so you think a quad/duo processor would be a necessity for gaming? i know this kid who had a duo, but something messed up so he has to fight all enemies on oblivion one on one, or else his processor bogs down, and he cant play the game.

Not necessarily, I am using a Celeron D 352 single core and it runs just fine. However, upgrading to a Core2Duo will have its advantages when you are running multiple processes like the game plus other programs like a web browser. There is also the chance that there are background programs using up your resources, and a dual core will be able to handle stuff like that much more easily.

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There is no need for a quad processor for gaming, but I would recommend an x2 processor from AMD.

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If you want to run games without having to sacrifice performance for quality, get a duo core. The game content is not going to suddenly become better, but you'll be able to play it on maxed settings. And that's really the name of the game for true gamers.

And, like I mentioned above, if your budget is $2k, you can certainly get a rig that will blow games, and your mind, away. But a purchase like this is certainly a luxury. You can skimp on parts here and there, but then you're defeating the purpose if you want to tear up in-game graphics.

You need to decided what your goal is when it comes to games. Do you want to be at the cutting edge, being able to run all the new titles at full load? Or do you want to just be able to play anything out there without lag that makes the game unplayable. Those are two BIG distinctions.

You can run new titles at low quality on a fairly cheap rig. If you want to see all the detail the developers spent their time creating, you're going to have to make an investment in above-average components.

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what is your processor? isnt it a quadcore? and its only 280$? that seems like a good purchase to me. how would a duocore be better?

I think he was recommending a core 2 duo over and x2, but I'm not sure. As far as I know, games these days can only take advantage of dual core, Quad-core would be more for the cpu doing background tasks while gaming. Anyone correct me if I'm wrong.

No, thats about as right as it gets. But still, anything more than a Core2Duo or X2 would be overkill. I would only push the advantages of a Quad to people who are running servers with a lot of traffic. If anything, your video card and size and speed of RAM will determine the gaming performance of your system as much as the processor. So, make sure you get the best for your budget.

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You can save yourself some money and go with a Core 2 duo over a Quad. My Quad is blazingly fast, yes, but overkill for all but the most potent games. Once again, it's a luxury item. I bought it knowing I won't have to upgrade for quite some time. Just staying ahead of the curve a little on my part. A Core 2 Duo will suit your gaming needs just fine. Just get a good one.

well the thign about the Core 2Quad Q6600 is that it is on the more outdated core 2 duo steppings. so there fore it is not a Great processor... yes its quad and yes its fast as hell... but it is lacking in some places. if i where you id get the Core 2 DUo e6600 or the athlon X2 6000+ ( which is a bit faster than the E6600 but if your an intel fan then go for the E6600)

Here's some more info:

My old processor: $199
Newegg.com - Intel Core 2 Duo E6400 Conroe 2.13GHz 2M shared L2 Cache LGA 775 Processor - Retail

My new processor: $279
Newegg.com - Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Kentsfield 2.4GHz 2 x 4MB L2 Cache LGA 775 Processor - Retail

So, for around $80, you can go from a 2.13GHz Core 2 duo to a 2.4GHz Core 2 Quad. It's not neccesary, but it's a good place to sink and extra $80 if you have it.

and if you ask me the 80 bucks is 100% worth it

but like i said you will see it using Core 1 and core 2 more often than core 3 and 4
as most software is not built for quad processors

hey dr. computer, why would you recommend amd over intel? and anyone else who believes amd is superior to intel, why?

amd came out with a duo a lil bit ago correct? is it better than an equally fast intel?

well amd and intel are pretty neck and neck int he sub 150 dollar region ... but a amd 6400+ will blow away a core 2 duo E6600

haha, do you think it would blow away a quad core?

well common sense would tell you no as it is only dual core . if you want quad core i reccomend a Q6600 with BO stepping