Quick Question

[b182tm]

I have a quick question.
Are these the same processors? One says 540J and the other just says 540.

NewEgg

TigerDirect

Thanks,
Derek

 

[nexgentec.com]

Not the same

The J has built in Virus Protection its called Execute Disable Bit Protection check it out here...

http://www.intel.com/business/bss/infrastructure/security/xdbit.htm

 

[dragon2309]

Couldnt have put it better myself, thanks nextgen

 

[b182tm]

So it's better to get the J? Why is it less expensive?
Thanks,
Derek

 

[Cromewell]

Probably because you are comparing 2 different store's prices

 

[b182tm]

So is NewEgg always cheaper than TigerDirect?
Thanks, Derek

 

[Cromewell]

I wouldn't say they are always cheaper than tiger, I don't buy from either so I don't know but I'd imagine that sometimes newegg will be cheaper and sometimes tigerdirect will be

 

[b182tm]

Cool, thanks.
Just to get this straight, J is better, right?
Derek

 

[Cromewell]

Yes, it's basically the same as the non-J but as some added features and a slightly improved process for a lower TDP

 

[b182tm]

Thanks a lot everyone.

Derek

 

[Charlie7940]

Tigerdirect and Newegg are usually about the same price, however tigerdirect uses a bunch of mail-in rebates to bring their prices down. That's why I like Newegg better...it's cheaper up front.

 

[dragon2309]

No probs