i5 750? Core2Duox4?

[gsxr762g13]

Hello, new here (if anyone cares)

I am currently using a +3500 AMD 64bit 2.2@2.4 on an AGP board with a 6800GT

I want to get a new Intel setup for gaming, best processor for the money.

I'm almost set on the Intel Core i5 750 Quad with T5XE Mobo (any good?).
I have also read that the Core2Duox4 performs well...

Or should I hold off for something new coming out entirely?

Please give me your opinions, they are much appreciated.
Thanks
jDk

 

[NoForgiveness]

Core 2 Duo X4 *LOL* It's Core 2 Quad

The i5 is a little killer of a processor. There is a review out there where they clock it to 4.13GHz. At 4.13GHz it was faster than the i7 920 itself @ 4.13GHz in many benches. The i5 is a beast for the price. Socket 775 systems aren't really worth investing much into these days unless you have no other choice. I say you build an i5 system with a P55 motherboard. You'll be glad you did.

 

[outlaw88]

I guess that would depend on the rest of your setup. If you plan on going with a high end graphics card then I would pair that with the Core i5 but if you're gonna have a middle of the road or less graphics card then a Core i5 might be overkill...at the same time Core i5 setups aren't horribly expensive so that route might have a bit more longevity.

 

[misan-thrope]

i5 750 and a MSI GD65 mobo with some G.skill Ripjaw 1600 RAM makes for a killer setup for a good price. Setup in my sig hit to 3.8ghz at 1.2v with no issues, though it made little difference so I run it far lower to save power and make less heat.