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The quad-core project - Building the PC walkthrough

Last weekend we built two new quad-core PCs over at the PC Doc HQ. I promised that you'd be first to see the results of our hard work - well, here you go. by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes

Tags: pc, intel, quad, q6600, asus, corsair, quad-core, adrian kingsley-hughes

Image galleries 2007-09-09

Weekend Project - Building two quad-core PCs

Instead of a Friday Rant today I thought I'd kick off what will pan out into a short series of articles. Tomorrow, If all goes well, I should be taking delivery of all the parts necessary to build two quad-core systems.  These systems will be based on...

Tags: pc, quad-core, system, overclocking, adrian kingsley-hughes

Blog posts 2007-08-31

Intel Quad Core CPU drops below $280!

Intel Quad Core CPU drops below $280!The sweetest spot in a whileThis article on AnandTechhttp://anandtech.com/memory/showdoc.aspx?i=2989&p=4highlights that the Q6600 will easily run at the new 1333 FSB on the P35 chipset easily outperforming the Extreme version QX6700 which is still $1000.AnandTech is of the opinion that once Intel figures this out,...

Tags: processors, operating systems, unix, anandtech, q6600, e6600, intel corp., advanced micro devices inc., cpu

Discussion threads 2007-07-23

Pick up an quad-core Q6600 for $266

Pick up an quad-core Q6600 for $266I doI want a quad core.typo in titleArian, heads up--typo alert--change 'an' to 'a'DangAnd I just placed an order for a Quad just the other day doh! typical :)Read the small printIn quanties of 1000. Your cost will be a lot more.Current...

Tags: processors, quad-core, q6600, pick-up

Discussion threads 2007-05-16

Pick up an quad-core Q6600 for $266

It's pretty obvious that Intel aren't going to give AMD a break from the non-stop price war that exists between the two companies.  From July, the price of an Intel quad-core Q6600 processor will fall to $266 (when bought in quantities of 1000).This is bad news for AMDAccording to DailyTech,...

Tags: components, amd, industry, intel

Blog posts 2007-05-16

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Dell Inspiron 518

The Inspiron 518 is a welcome update to Dell's traditional, mainstream desktop line. Basic configurations start at $399, although our $784 review unit is a competitive showcase of some of Dell's more advanced configuration options. We wish Dell sold this system with 64-bit Windows Vista, as competing mainstream PCs from...

Tags: notebooks, dell inspiron, dell computer corp., inspiron 518

Product reviews 2008-07-31

Dear Adobe, can we please have a 64-bit Flash player?

Dear Adobe, can we please have a 64-bit Flash player?nspluginwrapperWorks like a champ. It does the mapping between the 64-bit calls from Firefox and other compatible clients and the library's native 32-bit API.RE: Dear Adobe, can we please have a 64-bit Flash player?That update must have been a typo...

Tags: web browsers, network technology, kinda, 64-bit, adobe systems inc., mozilla firefox, macromedia flash player

Discussion threads 2008-07-30

Dell Studio Hybrid, new Inspirons reviewed

Dell announced today three new PCs. One of them, the Studio Hybrid, is a small form-factor desktop with a novel design that competes with the Apple Mac mini and HP Slimline series. The other two, the Dell Inspiron 13 laptop and Dell Inspiron 518 desktop, are more practical back-to-school boxes....

Tags: dell computer corp., pc, laptop computer, dell inspiron, studio hybrid, pcmag.com, inspiron 13, inspiron 518, notebooks, desktops, hardware, notebooks & tablets, john morris

Blog posts 2008-07-29

Saying that Windows "Workstation" 2008 is faster than Vista doesn't make it so

Saying that Windows "Workstation" 2008 is faster than Vista doesn't make it soPar for the course wrt anti-Vista bashers.They believe that repeating something ad nauseum will somehow make it true.Journalism or Rant?I'm afraid you've followed suit rather than taking the high road on this issue. By even responding to...

Tags: microsoft windows vista (longhorn), microsoft windows, microsoft windows vista, ram, workstation, microsoft windows xp

Discussion threads 2008-07-22

Intel cuts Core 2 and Xeon prices

Intel cuts Core 2 and Xeon pricesNow price for the E7200 (Dual-core, 2.53GHz)????Now price for the E7200 (Dual-core, 2.53GHz????This was in response to AMD good news...This move is a pre-emptive strike toward AMD's financial good news. Any chance to "stick it to 'em", right? :)Q6600 for $193? ...

Tags: processors, e7200, core 2, intel xeon, intel corp.

