Hey!
I'm currently considering upgrading my system, and have four CPU's in mind.
On the Intel front:
Intel Pentium IV (SL6WU):
3.0GHz, 800MHz FSB, 512KB L2 Cache
Intel Pentium IV Prescott:
2.8GHz, 800MHz FSB, 1MB L2 Cache
Which one of these is the best? I know the standard P-IV is 200MHz faster than the Prescott, but what advantages would the Prescott give me over it? Will the 1MB L2 cache really benefit me? Will the 1MB L2 cache make up the 200MHz difference in speed? Or does the 3.0GHz P-IV take the lead? Please give me your views and opinions.
On the AMD front:
AMD AthlonXP:
3200+ (Barton Core), 400MHz FSB, 512KB L2 Cache
AMD Athlon64 Clawhammer:
3200+, 1600MHz FSB, 1MB L2 Cache
Which one of these is the best? I know the Athlon64 is as it suggests; a 64-bit processor... But, what advantages will it give me over the standard XP Barton core? The DDR FSB rating and the 1MB L2 cache of the Athlon64 strongly suggests that this is the better processor, but does it really cut the mustard? What about it's compatability with the current 32-bit operating systems and programs?
And finally, the BIG question... Intel Vs. AMD
Whichever you consider best out of the two catagories (pick one from each), could you please compare them and give me your views on how they rival each other in both performance and compatability. Also, comment with any other views, opinions and experiences, etc you may have with these processors. This would maybe include heat issues or the like.
Thank you for your time, and I hope you can help me with my decision.
TMT
I'm currently considering upgrading my system, and have four CPU's in mind.
On the Intel front:
Intel Pentium IV (SL6WU):
3.0GHz, 800MHz FSB, 512KB L2 Cache
Intel Pentium IV Prescott:
2.8GHz, 800MHz FSB, 1MB L2 Cache
Which one of these is the best? I know the standard P-IV is 200MHz faster than the Prescott, but what advantages would the Prescott give me over it? Will the 1MB L2 cache really benefit me? Will the 1MB L2 cache make up the 200MHz difference in speed? Or does the 3.0GHz P-IV take the lead? Please give me your views and opinions.
On the AMD front:
AMD AthlonXP:
3200+ (Barton Core), 400MHz FSB, 512KB L2 Cache
AMD Athlon64 Clawhammer:
3200+, 1600MHz FSB, 1MB L2 Cache
Which one of these is the best? I know the Athlon64 is as it suggests; a 64-bit processor... But, what advantages will it give me over the standard XP Barton core? The DDR FSB rating and the 1MB L2 cache of the Athlon64 strongly suggests that this is the better processor, but does it really cut the mustard? What about it's compatability with the current 32-bit operating systems and programs?
And finally, the BIG question... Intel Vs. AMD
Whichever you consider best out of the two catagories (pick one from each), could you please compare them and give me your views on how they rival each other in both performance and compatability. Also, comment with any other views, opinions and experiences, etc you may have with these processors. This would maybe include heat issues or the like.
Thank you for your time, and I hope you can help me with my decision.
TMT