opinion on CPU upgrade

[jd103]

I'm upgrading my old computer with a new MB, CPU, Memory, Video card. I already have a brand new ATI 9700 Pro i just bought at CC this weekend. The MB & Memory I have picked are:

Albatron "KX18D Pro" nForce2 Ultra 400 Chipset
Kingmax 184 Pin 512MB DDR PC-3500 - OEM

What I need opinions on are should I just get a retail XP-2500 and oc to 2.2-2.3, or should i get a XP mobile 2600 and oc to 2.5-2.6. If I get the XP mobile i will need a HS/fan. I would say I'm a moderate gamer (mostly BF1942) and internet use. Do you think the extra $35-$40 cost is worth the 200-300 MHz increase?

 

[Mik3y]

yes. 200-300mhz is like 600mhz compared to intel. clockspeed for clockspeed, amd owns intel. i say go wtih the mobile.

 

[PhoenixOrion]

No. One of my best builds is on a barton 2500.

 

[jd103]

My old computer is AMD XP1700 oc to 1.83 GHz. I didn't say anything about Intel

 

[compudog]

I have had great luck with my Barton 2500, but got an early stepping before the lock. If I were buying now, I would go with the mobile version and a decent HS/F. Good luck with your build!

 

[Mik3y]

Originally posted by: PhoenixOrion
No. One of my best builds is on a barton 2500.

it just means that the mobile will do better. the mobile has far more potential then the normal 2500+

 

[LED]

Go for a 35 wt 2200-2400...as even they will out perform the current Bartons, be unlocked, and run cooler.

Edit- Going Mobile...beep beep (ala The Who)

 

[Mik3y]

Originally posted by: LED
Go for a 35 wt 2200-2400...as even they will out perform the current Bartons, be unlocked, and run cooler.

Edit- Going Mobile...beep beep (ala The Who)

ditto

 

[jd103]

Thanks for the replies. I have choosen to get the Mobile XP-2600 with the new Spreeze all copper HS/Fan.
Hopefully I be able to hit 2500 GHz stable.

 

[Malladine]

2500 ghz, damn :shocked:

 

[StrangerGuy]

Originally posted by: jd103
Thanks for the replies. I have choosen to get the Mobile XP-2600 with the new Spreeze all copper HS/Fan.
Hopefully I be able to hit 2500 GHz stable.

You are being far too optimistic....