Core 2 Duo E6400 or E6600?

[martyvice]

Is the extra $100 worth getting the E6600 vs the E6400?
I am planing to get the E6400 but don't know if the performance boost in the E6600 is worth the extra $100 (give and take).



On a side note, How can you tell what temp your computer is running at, do you have to download a program that tells you??

 

[Geoff]

Personally I think it is worth it, since it has 4MB of L2 cache, and is clocked significantly higher. But if spending that extra $100 means sacrificing the video card, or other components, then I wouldn't do it.

 

[ETSA]

I got the e6400 to save money and I am not disappointed with my decision, however, if you have the money, spend away...

 

[palmmann]

speedfan, a free program will tell you temps, now way without A program

 

[Geoff]

speedfan, a free program will tell you temps, now way without A program

What about the BIOS?

 

[palmmann]

What about the BIOS?

let me rephrase:
now way without A program while running windows

 

[holyjunk]

If you are really into overclocking check this out. I personally would go with the E6400 and save the money for something more useful. Like a new Directx 10 when they come out.
http://www.tomshardware.com/2006/10/10/cheap_thrills/

 

[ETSA]

Good site, really shows that OCing is an effective way to save money and get outstanding performance.