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t33lo   06-22-2009 at 07:21:57 PM

I have been reading that a lot of applications today do not take full advantage of thread optimization and therefore, it is not really that beneficial to go with a quad core vs. a dual core also with the dual core running at a higher frequency (3.0GHz vs. 2.4GHz).

I mainly use my computer for some gaming and programs such as photoshop or themebuilding programs along with simulators. Nothing too intensive and definitely no video editing. I don't really see these patterns changing either.

My old system just crapped out and I need a new one so I was wondering, quad core or dual core? Also, which I am sure is another discussion all to itself, AMD or Intel? I currently have an AMD and was pleased with its performance, but it looks like Intel is taking things over with its better architecture at 45nm. If anyone could shed some light onto the above topics, I would greatly appreciate it. I don't want to spend over $300 on the processor either. Thank you!

AMD 3700+ San Diego 2.2GHz
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Crucial Ballistix 2x512 2-2-2-6
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Seagate 320GB
OCZ Powerstream 600W PSU


Message edited by t33lo on 06-22-2009 at 07:22:48 PM
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strangestranger   06-22-2009 at 07:32:47 PM
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*waits to see who will bring up LMGTFY*

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t33lo   06-22-2009 at 07:38:01 PM
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i know i know, but i like to hear other peoples opinions since this isn't a clear cut answer.

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BoBzzz   06-22-2009 at 07:39:48 PM
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What kind of total budget are you looking at?

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t33lo   06-22-2009 at 07:51:38 PM
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i know i know, but i like to hear other peoples opinions since this isn't a clear cut answer.

No more than $200 on mobo, $300 on cpu, $200 on ram, and will be getting gtx 260.

------------------------------ Intel i7 920 D0 Rev. @ 4.0GHz|Gigabyte UD4P|EVGA GTX 275 FTW|OCZ Platinum 3x2GB @ 7-7-7-24|WD Caviar Black 640GB|Seagate 320GB|Antec 1200|Zalman CNPS9900LED|Corsair HX-620W Modular PSU
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Bluescreendeath   06-22-2009 at 07:56:49 PM
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You have more than enough for an i7 build

Asus P6T = $200
i7 920 = $279
6GB DDR3 = $100

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mi1ez   06-22-2009 at 07:57:33 PM
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That's the budget for an i7 if ever I saw one! (assuming US$)

i7 920
Asus P6T (possibly the deluxe?)
I believe almost any 6GB DDR3 RAM kit will be under $200. Look for name brands.

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mi1ez   06-22-2009 at 07:58:11 PM
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Dammit! BSD was a touch quicker!

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t33lo   06-23-2009 at 02:36:29 AM
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thx guys, should i go for pc12800, 15000 or 16000? The corsair dominators pc 12800 got really good reviews and are decently priced. Whats the big difference?


Message edited by t33lo on 06-23-2009 at 02:36:58 AM
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Shadow703793   06-23-2009 at 03:31:11 AM
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^You don't really need more than DDR3 1333 unless OCing to the max.

 
mi1ez wrote :

Dammit! BSD was a touch quicker!


Correction, should be BSOD (Blue Screen of Death). BSD is Linux related :P.

 


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Anyways, OP, go with an i7. It's more futureproof and given your budget an that LGA775 is EOL you should be fine. Also remember, if you use things like CS4, CAD software, gaming,etc you probably should go with an i7. With these cr@ppy console to PC ports of games (GTAIV any one?) a fast/stronger CPU is beneficial.

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Bluescreendeath   06-23-2009 at 04:53:43 AM
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mi1ez wrote :

Dammit! BSD was a touch quicker!


:D

Shadow703793 wrote :

^You don't really need more than DDR3 1333 unless OCing to the max.

Correction, should be BSOD (Blue Screen of Death). BSD is Linux related :P.



lol, thxs for the clarafication.


I got my OCZ 6GB of DDR3 1333Mhz from Amazon.com for $65!!! woot

http://www.amazon.com/OCZ-OCZ3G133 [...] 604&sr=8-2

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Shadow703793   06-23-2009 at 03:58:32 PM
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^Nice find. That is a very good deal.

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