jtt33, thanks for the grammar lesson. In fact, I did know the correct term is "would have", but I typed it so fast, my mind was thinking "would've" and my fingers typed "would of", since they sound exactly the same.
That doesn't directly mean I'm unaware of correct grammar in this instance. It means I didn't care enough to proof read. I didn't notice the simple mistake my fingers made in the rush of interpreting my thoughts to typed words. Next time, just save your lessons and condescension.
Back on topic, the reason I ask for lower resolutions and picture quality, is just to see what comparable head room there is between CPUs. With the existing GPU bottleneck at high resolutions, its impossible to see what CPU headroom there may be. The solution is to lower the resolution to remove the GPU bottleneck, or to use more powerful cards (perhaps 5870 Crossfire).
I agree the existing tests show exactly what minimum CPU is required for current games, but I'd like to see the CPU headroom for CURRENT games, to see how good a CPU may be for FUTURE games.
Please ignore any spelling or grammar mistakes, it is not indication of my education, but rather my lack of effort, attention to detail, and complete lack of proof reading. After all, this is a tech site, not an English site, my intended meaning is all that's important.