Re: New processor purchase, AMD

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On Sun, Dec 5, 2010 at 2:31 PM, Ivan K <ivan_521521@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> I am looking to make a new computer purchase, and have decided
> I want a 64bit AMD quad core processor.  Before one gets to the Opterons
> which start at about $205, I am looking at these two:
>
> (A)
> AMD Athlon II X4 605e 2.30 GHz Processor - Quad-core, 4000 MHz HT - 2 MB L2 - Socket AM3 PGA-941 -
> SKU: BA47028    Mfg. Part No: AD605EHDGIBOX    Condition: New
> Price: $124.99
>
> (B)
> AMD HDZ970FBGMBOX Phenom II X4 970 3.50 GHz Processor - Quad-core - 1 MB L2 - 6 MB L3 -
> SKU: BA47186    Mfg. Part No: HDZ970FBGMBOX    Condition: New
> Price: $184.99
>
> That is a $60 dollar difference (prices are from mwave).  For
> audio, should I really spend the extra 60 bucks?

i thought i got better value from a 6 core for $280 at newegg,
specifically a Phenom II X6 1090T 3.2GHz which I use with this mobo:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131644&Tpk=crosshair%20iv

but your mileage may vary.
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