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To: wanna_bmw who wrote (163391)	4/3/2002 10:58:15 AM
From: The Duke of URL©	Respond to of 186894

Ripped off MF without so much as a how dee do: [Good comparison of ddr to rdr?] Author: pc41 Number: of 40565 Subject: Sharkyextreme's Review of the 2.4 Ghz P4 Date: 4/3/02 2:48 AM Post New • Post Reply • Reply Later • Create Poll Report this Post • Recommend it! Recommendations: 2 One more review of the newest P4 from Intel. sharkyextreme.com Some interesting conclusions: Benchmark Analysis When comparing the performance of Pentium 4 processors, the choice of platforms is almost as important as the CPU itself. The i850/RDRAM system performed exceptionally and leaves little doubt that Intel now has the highest performing CPU/platform on the market. Where the Pentium 4-2.4 GHZ really impresses is in its ability to elevate the performance of the i845D as well, and surpass the nForce-powered Athlon XP 2100+ in the majority of benchmarks. This is where the real Intel victory comes, as Intel DDR performance systems have now become much more competitive. In real-world testing, the new Pentium 4-2.4 GHz is also a very impressive CPU. Regardless of where you sit in the IPC vs. Clock Speed argument, this is the fastest desktop processor you can buy. Gaming speed is top notch, both i850 and i845D platforms are rock solid and the Pentium 4 Northwood core contributes to high-end performance and a cooler-running system. To match this, AMD needs to get their Thoroughbred core out very soon, especially since Intel is increasing core speeds at an unprecedented rate. Value The top end of the Pentium 4 spectrum has always been a very expensive place to do your buying. The Pentium 4-2.4 GHz is certainly no exception, and with an estimated street price of $625-$650, this is not a purchase for everyone. Then again, compared to the $500 cost of a Pentium 4-2.2 GHz it may not be that hard to swallow, especially those with the available budget. The AMD Athlon is a better value from a processing viewpoint ($250 for an Athlon XP 2100+), but the Pentium 4 Northwood does have its pluses as well. Final Comments With the release of the Pentium 4-2.4 GHz, we are starting to see where the real Intel strategy is heading. By continuing to push the clock speed envelope hard with each new release, the Pentium 4 is certainly putting the pressure on the Athlon XP. Not only does the Northwood run cooler than the Athlon XP, but it is now the fastest performing desktop processor as well. We'll be watching closely to see how AMD reacts, but for now at least, Intel has the fastest chip on the block.

To: wanna_bmw who wrote (163391)	4/3/2002 11:37:41 AM
From: Charles Gryba	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 186894

wbmw, so what's the point of quoting the Mhz of a given cpu if it does not tell me what its performance is like? It's like as if BMW started saying "Our cars have a 6000 RPM redline and have a 3 liter capacity", the other guys "Audi" have a 5000 rpm redline and a 2.7 liter capacity. Meaningless baloney. C p.s. I am not saying quantispeed is perfect but until Intel and its lackies ( did I spell that right?) concede that Mhz is just as meaningless then I have to defend quantispeed.