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Core 2 vs Pentium D
Name: thahim Date: January 4, 2007 at 21:05:21 Pacific OS: Windows CPU/Ram: Core 2 1 GB Product: Intel
Comment:
I want to know which one is faster and loads programs more quickly between Pentium D 3.44 GHz and Core 2 1.86 GHz
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Response Number 2
Name: Cobra_R Date: January 4, 2007 at 21:30:20 Pacific
Reply:
The Core 2 Duo 6300 does. Even though the next best thing they have on that list is the E6400, the E6300 isn't that far behind the E6400 in terms of benchmarks. The E6300 is a great chip for the money and a great overclocker.
The Core 2 Duo E6300 is the best bang for your buck buy far and when overclocked it can turn into a great gaming processor while still using the intel stock heatsink and fan.
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