X2 6000 vs. e6600 question

fynanceguy · Apr 22, 2007

I am looking at building a computer for a friend. It will be used for business apps and multitasking.

This computer will not be overclocked, so I was wondering how the x2 6000 holds up against the e6600, both are stock. Both chips look to be around the same price. I heard the AMD boards are a bit less expensive. Looking to save a few bucks overall, so good stable motherboard suggestions would be appreciated. Maybe a motherboard with onboard video?

I would consider a lower speed cpu also.

Thanks,

hUMANbEATbOX · Apr 22, 2007

if you are not overclocking, then you can go really cheap on the intel mobo. if this was in the intel or general cpu section, i would go into more detail, but i don't want to ruffle any feathers in here.

if the price is about the same, i would go with the e6600. if there is a savings to be had, even if its only $50-100, i would go with the x2.

fynanceguy · Apr 22, 2007

I don't want to ruffle feathers either, but would like to get more detail. Just wondering if I used the x2 6000 if I could get by with cheaper ram and motherboard to lower the cost, since it will be stock.

Did not see any posts in the General CPU section.

Thanks,

hUMANbEATbOX · Apr 22, 2007

cheaper mobo and ram? not likely when running stock speeds. the ram would be exactly the same. the mobo i can't say for sure. i know that there are great OC'ing am2 mobos available for cheap, say around $70, and i know that the cheapest decent OC'ing mobo for C2D's is about $95. with respect to totally stock speeds, you could get by with a $50 mobo for either platform.

QuietIce · Apr 22, 2007

If you're looking for a cheap, stock platform I'd pick the following:

X2 4000+ Brisbane $100
GIGABYTE GA-M61VME-S2 $55 (includes nVidia 6100 graphics)
CORSAIR ValueSelect (2 x 512MB) DDR2 667 $57

This system will multi-task and run office apps with ease (unless you're referring to CAD programs

). It should even play non-graphic intense games like Civ IV. You could save a little more by running a Brisbane X2 3600+ @ $72 - a little slower but not enough to show up in a business app ...

fynanceguy · Apr 22, 2007

I thought I saw a x2 5600 (2.8ghz?)for around $169 somewhere. If so I would not mind paying the extra 70 bucks. I think it was the Windsor core though. Just wondering how much of an improvement a Brisbane core is over the Windsor core, clock for clock.

Edit: Looks like my question was answered on a previous thread

Thanks

QuietIce · Apr 22, 2007

If you're willing to pay the extra that's a good choice ...

Mr.Guvernment · Apr 22, 2007

you can buy cheap mobo's and ram for either platform these days, the "myth" AMD has cheaper mobo's is no longer.

tyler_bishop · Apr 23, 2007

C2D 6600 and biostar 965pt PERFECT combo for under 320$

fynanceguy · Apr 23, 2007

need raid setup

Oroka Sempai · Apr 24, 2007

Go with something like the server in my sig, minus the X600 and 320GB HDD, and get a X2 3600 instead. Whole thing (minus windows) cost less than $300. A work rig dosent need alot of power, and going AM2 (or 775) allows for a few years of upgradability.

fynanceguy · Apr 24, 2007

Oroka Sempai said:
Go with something like the server in my sig, minus the X600 and 320GB HDD, and get a X2 3600 instead. Whole thing (minus windows) cost less than $300. A work rig dosent need alot of power, and going AM2 (or 775) allows for a few years of upgradability.

I am building this for a friend, and she has some cash, so I was looking at building a decently fast computer that will be stock. She works with financial databases, and probably have 5-10 apps open at one time. I hope I never have to upgrade this computer!

Thanks,

Fynanceguy

QuietIce · Apr 24, 2007

In that case you should upgrade the RAM to 2x1Gb. I thought you were trying to build on the cheap.

The motherboard w/the built-in video is still a good choice for business apps ...

ancalime · Apr 24, 2007

Well since the prices of the two processors are the same, I would go for the E6600 (you can actually get it for $200 NOW free shipping at FRY'S). Pair it up with a low cost and stable mobo and 2GB of DDR2 and you are good to go.

fynanceguy · Apr 24, 2007

QuietIce said:
In that case you should upgrade the RAM to 2x1Gb. I thought you were trying to build on the cheap.

The motherboard w/the built-in video is still a good choice for business apps ...

Yes, cheap meaning no real need for a beefy psu or video card. I would consider a integrated video motherboard (not intel video). Definitely will use 2 gigs for ram.

My friend is looking to spend around $800-$900 for the whole setup. Probably should have started off with this information.

Thanks.

fynanceguy · Apr 24, 2007

ancalime said:
Well since the prices of the two processors are the same, I would go for the E6600 (you can actually get it for $200 NOW free shipping at FRY'S). Pair it up with a low cost and stable mobo and 2GB of DDR2 and you are good to go.

$200 bucks? Please send me the link. That looks like a killer deal for a e6600.

Edit: Found the link in cyberdeals http://shop4.outpost.com/product/4893660 Looks like a Sweet deal. Hope it holds until Thursday (Get paid).

Thanks

AlabamaCajun · Apr 24, 2007

Since no one posted something for AMD and this is. For others that read this thread should know. This setup will socket the 4 core procs out this Summer.

175 You could get the 5600
_75 For a good mobo (Biostar 550) or 20 bucks more for SLI
125 for 2x1G of ram. (150 more for a 2x2G set).
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375 for a jamming brare system upgrade.

I would spend a little more on the chipset and get a 975. I have a 965 and it's not up to the snuff of the 975. If you are going to buy a bad as5 chip them get a chipset to match.

Oroka Sempai · Apr 25, 2007

fynanceguy said:
I am building this for a friend, and she has some cash, so I was looking at building a decently fast computer that will be stock. She works with financial databases, and probably have 5-10 apps open at one time. I hope I never have to upgrade this computer!

Thanks,

Fynanceguy

I am assuming you are going with XP, if so 1GB RAM should be more than enough for business app multi-tasking, and running some music. Unless the databases she will be using are colossal, 1GB is fine.

IMO if she will be doing alot of multi-tasking, spend about $400 on the computer, and get her 2 19" LCDs (you will need a cheap-o video card for the second video head). I have alot of stuff open when I do my graphic design and website design stuff, and being able to have 2 applications full screen at once is a god send.

greenmaji · Apr 25, 2007

Requested thread to be moved for approprately ballanced advice.

fynanceguy, is there a set budget or an estamate for the build?

sobe · Apr 25, 2007

fynanceguy said:
My friend is look to spend around $800-$900 for the whole setup. Probably should have started off with this information.

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