I'm looking to buy a new processor

[jadlc]

I'm trying to buy a new mobo and dual core cpu
should go with amd or intel? and why?

 

[Shadowhunter]

If you have the money, Intel's Core 2 Duo is a no brainer. Why? Because it's the fastest CPU out there at the moment of course.

 

[diduknowthat]

Intel, because currently the C2D is dominating. What's your budget?

 

[jadlc]

just trying to keep it to 300 and under for the combo

 

[Froboy7391_99]

E6300(183$) and a Gigabyte 965P DS3(122$)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16813128012
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16819115005

 

[jadlc]

is there a really big noticable speed difference between the two?
AMD
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16819103046
Intel
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16819115013

 

[Shadowhunter]

Yes.

 

[ETSA]

Very large difference. C2D's are hands down and without a doubt, better.

 

[ceewi1]

The Core 2 Duo is faster.

If you want to stay below $300, I'd go with the E6300 previously recommended and the Gigabyte 965P-S3. It's very similar to the DS3, but without the solid state caps. A superb board at a great price.

 

[daisymtc]

what is your current spec.?
We need to see if your RAM and PSU OK for such upgrade...