Which P4 processor should I buy now?

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Bad Dude

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Hi guys,
I need to choose within a day now. I got no computer except for a 486 computer for the internet.
My system specs:
Epox 4G4A+, two 512MB Samsung PC2700, ATI Radeon 8500LE. I think my RAM will go to 140FSB, maybe higher. But the store I got the RAM from said it would go 160FSB.
I cannot decide between the processors.
 
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DivideBYZero

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Originally posted by: Bad_Dude
Hi guys,
I need to choose within a day now. I got no computer except for a 486 computer for the internet.
My system specs:
Epox 4G4A+, two 512MB Samsung PC2700, ATI Radeon 8500LE. I think my RAM will go to 140FSB, maybe higher. But the store I got the RAM from said it would go 160FSB.
I cannot decide between the processors.
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1.8, and your RAM will do 166 default, maybe more.
 
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Flightsim

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It depends on how fast you want your computer to be, if you want to overclock, and how much you can afford. I think the P4 2.4GHz(533FSB) is a solid choice and relatively cheap(around $190 last time I checked). If you can get a C1 stepping 2.4GHz P4, there's a good chance you'll be able to overclock it to around 3GHz without any trouble.
 
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S0me1X

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I'd go with a brand new CPU, although I'd spring for a 2.0ghz Northwood because its not that much more expensive than a 1.8ghz.
 
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ChampionAtTufshop

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Originally posted by: S0me1X
I'd go with a brand new CPU, although I'd spring for a 2.0ghz Northwood because its not that much more expensive than a 1.8ghz.
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but dont overclock as well from what i remember
(unless its a new C1, it might be a good overclocker like the 1.8a C1 then..)

id go wtih the 1.8a

do you konw for a fact that the 1.6a wont go any higher than 2.1?
 
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Drsignguy

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Originally posted by: ChampionAtTufshop
but dont overclock as well from what i remember
(unless its a new C1, it might be a good overclocker like the 1.8a C1 then..)


From what I have heard and have read about, Agree!
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MadTom

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At the moment, best choice is 1.8A, C1 stepping. PC2700 is definitely going to work at 166MHz (I have the same chip running in my box at 177 MHz, a Samsung 512MB stick with rather good timings).

BTW, I've an 1.6A running at 2.13GHz with stock voltage. It could go higher (about 2.4), but since I don't have PCI, AGP locks on my mobo I'm leaving it where it is (166MHz was too much for it, unfortunately).

Depending on how much you wanna invest, and/or do with your computer you can go with this cheapest solution.
 
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Bad Dude

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I cannot seem to locate the C1 chip other than PCClub and it's a rip off with OEM $169.99 plus tax for a 1.8A.
 
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ChampionAtTufshop

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Originally posted by: Bad_Dude
I cannot seem to locate the C1 chip other than PCClub and it's a rip off with OEM $169.99 plus tax for a 1.8A.
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but if that 1.8a can go to 3ghz and beyond...does it still seem like a rip off :D ;)
 
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Duvie

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I like the new chip and discovery its limits on your own....It is very likely it will just match the 2.26b, but that is the whole fun the hidden secrets...
 
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THUGSROOK

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hehe ~ the p4m cpu sure has the potential for being alot of fun for the more serious overclockers.

not to mention the curiosity of seeing 400-466ddr running in 1:1 mode is absolutely irresistable :D
 
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ChampionAtTufshop

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Originally posted by: THUGSROOK
hehe ~ the p4m cpu sure has the potential for being alot of fun for the more serious overclockers.

not to mention the curiosity of seeing 400-466ddr running in 1:1 mode is absolutely irresistable :D
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hehehe
:D
 
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slag

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Originally posted by: DivideBYZero
Originally posted by: Bad_Dude
Hi guys,
I need to choose within a day now. I got no computer except for a 486 computer for the internet.
My system specs:
Epox 4G4A+, two 512MB Samsung PC2700, ATI Radeon 8500LE. I think my RAM will go to 140FSB, maybe higher. But the store I got the RAM from said it would go 160FSB.
I cannot decide between the processors.
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1.8, and your RAM will do 166 default, maybe more.
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I wouldnt count on the ram doing 166 or even 160. I have an asus p4b533e and picked up a stick of pc2700 Samsung ram and the stuff wouldnt do 160 using the 3:4 divider trick, while my corsair pc3200 stuff does it just fine. This is a moot point however if he isnt pushing the ram to higher speeds like a divider trick.

IMHO, samsung isnt the best stuff to be using.
 
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rally1275

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Hi,
I have a 1.8A (B0 Stepping) on Epox 4G4A+ with 256MB PC2700 (cheap stuff), and now stable at 2.7 (150fsb) @ 1.65v/2.7v with stock HSF.
Works at 2.88 (160fsb) @ 1.75v, but don't want to risk it.
I have been on Seti for over 4 days non-stop and stable @ 44C.
Seems like oc'ed 1.8A's are good for the money :)
 
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render

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Almost all 1.8 is guaranteed to run 2.4 at default voltage. Or just buy 2.4 ( it's only $50 more)
 
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Bad Dude

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I broke down and bought the 1.8A from ebay, brand new retail for $140 shipped.
Thanks for all of your inputs guys.
 
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Bovinicus

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I recommend going with the used 2.26GHz, but only if you trust the seller. The CPU should last plenty long; it can't possibly be more than a year old. However, you could get stiffed with a CPU that never worked properly if you deal with the wrong people.
 
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