Budget processor - is this the right one?

[goblin1]

Hi,

I'm after a new processor, on a budget. I've been told this - Pentium 4 Processor 630 3.0GHz 2MB FSB800 BTX BOX BX80547PG3000FT Intel Prices - will suit my system, but I'm wondering whether it's good enough? I mostly use the relevant PC for just general web browsing and listening to music..

Thanks!

 

[kmote]

Well what system do you have? You should know that by today's standards, that CPU is very old and slow.

 

[beluga]

In the socket LGA 775 category id rather go for a Intel core 2 duo. Even the most basics ones are pretty good. I had the Intel core 2 duo E6600 at some point. Really good.

 

[goblin1]

thanks beluga

yeah I know kmote, but I am on a strict budget..

 

[kmote]

OK but that doesn't really answer my question.