comp processors + such Options

[Toyoca]

hey guys i might get a new pc and im kinda confused about the new processors out there nowadays. i want a pc that could play the newest games for a while and just do everyday internet browsing of course and play movies. im looking @ a xps m1710 that comes with an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T7200 (2GHz/667MHz/4MB). is that fast nowadays? i know theres 3.8+ghz computers out there but hows a mere 2ghz duo processor? 2ghz seems low to me but i guess the stats are different. could someone explain. or do you guys recommend some laptop better less than 2500$? ty

[Starcraftjunkie]

If you're going to go intel, get a Core 2 Duo. Remember the 2! There's a big diff between the Core Duo and the Core 2 Duo.
Raw speed in Gig's isn't the number to look at anymore as the be all and end all number. A lot of different things come into play.

If you do get a core 2 duo, most desktop versions can overclock to go even faster (if you feel the need)

If you're going to go AMD, most AM2 processors will do just fine.

But it looks like you're looking at a laptop? If so, and you want to play games.. make sure it has a capable graphics chip. Not some integrated or fake name.

The peeps here can probably give u a hand with picking one.

This post has been edited by Starcraftjunkie: Oct 26, 2006 - 10:39 PM