4400x2 vs E6300 duo

[wikidlad]

Hey guys,

I currently have an Amd 4400x2 (with the bigger cache when first released) but ive got a chance of getting an Intel E6300 cpu and mobo through the Intel purchase program. Which would be better for gaming ?

Thanks

Wik

 

[mrjminer]

Intel Core 2 chip would destroy it (not to mention the Core 2 can overclock by a crapload more if you ever want more performance, too).

 

[engiNURD]

I'd say they're about even at stock speeds for most games. For CPU intensive games, the E6300 would outperform the X2. The E6300 could be overclocked to match/outperform an FX-62. Here's a link for ya:
http://www.anandtech.com/cpuchipsets/showdoc.aspx?i=2802

 

[EnderW]

stock speeds = small advantage for 4400+
overclocking = no comparison

edit: for gaming you won't see a big difference even if the E6300 is overclocked
save your money for a new GPU

 

[quadnad]

I'd say they're about even at stock speeds for most games. For CPU intensive games, the E6300 would outperform the X2. The E6300 could be overclocked to match/outperform an FX-62. Here's a link for ya:
http://www.anandtech.com/cpuchipsets/showdoc.aspx?i=2802

You are correct, but remember that the AMD proc can be overclocked as well. I say overclock the processor and save the amount of money it'll take to switch platforms. It's not worth the switch for gaming.

 

[engiNURD]

You are correct, but remember that the AMD proc can be overclocked as well. I say overclock the processor and save the amount of money it'll take to switch platforms. It's not worth the switch for gaming.

But the 4400+ cant be overclocked to outperform an overclocked E6300 which is my point.

 

[quadnad]

But the 4400+ cant be overclocked to outperform an overclocked E6300 which is my point.

Yeah, but the margin (especially in games) isn't worth the $$$. To this guy, I'd say hang on to your money.

 

[engiNURD]

Yeah, but the margin (especially in games) isn't worth the $$$. To this guy, I'd say hang on to your money.

I forgot he already has the 4400+, lol (too many similar threads open at once). Yah, definately keep the 4400+ for now.

 

[wikidlad]

Thanks guys....ill stick with what i have i think