My old computer has finally died on me.
So now I'm going to build a new system.
I prefer Intel, but energy consumption of Intel D X2 core
is making me look into AMD land.
I've been trying to understand how much energy a X2 computer
will eat, and what it will mean on my monthly electricity bill, as I'm
trying to keep my spendings down.
First of all, if I use 400 or 450Watt PSU, does that mean that my computer eats up
up to that amount of watts?
Second of all, Compared to Intel D 820 or 830, what would the approximate cost different be for running AMD x2 processor 24/7 @ 20 cents Kwhr.
I've read on forums that some people reported $20 on top of their existing monthly bill. Would like to know how true this it is.
Additionally, I think it's a hot topic, like in the recent article on Anandtech, Power per Watt is the new objective of CPU manufacturers. Unfortunately, before that kicks in, we have like a year. Costs of running an equipment is never the less important, in how much money you'll spend or save. Our Building environment is already there to follow energy efficiency guidelines, government agencies making it a requirement to use energy efficiency design aka, Green Design and LEED. It may cost %5 or more to building, but in long run it saves money on energy and maintenance cost. I personally see that most of electronic equipment will be required to up the power efficiency in the next 5-7 years.
So now I'm going to build a new system.
I prefer Intel, but energy consumption of Intel D X2 core
is making me look into AMD land.
I've been trying to understand how much energy a X2 computer
will eat, and what it will mean on my monthly electricity bill, as I'm
trying to keep my spendings down.
First of all, if I use 400 or 450Watt PSU, does that mean that my computer eats up
up to that amount of watts?
Second of all, Compared to Intel D 820 or 830, what would the approximate cost different be for running AMD x2 processor 24/7 @ 20 cents Kwhr.
I've read on forums that some people reported $20 on top of their existing monthly bill. Would like to know how true this it is.
Additionally, I think it's a hot topic, like in the recent article on Anandtech, Power per Watt is the new objective of CPU manufacturers. Unfortunately, before that kicks in, we have like a year. Costs of running an equipment is never the less important, in how much money you'll spend or save. Our Building environment is already there to follow energy efficiency guidelines, government agencies making it a requirement to use energy efficiency design aka, Green Design and LEED. It may cost %5 or more to building, but in long run it saves money on energy and maintenance cost. I personally see that most of electronic equipment will be required to up the power efficiency in the next 5-7 years.
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