Discussion threads 2008-07-22

ZT Affinity 7225Xi-35

The $750 ZT Affinity 7225Xi-35 is a fairly ambitious lower-midrange PC. This fixed configuration includes a lower-end quad-core chip, 4GB of memory, and a discrete graphics card. The result is solid everyday performance, and if you need a basic, capable desktop, this system will serve. Its lack of 64-bit Windows...

Tags: desktops, processors, microsoft windows vista (longhorn), network technology, zt affinity 7225xi-35, velocity micro vector

Product reviews 2008-07-14

AMD Phenom gets (a little) faster

AMD has rounded out both the high and low ends of its desktop processor line with three new Phenoms. Though the chips have the same basic design, they are targeted at very different audiences by virtue of frequency, power consumption and price. The Phenom X4 9950 Black Edition--now AMD's fastest...

Tags: desktop, amd phenom, quad-core, advanced micro devices inc., hothardware, 9950be, processors, semiconductors, hardware, components, john morris

Blog posts 2008-07-01

Today we see AMD release three new high-performance quad-core desktop processors.

Today we see AMD release three new high-performance quad-core desktop processors.it's good to see AMD back in the game againCompeting on performmance rather than price only keeps the competition strong!Can't Wait for BenchmarksIt will be interesting to see how they compare with Intel Quads, especially at $235 for the top-end...

Tags: leadership, processors, price difference, intel q6600, advanced micro devices inc., high-performance quad-core desktop processor, new high-performance quad-core desktop processor, intel corp., quad-core desktop processor, processor, high-performance

Discussion threads 2008-07-01

Thinking about multicore and software

Thinking about multicore and softwareThanks! NT:)RE: Thinking about multicore and softwarePaul,Provided a link to this blog on http://www.multicoreinfo.com , which is a website for resources related to multicore processors.Independent JobsIn the Enterprise, dual core makes sense for handling anti-virus, encryption, and other annoying security overhead functions. When you start...

Tags: network technology, open source, t2, multics & pappl, thinking about multicore, hardware, software

Discussion threads 2008-06-09

Maingear Prelude (AMD Phenom X4 9850)

Maingear's AMD midrange Prelude desktop clearly has the Dell XPS 630 in its sights. The Prelude is faster almost across the board and at $1,499 it's less expensive. Our only reservation is with its interior. The Prelude case is very attractive on the outside, but to achieve its unique,...

Tags: processors, advanced micro devices inc., voodoo pc, amd phenom, prelude, maingear

Product reviews 2008-06-04

AMD makes its notebook move; Puma goes live

AMD makes its notebook move; Puma goes liveMaster Joe Says...How is this a win, even a small win, over Intel? AMD has produced one disaster, after another, after another, as of late. Intel has been taking leaps and bounds ahead, while AMD is stuck in the "theory" stage...

Tags: corporate communications, processors, notebooks, bluray, notebook, advanced micro devices inc., intel corp.

Discussion threads 2008-06-04

Hammering a dual quad-core Xeon system

The other day I wanted to test out the viability of simultaneously transcoding six DVDs to six separate .MP4 files suitable for my iPod touch. So I loaded a few software utilities onto a dual quad-core Xeon system and put it through its paces. How did this system cope with...

Tags: quad-core, iso, intel xeon, dvd, consumer electronics, iso standards, processors, personal technology, home entertainment, quality, business operations, semiconductors, hardware, components, adrian kingsley-hughes

Blog posts 2008-05-26

Intel to revamp processor lineup for Q3 08

I'm hearing rumors from a number of sources that suggest that Intel is planning another round of price cuts for existing CPUs and also the introduction of new processors for Q3 08. Price drops Here are some of the highlights from the rumored price...

Tags: price, intel core 2 duo, intel corp., processors, semiconductors, hardware, components, adrian kingsley-hughes

Blog posts 2008-05-20

Anyone ripped their entire DVD collection?

Over the weekend I was sitting down looking at my DVD collection when had one of those "weekend ideas" - Would it be feasible to rip my entire DVD collection to hard disk? Like most "weekend ideas" it sounded like a good idea at the time. No more...

Tags: job, disc, dvd, consumer electronics, personal technology, home entertainment, adrian kingsley-hughes

Blog posts 2008-05-19

The worst shopping experience on the web?

The worst shopping experience on the web?Be Glad...You actually got to talk to someone.. Ive made the mistake of ordering online, not getting a confirmation email, then calling every number on the website to hear.. "we're sorry, the number you have dialed is no longer in service."THAT is worse I...

Tags: engineering, web, battery, dell computer corp.

Discussion threads 2008-05-19