I have narrowed it down to 4 processors.
-Intel Dual Core T4400 (2.2GHz/800MHz FSB/1MB cache)-included with package
-Intel Core 2Duo T6600 (2.20GHz/800Mhz FSB/2MB cache)-add $75.00
-Intel Core 2Duo P7450 (2.13GHz/1066Mhz FSB/3MB cache)-add $135.00
-Intel Core 2Duo P8700 (2.53GHz/1066Mhz FSB/3MB cache)-add $225.00
I would go with the Intel Core 2Duo T6600, as anything else would just be over kill for me. I do not use my computer for much other than school and work and this would give me the right balance for my needs. I would want to upgrade my processor just because of viewing large media files and some computer gaming, I like to give myself room to grow for future uses.
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The only apparent difference between teh T4400 and the T6600 though is the 1MB cache. Is that worth $75? Is it going to get you enough extra performance that you want?
ReplyDeleteAnd if you're spending an extra $75 - what about taking the next step to $135 FOR THE p7450? It has 3MB cache, but more importanly, the FSB is 1066 instead of 800.
Me? I think I'd either stay with what's included or get the P7450 if I could afford the $135 extra.