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What's so special about the Athlon64 X2 ?

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C
cyberia.in Original post #1
Dec 7, 2005 at 3:37 PM
I've been hearing a lot about this processor, but what edge does it have over others. What sort of users and software can expect a major performance gain from these processors ?
V
Dec 7, 2005 at 9:10 PM
they are fastest proc's on earth now

they offer grt computing speeds

their biggest assest is the support they offer for multiprogramming !!!

ofcourse they do cost a TON now ...
C
cryptid #3
Dec 7, 2005 at 9:34 PM
@vijay_7287
are u from hyderabad???
V
Dec 7, 2005 at 9:42 PM
yes, but wrong section dude !!!
Q
Dec 8, 2005 at 9:17 AM
In simple terms X2 is a Dual Core processor.

Main use is multitaking.

If u like to use multiple programs at a single time then X2 is for u.
C
Dec 8, 2005 at 4:30 PM
Sounds good. What the lowest cost of the entry level one (outside india) ?
V
Dec 8, 2005 at 7:26 PM
dunno the exact price
but heard tht they do cost a thud !!!

for instance abt 45000 bucks ...
C
Dec 8, 2005 at 7:33 PM
Cheapest one's for $400 :-(