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new build review
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better than what's in my sig what's special about the 2500k?
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2500k is the beast on overclocking, even if you're not gonna overclock it is a worthy investment for just 30 bucks
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is there a review or anything that compares the 2500k to the non K series cpu's? cause i just dont see anything that justifies the higher price when the one i chose would be just as good plus i dont plan to OC
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the only thing about it that seems special about it to me is it can be overclocked very high very easily, the only thing this computer is going to be used for is photoshop, some 3d modeling, second life, and a couple of guildwars clients, but it seems to me that the one i chose would be good for this aswell
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Better than your current rig? Yes, I'm sure it's going to considerably better.
Here's some charts over at tomshardware if you want to see the difference between the 2400 and 2500k
http://www.tomshardware.com/charts/...obe-Photoshop-CS-5,Marque_fbrandx14,2426.html
Here's some charts over at tomshardware if you want to see the difference between the 2400 and 2500k
http://www.tomshardware.com/charts/...obe-Photoshop-CS-5,Marque_fbrandx14,2426.html
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You can get a 6850 for $10 extra.
Link: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102908
Around 25% to 60% faster.
Link: http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/296?vs=291
Tasks in PS are 25% faster when using an 30% OC'ed 2600k.
Link:http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/sandy-bridge-overclocking-efficiency,2850-7.html
Link: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102908
Around 25% to 60% faster.
Link: http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/296?vs=291
Tasks in PS are 25% faster when using an 30% OC'ed 2600k.
Link:http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/sandy-bridge-overclocking-efficiency,2850-7.html
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2500k worth the $30, 3d modelling and ps can sometimes be processor intensive.. especially if your multitasking...
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I didn't notice what power supply you have chose.
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i have a antec 650watt psu here thats not being used, i also took manu2b suggestion and order the 6850 instead of the one i chose, i also went with the 2400 cause i didnt see any reason but overclocking to get the 2500k thanks for the help all
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I think I just died a little inside. /sadface
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You're welcome.
Going with the 2400 is no big deal actually.
If you feel a lack of power, you could always resell it and buy a second hand Ivy Bridge, as your board is compatible with this new architecture to come.
