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The Core i7 processors represents a new era in architecture for Intel. Gone is the LGA 775 socket, instead replaced by the larger Socket LGA 1366.
With the Core i7 Intel has also reintroduced Hyper-Threading, giving the desktop CPUs the power of eight virtual cores. You do need a motherboard that has X58 chipset support and DDR3 RAM, but if you're spending a thousand dollars on a processor, you need to be willing to spend elsewhere too!
Additional info - What you need to go Core i7!!!Price: $1000 Mid-range - Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 - Quad-core, 2.66GHz
Gone is the aging Q6600 from the list (one of the best CPUs Intel has ever made), replaced this time by the Q8400. This 45nm piece offers 2.66GHz of quad-core power for well under $200, making it an ideal part for those looking for good bang for the buck.
Price: $168Note: AMD fans might like to take a look at the Phenom II X4 945, a 3.0GHz quad-core part that retails for under $170.
Note: You might also be interested in Intel's new Core i5 750 part, which retails for a shade under $200. This 2.66GHz part is a cut-down version of the Core i7 but still offers good value for money.Budget - Intel Core 2 Duo E7500 - Dual-core, 2.93GHz
The E7500 is an excellent CPU. It's a 2.93GHz part based on Intel's 45nm Wolfdale architecture. But that's not the reason I've chosen the E7500 for this package. I've chosen it because it is highly overclockable.
You can get this CPU up to 4GHz easily (Google is your friend) where it will run 100% stable. This puts an enormous amount of power at your disposal!
However, to get the most from the E7400, you'll need a motherboard that offers you plenty of overclocking potential. But don't worry, I've chosen one that's perfect for the job!
Price: $120
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posted by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes
November 3, 2009 @ 3:48 am
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