Firstly let me thank all of you who have made an effort to throw light on the various aspect of this purchase decision. I do not think any fan boy approach is made here. I was trying to find an objective decision and I have no affinity for either Intel or AMD.
On desktop processors at least...
Thanks for all the comments and help.
Epsilon is right in that I am not in US and where I live the 1090T sells for more because AMD is not hot cake anymore. That makes a clock for clock comparison more relevant. Sorry for not saying this explicitly.
Anyway, I am decided on the i7 870...
Just wondering, so if equally clocked, the i7 870 will match the X6 cores of 1090T on Adobe Premier pro? That would then settle it in favour of the Intel.
As far I remember, Bulldozer processor will not work on AM3 board, but AM3 processor will work on Bulldozer boards. That's one way future proofing, at least.
Yes I know 1156 is a dead end, but isn't it the same with 1336 because Sandy Bridge will require 1155 socket? Correct me.
Since I cannot...
These were the tests that Phenom won. Rest were all Intel's.
x264 HD Encoding 1st pass 8.38%
x264 HD Encoding 2nd pass 1.79%
Cinebench R10 Multi thread 7.43%
POV Ray 3.7 - SMP Benchmark 4.33%
x264 HD Benchmark - 2nd pass 1.00%
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I am about to pull trigger the trigger on either of this for a primarily video editing system. Gaming is not very important. Of course I am not going to do 24/7 video editing, these are mainly hobbyist family stuff involving Adobe CS5, and a Palit GTX 460 1 Gb RAM Sonic Overclocked...
Thank you for all those who have posted with the comments.
Hmm.. I am leaning towards the X6 1055T and OC it to something like 3.6-3.8. I can spend the savings on a memory module.
I believe i7 920 is being phased out, so that may not be an option.
CUDA is important to me, from what I...
Thanks beginner99.
I do not think I can wait 4 months to get Sandy Bridge and then few more months before the prices cool down. It would make sense if it was something which will be available in a month or so.
Ok between AMD Phenom II X6 1055T & AMD Phenom II X6 1090T, the 1090T leads by an average 10%, which goes up to 13-14% in video creation tests. So for about 35% less price, the 1055T is a better value on stock speeds.
Thanks PlasmaBomb for pointing out me to the comparison link.
So between i7 870 and Phenom II X6 1090T, the only parameters the Phenom wins are
x264 HD Encoding 1st pass 8.38%
x264 HD Encoding 2nd pass 1.79%
Cinebench R10 Multi thread 7.43%
POV Ray 3.7 - SMP Benchmark 4.33%
x264 HD...
BTW, it will be one month more before I will do the purchase. So if an immediate new release that will change the current situation is due, please enlighten me on that as well. Thank you.
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I am currently trying to build a system that would primarily be used for video editing, content creation etc. Gaming is not at all important, I know the system can play games reasonably if at all I need.
I intend to enable the Mercury Engine by adding a GTX 460.
I am currently...
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I have at home a desktop running Windows XP Pro Sp2. This computer is connected to ADSL gateway (Linksys WAG300N) using wired connection.
I have a laptop computer running Windows XP Home edition which can connect to the above gateway, wireless. So far accessing internet from both...
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After months of reading around, I was all set to go with a Q6600. All of a sudden, E8400 is on the shelf and I am again undecided. Here is the rig:
Intel Q6600 G0 ($286) or E8400 ($220) where I live (In United Arab Emirates)
Gigabyte P35-DS3R ($166)
Memory Corsair XMS2 1 Gig x 2...
Thanks everybody..
Depending on how soon I build the rig, I will go with X1950GT (if I build it say in a week's time) or go with 8800 GT (if my rig takes say 2-3 weeks more). Hope 8800 GT prices continue to drop. Thanks again
Thanks for all of you who chipped in...and regret delayed reply.
I can see 8800 GT is mostly an overkill, but for Crysis. Since I don't upgrade my rig often (once in 3 years or so), I was thinking if it is worthwhile. If I skip 8800 GT for now, which card would be the best for the resolution...
