Athlon question

[shadowagent]

What is the difference between an Athlon K-7 and an Athlon Thunderbird? Which would be better for gaming?
thanx

 

[Brian48]

The cache is the most important difference between the two. The "classic" Athlons have 512k of L2 running at 1/2 or 1/3 the processor speed, while the T-Bird's have only 256k of L2, but running at FULL processor speed. Because the cache is running significantly faster, you get better processing performance out of the T-Birds. Definitely get a T-bird if you haven't already invested in a SlotA motherboard.

 

[BlackMamba]

Even if you have a Slot A motherboard, you may be able to find a Slot-A Thunderbird for a bargain price.

Best Regards,
David @ www.cputester.com

 

[SilverBack]

Good advice Brian.....