CPU Decision
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Hi, I'm planning to build a high-end PC within a decent budget. (At least I hope to) I want to know whether the single core Intel 3.2 GHz CPU or the dual core Athlon 3600+ will offer better performance? (Let's say I have to choose between these two). Also, is the single core 3.2 GHz Intel CPU 64 bit? I know the Athlon 3600+ dual core is 64bit. Does having 64bit mean better performance? I plan to run very cpu intensive applications like Audio Workstations and 3d Graphics software. Basically, this is going to be a multimedia production and video editing system. Also, please tell me to what extent can the motherboard affect the performance. Is is really a performance factor? Or will a decent motherboard do? Please let me know quickly as I have to make the decision within a few hours. Thanks.
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Hi, I'm planning to build a high-end PC within a decent budget. (At least I hope to) I want to know whether the single core Intel 3.2 GHz CPU or the dual core Athlon 3600+ will offer better performance? (Let's say I have to choose between these two). Also, is the single core 3.2 GHz Intel CPU 64 bit? I know the Athlon 3600+ dual core is 64bit. Does having 64bit mean better performance? I plan to run very cpu intensive applications like Audio Workstations and 3d Graphics software. Basically, this is going to be a multimedia production and video editing system. Also, please tell me to what extent can the motherboard affect the performance. Is is really a performance factor? Or will a decent motherboard do? Please let me know quickly as I have to make the decision within a few hours. Thanks.
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Hi, I would recommend you to go for a dual core processors if you are planning to use your PC for multimedia purposes. Better Performace in 64 bit machines can be obtained by running 64 bit version of the software you are planning to use. Motherboard too plays a vital role in obtaining better performance.The interface through which it communicates with the processor ie FSB (front side bus) should be high. make sure your motherboard supports FSB frequency offered by the CPU (you can locate the FSB frequency on the processor box) that you choose.