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Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 Retail for $99.99 and Abit IP35-E MB for $79.99 AR at microcenter.com

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MysticMan1

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(Update) The deal for the E4500 Processor is dead on-line and has been removed from the microcenter web site, but you might still be able to find one in the store.
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Intel Core 2 Duo Dual Core 2.20 GHz Processor E4500 $99.99, shipping $5.99

http://microcenter.com/single_...tml?product_id=0273177

Abit IP35-E P35 775 ATX Motherboard $99.99 - $20 MIR = $79.99, shipping $5.99

http://microcenter.com/single_...tml?product_id=0273177

Shipping is $6.99 when you buy the E4500 and Motherboard together.

Taxes in CA, CO, GA, IL, KS, MA, MD, MI, MN, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, VA


$20 rebate ends 12/02
 
Originally posted by: MysticMan1
Intel Core 2 Duo Dual Core 2.20 GHz Processor E4500 $99.99, shipping $5.99

http://microcenter.com/single_...tml?product_id=0273177

Abit IP35-E P35 775 ATX Motherboard $99.99 - $20 MIR = $79.99, shipping $5.99

http://microcenter.com/single_...tml?product_id=0273177

Shipping is $6.99 when you buy the E4500 and Motherboard together.

Taxes in CA, CO, GA, IL, KS, MA, MD, MI, MN, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, VA


$20 rebate ends 12/02
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Abit IP35-E P35 775 ATX Motherboard $99.99 - $20 MIR = $79.99, shipping $5.99
 
Originally posted by: MysticMan1
Intel Core 2 Duo Dual Core 2.20 GHz Processor E4500 $99.99, shipping $5.99

http://microcenter.com/single_...tml?product_id=0273177

Abit IP35-E P35 775 ATX Motherboard $99.99 - $20 MIR = $79.99, shipping $5.99

http://microcenter.com/single_...tml?product_id=0273177

Shipping is $6.99 when you buy the E4500 and Motherboard together.

Taxes in CA, CO, GA, IL, KS, MA, MD, MI, MN, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, VA


$20 rebate ends 12/02
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Great combo...I happen to own. Best bang for the buck since Roxann Dawson (just before she got famous).
 
Well, here's a question. I want to upgrade but it is sort of pointless as I won't have any time for serious gaming until winter break. Should I snatch this now and keep it in a safe place or just wait till winter break and potentially lower prices?
 
Originally posted by: mitchafi
Well, here's a question. I want to upgrade but it is sort of pointless as I won't have any time for serious gaming until winter break. Should I snatch this now and keep it in a safe place or just wait till winter break and potentially lower prices?
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its not THAT hot a deal, so i would say you could probably wait and it wouldnt hurt you too bad.
 
Originally posted by: mitchafi
Well, here's a question. I want to upgrade but it is sort of pointless as I won't have any time for serious gaming until winter break. Should I snatch this now and keep it in a safe place or just wait till winter break and potentially lower prices?
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I would wait. There is a good chance that Black Friday will bring some better deals.
 
I'm building a new system & am torn between this processor for $99 and an e2160 w/M0 steppings for $76 shipped...would there be much performance difference between the 2?
 
Originally posted by: Tullphan
I'm building a new system & am torn between this processor for $99 and an e2160 w/M0 steppings for $76 shipped...would there be much performance difference between the 2?
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Difference is the cache size, the multiplier for OC. Both are the best buys. I would prefer the 4500.

 
Well, my confirmation email said the order will ship on 11/11 unless they cancel it or something. :roll: Good thing I'm not in a hurry for it.
 
Originally posted by: Husky55
Originally posted by: Tullphan
I'm building a new system & am torn between this processor for $99 and an e2160 w/M0 steppings for $76 shipped...would there be much performance difference between the 2?
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Difference is the cache size, the multiplier for OC. Both are the best buys. I would prefer the 4500.
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Will the cache size of the 4500 make it $24 more noticeable...even if both would be overclocked to 3Ghz (a safe overclock for both)?
 
Originally posted by: mitchafi
Well, here's a question. I want to upgrade but it is sort of pointless as I won't have any time for serious gaming until winter break. Should I snatch this now and keep it in a safe place or just wait till winter break and potentially lower prices?
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I'm in your position, Wait. I'm getting my setup either during black Friday or some Christmas deal that should pop up in Dec.

 
I'm probably going to wait until Black Friday for a CPU deal as well, though an M0 E4500 is tempting (I caught the overclock bug after taking my L2 E2140 to 2.8GHz)
 
Anyone have a copy of the 20 dollar rebate PDF from the recent deal on this motherboard at Newegg? Can't seem to find it...thought I already downloaded it. If so, PM me please. Thanx!
 
Originally posted by: Tullphan
Originally posted by: Husky55
Originally posted by: Tullphan
I'm building a new system & am torn between this processor for $99 and an e2160 w/M0 steppings for $76 shipped...would there be much performance difference between the 2?
Click to expand...

Difference is the cache size, the multiplier for OC. Both are the best buys. I would prefer the 4500.
Click to expand...

Will the cache size of the 4500 make it $24 more noticeable...even if both would be overclocked to 3Ghz (a safe overclock for both)?
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Once you get to 3Ghz+ the cache size becomes less noticeable. You will see the difference in benchmarks (and usually video/audio encoding/decoding) but you will not "feel" it for gaming or everyday use.

I have an e6600(4MB cache) at 3.6Ghz and a e2160(1MB cache) at 3.2Ghz and day to day use, i really can't tell the difference. Gaming is maybe a couple FPS better, nothing to really get excited about. I would say go for the e2160 and save the money. You should be able to hit 3.2Ghz with this board, possibly more with good cooling.

-D

 
Ordered the E4500 this morning.

Got the 'it's on backorder' notice this afternoon.

"We're sorry to report that the merchandise listed below is not immediately available.

Though we expected to be able to send this product to you without delay, we have since found that we are unable to do so. Please accept our sincere apology for any inconvenience this may have caused.

We have placed this product from your order XXXXXX on backorder, and will ship it automatically when it arrives at our fulfillment location. Please be aware that backorders will remain in our system for a maximum period of 30 days (from order date).
"

Does anyone think they will actually get some in for this price or should I just cancel and continue looking? I'd like to build in two weeks or so.

 
Originally posted by: etech
Does anyone think they will actually get some in for this price or should I just cancel and continue looking? I'd like to build in two weeks or so.
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Mine's on backorder too. I hope I get it. You should keep looking, and when you actually need the CPU, then cancel the order and buy from somewhere else. That way there is the chance that you'll get it if they get stock by then.
 
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