Just One Quick Question

No. Dual Core simply means there are two CPU cores, each running at the same speed, in this case, 3 Ghz. The speeds are not added together, so no 6 Ghz :(
 
Each core runs at 3.0GHz, however this doesn't mean that you have a combined CPU clock of 6.0HGz. Each core can perform a single task at full speed. This means that if you are running only 1 program or game, only one core will be working, so you won't have the 6.0GHz speed in this case, unless, the game or program supports dual core processors then it would use both.

Hope that helped!
 
so that means altogether the whole computer will be running at 6ghz


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No, the computer can only function at 3GHz total. Each core can max out at 3GHz, but they don't get added together. The core clock speed is 3GHz.
 
but say you had a game that needed a 4ghz processor speed and you had that processor on that link to ebuyer. would it be able to run it using both cores????
 
What game requires 4GHz processor speed!? That CPU will run Crysis which is the most demanding game out right now, so you'll be fine.
 
If you're asking this to make sure if you should buy it, then think no more! :D

Dual core CPU's are the best choice right now. Just buy it and your comp will run like a champ! ;)

But if you need a further explanation. It's like two separate CPU's. Imagine that your motherboard has two CPU's and you can only use each to do one task. In a way yes, you have the 6.0GHz because if you're burning a disc you use one core (3.0GHz) then if you start another demanding task, the other core will start going (which is total 6.0GHz). BUT, if you are only doing one thing, it will not perform using the whole 6.0GHz.

Hope I didn't confuse you. :)
 
It depends on what you're going to use your computer for. If you're an intense gamer, then the X2 4000+ is probably not the best choice but will work, that's for sure. Don't worry I have a X2 3800+ and works perfectly for me! :)
 
im not an intense gamer but i would like the option to go out and buy the latest games like crysis and unreal tournament 3. Will i have that option with this chip????

PS: One more thing, i know its a bit of a big thing to ask but can you give me a small list of some cool games that i could play with my whole computer specs. You should see my pc specs from my signature.
 
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Oh so you will be gaming sometimes. Then I highly suggest you replace your video card. The 8400GS will not let you play Crysis ir UT3 even on low settings, overall, that card is for video stuff and certainly not for gaming. I would recommend you get anyone of this depending on your budget:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814129101

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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102713

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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130318

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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121218

Any of these cards are easily more than 10 times better than the 8400GS. And your X2 4000+ is enough for now. Stick with it and try it with one of these cards then decide if you need to go faster but I say it's good for now.

Hope that helped!
 
just one more question and then ill leave you alone.

what is bad about my current graphics card?
why cant i run those sort of games?????
 
Don't worry, theres no bothering. :)

The 8400GS is bad for gaming because it falls into the entry level of the Nvidia 8 Series. In other words, it is the bottom line card for that series which goes 8400GS, 8500GT, 8600GT, 8600GTS, 8800GT, 8800GTS (G80), 8800GTS (G92), 8800GTX and finally 8800Ultra. (ones in bold are the best bangs for the buck)

Here's page that compares the 8400GS with the first card I recommended on my last post, the HD3850. Just look at the difference on those little numbers and you'll see why ;)

http://www.gpureview.com/show_cards.php?card1=529&card2=546
 
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