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decision between 2 computers

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by eddyrox1

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two computers... read the specs but cant quite figure which one to choose..

computer 1: 3GHz processor 512kb cache 1GB RAM clocked at 400hz

computer 2: 2GHz with 3MB cache and same RAM..

ill be putting my graphics card in.. this is not as a main computer so no duo core.. somehow i think the 2GHZ would perform better but my friend said something bout the cache being larger might actually produce the same result.. so to go with the first choice since its cheaper..

confused

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by thechas

To be honest, you did not give us enough details to give you a good answer.

CPU speed and even cache size are not the only significant factors in system performance.

The chip-set, specific CPU, hard drive, and video system all come into the equation.

Overall, the most important factor is what do you plan to use this system for.

Some tasks are more dependent on raw CPU speed. Others on data transfer.

Yes, based on what you have detailed, it is likely a toss up as to which would perform better.

Chas

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