CPU
The processor market is currently dominated by Intel, so I’m afraid that if you’re hoping for AMD offerings, look away now …
If you’ve got a stack of cash that you’re desperate to get rid of then the CPU to do just that is the Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650. Four cores, each running at 3.0GHz and an FSB of 1,333MHz makes this CPU a monster.
Do you really need a QX9750? If you have to ask that question, the answer is probably “no,” but if you have apps that max out your existing quad-core processor, this one might make those games run a little faster of allow you to render that video a little quicker.
Price - around $1,100
Note: At some point soon Intel will release the QX9775. This one will have four cores each running at a blistering 3.2GHz and have a faster 1.600MHz FSB. Expect this processor to be reassuringly expensive.
At the mid range, Intel still rules. It’s hard to pick a specific CPU for the mid-range but the range to be looking at is the Core 2 Duo.
The sweet spot in that range is the 2.66GHz E6750. It offers good performance at a reasonable price, plus you can tinker with it in the overclocking department if you want to.
Price - around $200
Hard to overlook - Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 - New!
Gaining entry into the “Quad Core Club” has never been cheaper - for about $260 you can pick up a Core 2 Quad Q6600. 2.4GHz, 8MB cache and a 1066MHz FSB should be fast enough for most!
Price - around $260
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