Working on my first build...I posted a while ago and did some research since.
I'd like to hear opinions on two CPUs. I mostly run AutoCad and 3DSmax software as well as the CS3 creative suite (photoshop and illustrator), which I believe are only single thread.
I was first considering a much slower CPU and graphic card, but for my uses, I think the faster processor gives me the advantage.
Here are the two I'm thinking about:
1. AMD AM2+ Phenom II 920 Quad Core 2.8GHz 8MB
2. Intel C2Q Q9300 2.5GHZ 6MB
Any thoughts? The AMD seems to be faster with more cache...is this an obvious choice? On the other hand, the Q9300 's architecture is 45nm. I have no intention of OC. I'll be running on a Asus P5QL Pro Mobo, 4GB RAM.
Thanks,
J
I'd like to hear opinions on two CPUs. I mostly run AutoCad and 3DSmax software as well as the CS3 creative suite (photoshop and illustrator), which I believe are only single thread.
I was first considering a much slower CPU and graphic card, but for my uses, I think the faster processor gives me the advantage.
Here are the two I'm thinking about:
1. AMD AM2+ Phenom II 920 Quad Core 2.8GHz 8MB
2. Intel C2Q Q9300 2.5GHZ 6MB
Any thoughts? The AMD seems to be faster with more cache...is this an obvious choice? On the other hand, the Q9300 's architecture is 45nm. I have no intention of OC. I'll be running on a Asus P5QL Pro Mobo, 4GB RAM.
Thanks,
J