can i get some advice on what kind of CPU to get ? i want to get a Quad Core. im not really a big gamer, i already have a ps3 for that. but i do want a really strong and fast cpu so. these are my 2 current candidates: Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Intel Core 2 Quad Q9650 comments? feedback? advice?
The Q9650 is about 40% faster than the Q6600, but triple the cost. Feeeling rich? The Q6600 is a very powerful CPU and will serve you fine.
I would hit in between and get the Q9450 the 12MB L2 Cache is worth the extra few bucks compared to the Q6600 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115042
Extra few? It's $130 for an extra 20% performance, a little steep... For those who are willing to spend more and who aren't overclocking, the Q9450 is a nice CPU to have, but if you are, there's little reason to have one over a Q6600 really.
