Ok seriously now 2.4c or 2.6c?

[dryars]

I'm on the verge of buying either one, money will not be a factor during my purchase. I just want to know which cpu is likely to hit 3.4+ and which one will get the higher fsb while maintaining a 1:1 ratio. Keep in mind that this will be air cooled.

This is what I plan on getting:

CPU - 2.4C or 2.6C
MB - P4P800-DLX
RAM - OCZ 3700 GOLD
HSF - SK-900U
Case - Coolermaster ATC-710
Vid - 9800Pro 256
SND - o/b
HD - 2x 36 GB WD Raptors

[mattspalace]

Hitting 3.4GHz will definately be easier with a 2.6C (higher multiplier), but it's also possible with the 2.4C.

If you are looking at a 1:1 ratio, hmmm...honestly, if you're going with a 1:1 ratio you might consider a 2.8C. If not that, then the 2.6C. Mine runs 3.4GHz no problemo.. I have more room, but my memory is holding me back for now..

- A 1:1 with 250fsb would yield 3.25GHz for the 2.6C compared to 3.0GHz for the 2.4C. A 2.8C would be 3.5GHz with a 2.8C (not sure if everyone is reaching those speeds though..)

If I was going 1:1 ratio, I'd either get the 2.6C or the 2.8C.

If I was going with a 5:4 ratio and the max fsb I could get, then I'd get the 2.4C (you won't hit the max GHz wall nearly as fast).

which is more important, 1:1 ratio, or highest possible fsb?

[micamica1217]

I have to agree with mattspalace.....

after all, you'll only lose about 5% performance with a 5/4 ratio, as compared to 1/1.

if high ghz and a 1/1 ratio is a must, then the 2.8c may be a better choice. even if you don't reach 250fsb, you'll be close to it, and you'r ghz as well as ram timmings should both be nice.

mica

[texasfit]

If you are set on running the 1:1 with the OCZ Gold then you should go with at least the 2.8C, but for best bang for your buck 2.4C with 5:4 on the OCZ would get you there.

[HRPufnStuf]

I'm only modelerately pleased with my 2.6c. Corsair ddr400 & IC7, on air with pumped up voltages and relazed mem setting I'm lucky to get 3.2 I'm on a phillipines chip tho - not supposedly one of the better at overclocking.

I'd say a 2.8c if you can afford it or then a 2.4c. Go 2.6c if you can gt a malay or costa only.

HR

[micamica1217]

HRPufnStuf,

WELCOME TO THE FORUMS.

hey, If you like, you can PM me......
maybe we can get a better result from your cpu.

mica

[Code 4]

Had a 2.6C that would only do 252FSB 3.28Ghz @1.75V. Got an OEM 2.4C with 1 year warranty for 170.66 from Newegg this morning. 285FSB 3.4Ghz @ 1.5875V :thup: and climbing. Prime Torture run over 2 hrs @ 285, Sandra Burnin 1 hr, Super Pi 32M, PcMark2003, 3Dmark01, running out of test so I think it is time to go higer. Temps 49C load and 33 Idle. I need new ram and possibly more cooling, but 300 is coming. See sig for rest of rig
Go get a 2.4C OEM

[Chuck232]

Hmmmm... I think in your case, I'd go for either a 2.4C or a 2.8C. You see, a 2.4C at ~3.4GHz woulb be ~285MHz FSB. Using the 5:4 divider, you'd get DDR456. Now, a 2.6C at ~3.4GHz would be ~260MHz FSB, and that at 1:1 would be DDR520... not necessarily possible for even the PC3700 Gold. A 2.8C at ~250MHz and 1:1 would probably give you the best performance, but is it worth the extra money?

[dryars]

Code 4, what is the fpo/batch # of your 2.4 oem?

[Code 4]

L310A735 Week 10 Malay. Here is a link to a bunch of other 2.4C's and what they have done: 2.4C's (http://www.abxzone.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=492633#post492633) There is some good info in this thread and you might be able to get an idea of what some peeps have done with their 2.4C's.

[micamica1217]

Originally posted by Chuck232
Hmmmm... I think in your case, I'd go for either a 2.4C or a 2.8C. You see, a 2.4C at ~3.4GHz woulb be ~285MHz FSB. Using the 5:4 divider, you'd get DDR456. Now, a 2.6C at ~3.4GHz would be ~260MHz FSB, and that at 1:1 would be DDR520... not necessarily possible for even the PC3700 Gold. A 2.8C at ~250MHz and 1:1 would probably give you the best performance, but is it worth the extra money?

the only problem I see is that:

2.4c week 10 malay's can do this easy...
malay's after week 10 seem to do OK as well.

but most 2.4c's only do 3.2-3.4ghz, and 3.2ghz seems closer to the norm. that's 270fsb...too much for 1/1, and 5/4 only is 216.

mica

[nimrod0031]

I just bought from the egg about a week ago and got an malay week 18. It will go all day at 300fsb and prime for 3 hours at 305fsb

[substratus]

nimrod, 300fsb for a 2.4c is like in the 90+ percentile, you are one lucky ocer :D

What is your vcore running if you don't mind my asking

Oh yeah and can I buy your chip? lol

[micamica1217]

Originally posted by substratus
nimrod, 300fsb for a 2.4c is like in the 90+ percentile, you are one lucky ocer :D

What is your vcore running if you don't mind my asking

Oh yeah and can I buy your chip? lol

what I think your saying is 300fsb is like in the 10+/- percentile.
LOL

anyway, just for added info:
week 10 and week 20 seem to be the best for malay....
yet a week or two before or after the above dates seem to be OK as well.

malay's may not be much of a factor today, it seems like the week #'s are more important....
but it is always a gamble.

btw, nimrod0031, nice OC.

mica

[Code 4]

Originally posted by nimrod0031
I just bought from the egg about a week ago and got an malay week 18. It will go all day at 300fsb and prime for 3 hours at 305fsb

Nice. I have the same ? as substratus and 2 others. What is the volt core? What cooling? What Temps, load/idle? Also, list the rest of your rig details if you do not mind. Thanks

[Chuck232]

Originally posted by nimrod0031
I just bought from the egg about a week ago and got an malay week 18. It will go all day at 300fsb and prime for 3 hours at 305fsb

:eek: Some people get all the luck don't they? ;)

[dryars]

Anyone know of any retailers that are willing to look for specific fpo/batch #'s for you?