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  • 05-30-2008 12:09 PM

    • umex
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    Need help choosing processor!

    I want to get a custom PC built, but need help choosing the processor. I was looking at quad core processors, shall I go for the Q6700 @ 2.66GHz or Q9450 @ 2.66Ghz which is a bit more, but with a higher FSB and cache. Or is there more better recommendation. I will be using the PC for mostly playing games minor work use. Any help appreciated.

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  • 05-30-2008 2:29 PM In reply to

    Re: Need help choosing processor!

    How much more are you talking about?  It's little better performing, but I wouldn't pay too much more for it.  I'd say stick with the Q6700 unless it is only a few bucks more for the Q9450.  But do give specific prices if possible, please.

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  • 05-30-2008 2:43 PM In reply to

    • SqUiD267
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    Re: Need help choosing processor!

     About $100 more. Deff not worth ti stick wiht Q6700 espcially since I think that Q450 is being repalced but Id have to double check.

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  • 05-30-2008 3:12 PM In reply to

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    Re: Need help choosing processor!

    The Q9450 is £44 which is probably about $90, more then the Q6700.

    How much of a difference in performance will the Q9450 make compared to the Q6700?

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  • 05-31-2008 12:30 AM In reply to

    Re: Need help choosing processor!

    Get the Q6700 then.  It really doesn't perform faster.  For gaming, it's virtually the same performance.

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  • 05-31-2008 2:56 AM In reply to

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    Re: Need help choosing processor!

    Thanks for the help, will get the Q6700 then.
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  • 05-31-2008 8:38 AM In reply to

    • SqUiD267
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    Re: Need help choosing processor!

     Good idea Big Smile

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