| New Computer [message #276279] |
Tue, 31 July 2007 00:32  |
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DarkDemin
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Ok as I have mentioned in another thread I am building a new computer. Certain things have already been decided such as the memory, mobo, video card, power supply, and case.
I need the people with half a fucking brain to help me decide whether I should get a Core 2 Duo E6850 or a Q6600 Quad.
This system is being built for the Crysis Engine.
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| Re: New Computer [message #276281 is a reply to message #276279] |
Tue, 31 July 2007 00:35  |
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Well, if you're planning to do several processor-intensive programs at one time often, you'll want to opt for the quad. If not, dual-core will be fine (it's also faster in this case).
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| Re: New Computer [message #276283 is a reply to message #276279] |
Tue, 31 July 2007 00:42 |
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Quad cores = servers (or maybe GFX processing, though a dual should be ok there already).
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| Re: New Computer [message #276327 is a reply to message #276279] |
Tue, 31 July 2007 10:15 |
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I just bought a quad. For the minor price difference it doesn't pay to get the duo.
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| Re: New Computer [message #276429 is a reply to message #276279] |
Tue, 31 July 2007 21:23 |
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Just get the E6600 and overclock it, I wouldn't bother with the updated series nor paying that much more for performance I can get with a simple clock change (the higher FSB will give you a boost... of 1% (benchmarked, lulz) - it's simply not worth it).
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| Re: New Computer [message #276512 is a reply to message #276499] |
Wed, 01 August 2007 07:20 |
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| trooprm02 wrote on Wed, 01 August 2007 08:54 |
Niether. AMD has already outshot the core 2 duo cpu's with semi-old models. I recently built myself a new comp too, and its not worth the $$ to get a shitty cpu. Mine is the AMD Athlon 64 4000+ @ 2.5Ghz, out benchmarks most dual core cpu's, so got new mobo and took it.
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lol? AMD has the worst CPU crashes AND they have low L2 Cache. Core 2 Duo has 2MB-4MB AMD has 1MB-2MB
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| Re: New Computer [message #276520 is a reply to message #276512] |
Wed, 01 August 2007 08:55 |
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| sadukar09 wrote on Wed, 01 August 2007 10:20 |
lol? AMD has the worst CPU crashes AND they have low L2 Cache. Core 2 Duo has 2MB-4MB AMD has 1MB-2MB
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There's more to it than that. While I agree that the Core 2 CPUs are better than AMDs current offerings, especially if you're overclocking, it's not an apples to apples comparison. They're two different CPUs, two different cores, so you can't say it's better becuase it has more L2 cache. Look at the P4. The Prescott had 1MB cache vs the Northwood with 512k. The Northwood was slightly better. Remember when everyone thought the P4 was better than the Athlon line becuase it had a greater frequency? It's the same thing. There's so much more at work. The Core 2 is simply a better architecture. That's the real reason it's better. Comparing L2 cache and frequency ONLY works COMPLETELY if you compare it amongst CPUs of the same line.
If you're goin new, Intel is the way to go. If you already have an AM2 board and don't have the money to spend or care about overclocking, AMD is still a good choice. The 6000+ equals a E6600 (though the E6600 can be overclocked FAR better). They're going to roll out a 6400+ soon too, but that's only a 6000+ with an extra 200MHz. The Athlon line is at it's end, and AMD needs to come up with something new, but AMD still has it's place. It might not be first place, but overclockers and people with alot of money to spend on computers (i.e., enthusiasts) aren't the majority.
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| Re: New Computer [message #276531 is a reply to message #276279] |
Wed, 01 August 2007 10:37 |
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amd has the x2s which are the dual core... and there are 6000x2 which are awesome, i however am still enjoying my almost 2 yearold 4000, which is at 2.4ghz with not overclocking. which reminds me i prob will be buying more ram soon and overclocking it aswell. troop what kind of hardware do you have? since when we were playing yesterday you clearly had a hardware advantage over me... you moved out and back behind the wall b4 i could even see you let alone shoot. and we are both in canada so im just wondering...
i got 2x512mb ram in dual channel mode, athlon 4000 2.4mghz, ati 800xt and sata hd if that makes any diff
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| Re: New Computer [message #276557 is a reply to message #276279] |
Wed, 01 August 2007 12:52 |
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| DarkDemin wrote on Tue, 31 July 2007 02:32 |
Ok as I have mentioned in another thread I am building a new computer. Certain things have already been decided such as the memory, mobo, video card, power supply, and case.
I need the people with half a fucking brain to help me decide whether I should get a Core 2 Duo E6850 or a Q6600 Quad.
This system is being built for the Crysis Engine.
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NOOOO! Wait and get a AMD Barcelona! They are gonna KICK ASS!
Also, 8800.
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| Memphis wrote on Tue, 15 May 2007 03:54 |
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I don't know if you meant to do that, but triple redundancy for teh win. I LOL'ed.
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| Re: New Computer [message #276561 is a reply to message #276279] |
Wed, 01 August 2007 12:58 |
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I was a die hard AMD fan and a die hard ATI fan for many years. Every computer I have owned has had those two components in it. However this one I just bought has neither. The simple fact is AMD can not compete with intel and will always be a step behind and a dollar more. I need the most bang for my buck I can get. Intel provides that. Plain and simple.
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| Re: New Computer [message #276566 is a reply to message #276279] |
Wed, 01 August 2007 13:12 |
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Opterons a Quad Core processor (though formerly dual core) for servers/workstations
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| Re: New Computer [message #276568 is a reply to message #276279] |
Wed, 01 August 2007 13:22 |
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I am NOT going to stop posting that I have a 8800 because soon it is going to be out of date when the 9800 comes out. *cries*
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| Crimson wrote on Thu, 17 May 2007 05:22 |
| Memphis wrote on Tue, 15 May 2007 03:54 |
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I don't know if you meant to do that, but triple redundancy for teh win. I LOL'ed.
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