AMD 64X2 Dual Core 5000+ or Intel Core 2 Duo E4400?? --and why.

jaes · 10-15-2007, 01:50 PM

The title question says it all. I don't know that much about computers. I am thinking of buying a Dell Inspiron 530 or 531 (the difference is in the CPU? ---and a few $). "People" say the Athion chip is as good as the Intel chip---Intel just spends more on advertising--- and that's why the Intel chip costs more. Please advise. ---Please keep any discussion simple and easy to understand--- Again, I know little about computers---and less about their components. Any help would be appreciated. Jaes.

taylormsj · 10-15-2007, 01:52 PM

the intel one for shure

maroon1 · 10-15-2007, 03:32 PM

E4400 performs as good as 4800+ brisbane, so this means that it is very close to 5000+ performance
http://www.xbitlabs.com/articles/cpu...0_7.html#sect0

And E4400 has better overclocking potential as well

Motoxrdude · 10-15-2007, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by maroon1

E4400 performs as good as 4800+ brisbane, so this means that is very close to 5000+ performance
http://www.xbitlabs.com/articles/cpu...0_7.html#sect0

And E4400 has better overclocking potential as well

It's from dell, you cant overclock it.

The x2 5000+ is a faster cpu, i would buy that if i was you.

Willis240 · 10-17-2007, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Motoxrdude

It's from dell, you cant overclock it.

The x2 5000+ is a faster cpu, i would buy that if i was you.

yeah. i would choose the x2 5000+. apparently AMD is better for gaming, and Intel is better for a basic workstation. i don't know which you're planning to use the computer for, but i hope this helps you make your decision.

ThatGuy16 · 10-17-2007, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Willis240

yeah. i would choose the x2 5000+. apparently AMD is better for gaming, and Intel is better for a basic workstation. i don't know which you're planning to use the computer for, but i hope this helps you make your decision.

Your going to get flamed

Best "bang for the buck" get the 5000+

StrangleHold · 10-17-2007, 11:49 PM

Since its a Dell your not going to do much overclocking, go for the X2 5000.

daisymtc · 10-19-2007, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Willis240

yeah. i would choose the x2 5000+. apparently AMD is better for gaming, and Intel is better for a basic workstation. i don't know which you're planning to use the computer for, but i hope this helps you make your decision.

ADM better for gamming

I don't thnk so...
Anyway, if not OCing, both E4400 or AMD x2 5000+ don't have huge different. Just get which ever cheaper

jaes · 10-19-2007, 04:00 PM

I very much appreciate everyone's help ---With your input, I've decided to go with the AMD Dual Core 5000+. ---Again, thanks. ---Jaes.

zer0_c00l · 10-25-2007, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by jaes

I very much appreciate everyone's help ---With your input, I've decided to go with the AMD Dual Core 5000+. ---Again, thanks. ---Jaes.

The age old question...AMD OR Intel thats a hot topic around here ic.. really up to you man..Amd is Cheaper.but Inel has its good points also ive used both and if your a basic user like most people go with the cheaper Amd and get the best bang for your buck...i bought my 5600+ for 118.00 oem and very happy!

10-15-2007, 01:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
jaes New Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 8	AMD 64X2 Dual Core 5000+ or Intel Core 2 Duo E4400?? --and why. The title question says it all. I don't know that much about computers. I am thinking of buying a Dell Inspiron 530 or 531 (the difference is in the CPU? ---and a few $). "People" say the Athion chip is as good as the Intel chip---Intel just spends more on advertising--- and that's why the Intel chip costs more. Please advise. ---Please keep any discussion simple and easy to understand--- Again, I know little about computers---and less about their components. Any help would be appreciated. Jaes.

10-15-2007, 01:52 PM	#2 (permalink)
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maroon1 Diamond Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Somewhere in Hell !!! Posts: 2,655	E4400 performs as good as 4800+ brisbane, so this means that it is very close to 5000+ performance http://www.xbitlabs.com/articles/cpu...0_7.html#sect0 And E4400 has better overclocking potential as well __________________ Free softwares: Avast! antivirus - FireFox - FDM - OpenOffice - CCleaner Last edited by maroon1; 10-15-2007 at 11:16 PM.

10-17-2007, 11:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
StrangleHold Diamond Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: And you think your safe! Posts: 8,580	Since its a Dell your not going to do much overclocking, go for the X2 5000. __________________ NZXT Apollo Phenom 8750BE 3.1ghz. Gigabyte GA MA770 DS3 G Skill DDR2 1066 4gb. PNY 8800GT/VD964 W/D RE2 Sata 3.0 500gb.

10-19-2007, 04:00 PM	#9 (permalink)
jaes New Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 8	Thanks to everyone. I very much appreciate everyone's help ---With your input, I've decided to go with the AMD Dual Core 5000+. ---Again, thanks. ---Jaes.

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