Hi.
My current processor is a P4 3.0GHz Northwood - 512k L2 cache, 800MHz FSB. I'm looking to upgrade as I want a PCI-E mobo. The PC is used for gaming, photoshopping, browsing and other general desktop activities. What would be my best buy at the moment? I was considering the AMD 3800+. Would I see much of a performance increase over my existing processor? Is dual core going to offer much advantage, or would my money be better spent on something else? I don't really want to spend over £250 on the chip if I can avoid it. Any advice greatfully received!
My current processor is a P4 3.0GHz Northwood - 512k L2 cache, 800MHz FSB. I'm looking to upgrade as I want a PCI-E mobo. The PC is used for gaming, photoshopping, browsing and other general desktop activities. What would be my best buy at the moment? I was considering the AMD 3800+. Would I see much of a performance increase over my existing processor? Is dual core going to offer much advantage, or would my money be better spent on something else? I don't really want to spend over £250 on the chip if I can avoid it. Any advice greatfully received!