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X2 vs Quad Core and BLack vs normal
Name: roamingphantom Date: April 11, 2008 at 06:16:19 Pacific OS: Vista, XP dual boot CPU/Ram: None yet Product: Self made
Comment:
Hello folks, Just a question, I am purchasing a cpu and was wondering if a quad core (highest available) is comparable to a dual core 3.2mhz. I plan on using teh computer for multi use - gaming included. I am leaning torwards a dual 3.2 just wondering if i can get some input.
Also whats the difference between the x2 6400 black and the regular x2 6400.
Name: jam Date: April 11, 2008 at 06:40:55 Pacific
Reply:
All Black Edition CPUs have a completely unlocked multiplier (both directions). With a standard CPU (non-BE), you can lower the multiplier, but not raise it higher than it's default.
I'd advise against the 6400+. It's a power hungry CPU, rated at 125W. You'd be better off getting the cheaper 5000+ BE & overclocking it.
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