INTEL E6320 vs AMD X2 5000+

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Both are priced about the same. I have always gone down the AMD path in the past. So I understand their XP ratings. However, I haven't got a clue about the Intel Ratings.

Given a choice (no overclocking) which of those two should I go for? I currently have a 939 mobo and old DDR ram so I am basically starting from scratch.

Also, can anyone explain how the Intel ratings work. So I have least a vague idea. Thanks?

 

[the-void]

Dont forget the extra 2mb of cache will help with the 6320 over the 6300 at stock speeds too.

I would go for the C2D!

I think I will. I understand the C2D run cooler and use less power then the equivalent AMD, meaning it would be easier to make the Intel quieter than the AMD.

I think I will give the C2D a try.

Still not the wiser on how their numbers measure up to AMD though. No matter, heard a lot of good things about C2D.

 

[the-void]

Just found some benchmarks against the X2 5000+, X2 4800, X2 4600 such as E4400, E4300, E6420 etc.

http://www.xbitlabs.com/articles/cpu/display/core2duo-e6420_6.html

Seems a little like a mixed bag in my opinion. Sure Photoshop is faster using the C2D, but then it seems AMD is better at Premiere.

I think I may end up sticking with AMD after all. Probably a little due to loyalty, and a little due to the familiarity, and a lot to do with the fact the C2D really doesn't sweep the board pound for pound against the AMD equivalent like all the hype I had been hearing.

Perhaps I should hold out until end of July... Would it be fair to expect price cuts in intels E6600's...