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Aron Schatz

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Xeon or Core 2 Duo?

Fri Nov 10, 2006 9:44:58 PM #26963 Perm Link

I'm going to be purchasing my new system stuff tomorrow.

I'm considering the Xeon 3040 or the Core 2 Duo E6300. Both are pretty much the same part.

The different being the Xeon is a Xeon. I hate the "Core" name.

Any thoughts?

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Re: Xeon or Core 2 Duo?

Sat Nov 11, 2006 12:17:36 AM #26975 Perm Link

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I don't know much about Xeons, but I do know that Core 2 Duo's rock my socks. Cool, quiet, and FAST.

If you don't like the name, just call it a Xeon. Its the same part anyways, right?

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Sat Nov 11, 2006 7:12:19 AM #26995 Perm Link

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I would get the Xeon over the Core 2 just because the Xeon should be a better CPU, maybe.

If it is the same part, who cares?

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Sat Nov 11, 2006 11:01:52 AM #27043 Perm Link

The Xeon is a server CPU right? Is it the Core2Duo equivalent as a server CPU?

If it is then the Xeon CPU should OC a bit better since the quality control of server CPUs is ususally better than desktop models.

Example the AMD Opterons and AMD 64 Cpus.

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Sun Nov 12, 2006 8:58:35 AM #27175 Perm Link

I think I'll get the E6400 actually.

The CPU is on sale at CompUSA for a good price. $210. Cheaper than Newegg.

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Sun Nov 12, 2006 9:04:55 AM #27176 Perm Link

Sounds like a pretty good deal, is that straight up, or is there a mail-in rebate with that?

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Sun Nov 12, 2006 9:12:27 AM #27178 Perm Link

Once the E6400 hits that much or lower, but in CAD, I would be happy as all I need to make the plunge into DDR2 is a CPU and a mobo.

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Sun Nov 12, 2006 7:57:27 PM #27246 Perm Link

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I made a big mistake when I got my computer and got a 939 board, so now I have limited expansion options. It sucks.

Aron, now that I think about it, go for a Xeon. Its got a cool name, AND, its just cool having a server processor in a PC.

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Sun Nov 12, 2006 8:19:11 PM #27255 Perm Link

I'd love to make the jump to a C2D one of these days, but like most others, the total cost with having to get a new MoBo and ram is holding me back for now.

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Sun Nov 12, 2006 8:32:00 PM #27257 Perm Link

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Said By dexaroni
I made a big mistake when I got my computer and got a 939 board, so now I have limited expansion options. It sucks.

Aron, now that I think about it, go for a Xeon. Its got a cool name, AND, its just cool having a server processor in a PC.

There is always new hardware coming out so its not really a total waste but in your case it is since S939 is dead and over with.
The AM2 socket won't last too long either and will have the shortest socket life span.

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I'd love to make the jump to a C2D one of these days, but like most others, the total cost with having to get a new MoBo and ram is holding me back for now.

hehe only a mobo, and CPU for moi Wink

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 5:18:24 AM #27281 Perm Link

saw a lot about core 2 duo..........
seems like it will be efficient......
tell me if i am wrong

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 1:54:53 PM #27297 Perm Link

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Its a really good processor. It runs fast, and the Conroe stays insanely cool. Maximum PC unplugged the fan, so it was passive cooling (on a stock heatsink), and the processor idled at a low temperature for 3 hours before it started acting funny.

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 1:58:44 PM #27299 Perm Link

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yeah it saves 40% electricity, is xeon the same or there is some difference?

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 2:10:35 PM #27307 Perm Link

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I'm not really sure about Xeon. I don't see that advertised much as a PC processor, so I haven't read up on it.

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 4:52:56 PM #27420 Perm Link

i could search it on internet.

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 4:53:43 PM #27421 Perm Link

Xeon is a server CPU so it probably costs more then a Core2Duo.

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 4:56:02 PM #27425 Perm Link

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So, I understand that you can run a server CPU in a PC, but can you run a PC CPU in a server?

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 5:06:40 PM #27435 Perm Link

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So, I understand that you can run a server CPU in a PC, but can you run a PC CPU in a server?

As long as the socket is the same and the mobo recognizes it.

Example

S939 A64 and S939 Opteron.

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 5:33:07 PM #27446 Perm Link

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Okay, so then what is a point of a separate version of CPU for a server? I mean, if you can run a PC CPU in a server, why don't they put on the package "Great for Servers!" or something like that?

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 6:19:25 PM #27472 Perm Link

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The Xeon can run in dual CPU boards that the Core cannot.

And I have purchased an E6400 from CompUSA for $209.

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 7:25:04 PM #27500 Perm Link

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WOW. That's a REALLY good price. Cheaper than anywhere online. Nice buy.

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Mon Nov 13, 2006 7:35:52 PM #27507 Perm Link

I always go for the cheapest chip so I can OC the heck out of it. I hope for a Core2Duo; either the E6300($215CAD) and E6400($260CAD) would be good since they are currently within a reasonable price and should be cheaper next year.

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