 975X memory bandwidth 10.7GB/s
http://www.intel.com/products/chipsets/975x/prodbrief.pdf

Intel G965 memory bandwidth 12.8GB/s
http://www.intel.com/products/chipsets/g965/prod_brief.pdf

If I do NOT plan on running multiple GPUs - Does the memory bandwidth of the G965 (and the price) insure a superior performing system as opposed to a 975X with a single GPU and 800Mhz (PC-6400) memory?

I was kinda shocked when I reviewed the chipset datasheets and noticed the throughput difference. Can anyone verify these as correct and confirm or dispute my reasoning? Thanks
 

IcY18

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That benchmark means nothing at all...the performance would be equal...

and its the P965 that your looking for, not the G965 which is the chipset with onboard video
 

wrekd

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The main reason I was considering the G965 over the P965 is the G version is listed as having Clear Video Technology and supports HDMI interfaces.

I do not have any info on whether either of these technologies will improve media capabilities or if it is just hype, but HDMI support is something I am interested in.
 

Gam3Ra

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965P have too an onboard videochip, but its disabled.
965G i the same, but aways is more good to have an additional videocard (for sure).