I have an old computer having 3. GHz P4 with 6600 GT AGP. Thinking of going for a new computer (C2D 4400, 2 GHZ Ram) etc. I was considering the graphic cards.
I game occasionally only. I have a Samsung 19" CRT which run at 1024x768 or 1152x864 @70 Hz. I intend to keep it as I use my computer...
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We have a wired network running Windows SBS and Windows XP clients. We share a ADSL connection using Linksys Wireless N ADSL2+ Gateway, which is connected to Switch.
Since our ISP has volume cap on the ADSL connection, I would like to know the bandwidth consumed by each user on a...
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I am a total newbie here and I am trying to learn Networking, internet sharing etc.
I have a wired network with 10 WindowsXp clients and a server running Windows Small Business Server 2003. I plan to get a 2 MBPS ADSL connection and share it with the users. What kind of gears do I need...
Ok so my first overclock has gone well thanks to my lurking around this place :-)
My system is:
Athlon X2 3800+ (Manchester)
Asus A8N-E
Single stick of Corsair Value Ram 1 Ghz 3-3-3-8
Aopen housing with included 400W PSU (Claims 15A on +12V1 and 14A on +12V2, 385 W combined)
Stock HSF...
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I have t chose between the above two MoBos. Other choices are currently ruled out due to nono-availability in my region ( I live in the middle east).
Can you please recommend a MoBo. Price difference is not an issue. My planned rig is:
Athlon 3800+ X2
1 Gig Corsair Value RAM
1...
First off, I live outside of US, in Dubai, UAE. So US price wont be applicable in my case.
Ok here is the dilemma. I can get Epox 9NPA + SLi for about US$20 cheaper than DFI Ultra-D. I have absolutely no need for SLi because this is for office computer. So my question is:
1. Is it ok to...
Well I have almostdecided my system.. However the more I read..the more concerned I am about DFI..
I am planning a system with
64 x 2 3800+
1 Gb Ram
Some low end video card (No gaming)
DVDR/RW combo
One SATA 160 gb drive
I had decided on DFI lanparty Ultra-D. Reading around a lot...
Thanks for everyone who replied...that clears up a lot of doubts..Regret delay in reply due time zone difference..
I live in Dubai..far away from USA..so Ebay..Newegg etc. are no option...I guess i will try any cheap good video card..
Monitors have me stumped now..Who is making Aperture...
Thanks for all of you has chipped in.. regret the delayed reply..
Yes..computer will be in temperature controlled room..so no worry on that count..
Only worry now is that PSU test result from Aopen list max voltage on +12V rail as 18Amp. and that of +5V rail is 25/30 A. Is that a problem...
I am planning a system with the follwing for the office PC.
DFI UT NF4 Ultra-D
Athlon 64 x2 3800+
I Gb Ram
Some 2D VGA card (No gaming)
A modem
SATA 160 Gb Disk
DVD-RW Combo
I cant afford Lian-Lis or Antec PSU or casing because where I live (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) they can't be...
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I am on budget after having most of my new PC budget go for the processor/Mobo etc. Can somebody recommend a Video card for doing normal office work and some Photoshop and Illustrator work? Preferably around $100-125 would be ideal. I am not Pro, so it doesnt have to be some cutting edge...
RiceMarine..Thanks.
AnandTech CPU guide lists Opteron 144 Venice and Hammer. Which will be better?
Is there any Mobo suggestion from Asus or others as well?
I would appreciate if others have any feedback as well..
OdiN...Thanks for the quick reply.
I was specifically looking for the CPU, MoBO, Graphic card recommendations. Can somebody recommend a suitable AMD rig?
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I need to build an Office computer. I am relatively new to this stuff, though I have built a couple of Intel based PCs before. All my Intel boxes (with stock HSF) turned out running at very high temperatures.
Anyway I primarly will be using this computer for typical office work and...
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