I currently have a 2.1 GHz dual core AMD processor. When looking at a quad core, for around triple the price, I see that they are running around 2.3 GHz. What other spec comes into play in determining a faster CPU? Because I dont see .2 GHz as enough of a reason to spend that kind of money.
Dual Core vs. Quad Core??
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The Phenoms right now are not worth upgrading to if you already have a dual core. Wait till the B3 stepping hits the stores. There releasing a X4 9850 black with unlocked multiplier and B3 stepping. Should be alot better than whats on the market with the B2 stepping.
I agree with the above poster. The B2 stepping has been plagued with bugs. Think real hard before buying a black edition though. You pay quite a bit more for the unlocked multiplier. The current black editions of the X2 have very little overclocking potential, making the unlocked multiplier somewhat moot. The new stepping may change this.
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B2/b3 refers to an internal revision system, of sorts. A chip will start on say a B0 state. As little changes are made to the chip, over time, the numeral value changes, B1-B2 etc. If a larger change is made the letter will change, C0-D0. These changes can be both helpful or negative to the values of the certain chip, OCing, heat, etc
I agree with the rest, and add if you are considering buying a faster dual-core, instead of overclocking your current, you may not be of the sort to realize a BE's potential. I'd personal keep your current unless you readily need to upgrade, for performance reasons.
I agree with the rest, and add if you are considering buying a faster dual-core, instead of overclocking your current, you may not be of the sort to realize a BE's potential. I'd personal keep your current unless you readily need to upgrade, for performance reasons.