Hookster264
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My second build is nearing completion. I'm just doing final tweaking. My budget for this build is already a bit over limit, so additional costs are an issue. My question is, which CPU/MOBO setup do I go with? What are overclocking abilities for each of these?
ASUS 590sli motherboard
AMDx2 5000+ Brisbane 2.6GHz
$300
OR
Gigabyte P35-DS3R motherboard
Intel Q6600 2.4GHz
$410
Is the money difference worth getting the Intel quad?
Also, does the Tuniq Tower now fit AM2 sockets? What thermal paste comes with the Tuniq Tower and should I buy Arctic Silver instead?
ASUS 590sli motherboard
AMDx2 5000+ Brisbane 2.6GHz
$300
OR
Gigabyte P35-DS3R motherboard
Intel Q6600 2.4GHz
$410
Is the money difference worth getting the Intel quad?
Also, does the Tuniq Tower now fit AM2 sockets? What thermal paste comes with the Tuniq Tower and should I buy Arctic Silver instead?