should i get dual core?
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I'd wait until the prices drop and more software comes out that support it
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I'm not an expert. but Dual core processers are fairly new: AMD ATLON 64 X2, and also the PENTIUM D from INTEL. They are 2 processing cores on 1 cpu chip.
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I would get a Pentium Duo Core (At least 1.8Ghz), about 1GB of RAM, 80GB Hard Drive (Preferably 7200RPM) DVD-R, and a 15.4 Truebrite Widescreen display.\n\nBut that's just me.
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Dual core means there are physically two processors together in one footprint.\n\nHyperthreading means that there's only one real processor and it is split into two processors virtually (via software/firmware simulation).\n\nSo, in answer to your question, having two real processors (Dual Core) is better than having two virtual processors (Hyperthreading).  But, that may also depend on the speed of the processors, RAM, HD space, etc... so, you'll want to look into that part of it before buying.
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For home use go for amd athlon 64 fx-51 dual core. (about £300)
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Pentium D is way faster then P4, however alot of software does not suppor the dual core, so its basically same as P4 Unless ur software has support for that.
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for high end gaming you should go with AMD\n\nbut if you insist on using intel,  get the core 2 duo with 2q GB of ram\n\nyou can order it from newegg.com
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Yes and No\n\nUsing todays software and technology. NO\n\nUsing software and technology developed over the next 3 years. YES\n\nUnless your OS supports multiple CPUs and the software you are running can use those extra chips, then the only reason to buy a quad chip is for future upgrades.\n\nCurrent OS's that support multiple chips\nUnix\nLinux\nMac OS X\nWindows 2000 and 2003 SERVER editions ONLY\n\nSoon to be released\nVista\n\nconsumer software that can use quad cores\nmore than 100,000 for unix/linux/mac\nless than 100 (for Windows)\ntime for software makers to create multithread programs\n(approx 3yrs)
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if you use for all these purposes, i surely assist you to go ahead with intel pentium 4, because the others which you have mentioned are for only packages like c and others even you can also purchase intel core duo it is also a better option so all the best.
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1.6 ghz AMD turion 64 X2 has two 1.6 processors inside. Dual core processors handle multi-tasking better if you're running mulitiple programs on a Pentium 4 it's going to slow down. If you run it on the dual core processor it will run smoothly. \n\nRunning one program at time 2.4 P4 processor would beat 1.6 dual core. 1.6 is kinda slow I have 1.83 core duo processor. I paid $1200 for my 15.4" labtop. Now there are core 2 duos which are faster than the core duo so I recommend getting a labtop with a core 2 duo or at least what I have because it's pretty quick.
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First go with the 400, put in dual  core processors and dual HHDs then get 1024 of ram. and get a good graphics card.
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I have done some pretty extensive research on computer processors, including the AMD X2 and FX series.  My overall suggestion is to go with either the FX-60, or one of the X2 series.  I say this because by having two cores (X2) then you are capable of running multiple threads in parallel.  Also consider what the computer will be used for.\n  IF a Gaming computer:\n     FX-57, FX-60, or Intel Pentium 4 Extreme Edition.\n  IF an office computer:\n     AMD 3800 X2 or better, I would also reccomend the Intel 930D and above.\n  IF just a low performance computer:\n     Go with a single core Intel, some of the AMD 64 bit lines have problems.
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hands down, i'd get the duo core\nunless ur a gamer then u need the second one with the graphics card
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As far as servers are concerned, yes.  I know that the AMD Opterons are.  However for desktop processors the Intel Core Duo which has made its debut in the Intel iMacs and MacBook Pro are dual core but are not 64-bit processors.\n\nIf you are getting servers, do with an AMD Opteron.
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having a dual core processor will not boost the performance. Dual core was designed for Multi Processing i.e decoding video and playing a game at the same time. \n\nmy advice is for you to notice the front side bus of the processor ( the more the marrier ) the cash memory of the processor, the Clock speed of the processor ( which people usually call processor speed ). also there is a big wieght on Ram and VGA card. when you lag in game, its not usually from the processor, its from the VGA card or memory. specially when in dust/fog environment. \n\nif you need more info on what to decide, refer to http://www.tomshardware.com\n\ngood luck
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A dual core system will provide faster performance when running multiple programs when compared with a single core system, because the extra core provides additional processing resources that simply don't exist in single core systems.  This allows you to, for example, run a virus scan, while still doing photo editing work at full speed.
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Get a dual core CPU\nI don't like the case\nI don't like the power supply\n\nGo to this forum to get some great help and advice on your build before plunking down the $$$