no e8400, other options?

JudgeDreadLocks · February 12th, 2008, 22:03

cyberpowerpc.com is out of E8400...

how unlucky for me, cause it was there yesterday, and i try to order it today, and its gone. are there any other good dual core alernatives (overclocking-wise)? my selections include:
E6850 CPU @ 3.00GHz
E6750 CPU @ 2.66GHz
maybe ill try ibuypower...

Kaizen · February 12th, 2008, 22:15

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Originally Posted by JudgeDreadLocks

cyberpowerpc.com is out of E8400...

how unlucky for me, cause it was there yesterday, and i try to order it today, and its gone. are there any other good dual core alernatives (overclocking-wise)? my selections include:
E6850 CPU @ 3.00GHz
E6750 CPU @ 2.66GHz
maybe ill try ibuypower...

Don't go for a 6 series,

just get an e8200 or wait,
getting a an e6xx0 processor would be a waste now 45nm is out
(for overclockers anyway

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tiki · February 12th, 2008, 22:20

build your own computer save 200-300 bucks

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PCXL-Fan · February 12th, 2008, 22:26

This seems like dejavu, cuz I think I had this conv with you before but...

You live in newyork one of the tech capitals of the world so don't limit yourself to ONLY cyberpower, go to any of the 100 reputatable computer dealers in your area and get them to build you a custom computer with an e8400. Better yet if something breaks down, you don't have to ship it back and wait weeks for it to be fixed. You can just go down to the local computershop and have it fixed in 1-4 days.

If you must buy from a online dealer, also check out iBUYPOWER: Custom Build Gaming Computers Desktop PCs, Notebooks their prices are comparable to cyberpower's.

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mudlord · February 12th, 2008, 22:50

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getting a an e6xx0 processor would be a waste now 45nm is out
(for overclockers anyway )

I have to agree. Heck, I am running a E4500 and that handles anything I throw at it. I don't see the point of constantly keeping up to date, when I have a system that fits my needs anyway....

PCXL-Fan · February 12th, 2008, 23:00

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Originally Posted by mudlord

I have to agree. Heck, I am running a E4500 and that handles anything I throw at it. I don't see the point of constantly keeping up to date, when I have a system that fits my needs anyway....

I think john aiton is saying that he should upgrade. But if he does he needs to go with an e8xxx instead of a e6xxx, especially if he wants to overclock to play pcsx2.

You on the otherhand are fine with your e4xxx proc because you don't try running pcsx2 on it.

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Kaizen · February 12th, 2008, 23:22

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Originally Posted by tiki

build your own computer save 200-300 bucks

he is...otherwise he wouldn't be asking about cpus

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Originally Posted by PCXL-Fan

I think john aiton is saying that he should upgrade. But if he does he needs to go with an e8xxx instead of a e6xxx, especially if he wants to overclock to play pcsx2.

You on the otherhand are fine with your e4xxx proc because you don't try running pcsx2 on it.

yeah, since the thread poster doesn't have either series of core 2.
He should definitely get a wolfdale

They're priced cheaper compared to the equivelant 6 series,
like an e8200 is cheaper than an e6750 (even at the currently inflated prices)

getting a 65nm core 2 would be just illogical.
unless JudgeDreadLocks can get a stellar deal on one

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mudlord · February 12th, 2008, 23:35

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You on the otherhand are fine with your e4xxx proc because you don't try running pcsx2 on it.

Because I don't see the point in PS2 emulation (not having original PS2 discs) and wasting money on computer parts when software is still infantile and capable of more optimization

Just upgrading solely to run unoptimized software is purely idiotic.

**@ruantec** · February 13th, 2008, 09:59

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Originally Posted by mudlord

Because I don't see the point in PS2 emulation (not having original PS2 discs) and wasting money on computer parts when software is still infantile and capable of more optimization

Just upgrading solely to run unoptimized software is purely idiotic.

i agree with that post at 100%

i upgrade to Q6600 but for other reasons and not for PCSX2.... people upgrade all the time with the hope to get better results.. and yes you get them but is not worth at the moment to spend all that money to run un-optimized software.

anyways if you want to build a new puter i recommend to buy one of those e8xxx.. they cost almost the same as the e6xxx ones and have more capabilities... but if you already own a e6xxx i don´t see the need for a upgrade.

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tiki · February 13th, 2008, 00:19

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Originally Posted by John Aiton

he is...otherwise he wouldn't be asking about cpus

no, he was asking what a good alternative to the e8400 is because cyberpowerpc was out of them.

hence he was buying a full computer from cyberpowerpc

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Kaizen · February 13th, 2008, 00:32

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Originally Posted by tiki

no, he was asking what a good alternative to the e8400 is because cyberpowerpc was out of them.

hence he was buying a full computer from cyberpowerpc

ah, right

I was just assuming cyberpowerpc was a generic component store

DIY is always the best

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Godwin · February 13th, 2008, 00:03

Why do you think I throw the people asking about it into Hardware discussion half the time?
I got mine because everything I do is faster. Everything I do goes zoom zoom zoom! Hell, the only game I beat on PCSX2 was Disgaea 2.

PCXL-Fan · February 13th, 2008, 00:30

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Originally Posted by JudgeDreadLocks

cyberpowerpc.com is out of E8400...

how unlucky for me, cause it was there yesterday, and i try to order it today, and its gone. are there any other good dual core alernatives (overclocking-wise)? my selections include:
E6850 CPU @ 3.00GHz
E6750 CPU @ 2.66GHz
maybe ill try ibuypower...

I checked out Ibuypower.... doesn't have the wolfsdale.... your in luck though NCIX does have them. Click this link NCIX.com - Premier Computer Store - Great Technology, Service and Selection. and build your computer to your hearts desire. I checked and they have the 8400 in stock. Its a very reliable very trustworthy business and website. I've purchased half a dozen computer parts from them and they've never let me down or anyone I know whos ever used them.

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Godwin · February 13th, 2008, 00:43

Mwave.com: Build Your Own System

mwave is another possibility as $80 to assemble your PC and test it doesn't seem too cut-throat.

PCXL-Fan · February 13th, 2008, 04:46

Wham, Bam, thank you Micro Center. e8400 for only $189.99 Micro Center eNews Update
Micro Center Westbury New York

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Phil · February 13th, 2008, 08:07

Ive been hitting up microcenter for the last few months and their prices are pretty good. just dont expect tech support at the higher level.

I asked a worker there a question about dual cores. he didnt know what one was, since he directed me to the PCI and LAN card area. And a female worker there told me that theres no difference between sata, sata 2 and E-Sata. (Actually, she said theres no such thing as E-Sata)

I asked her if they sold hdds with 32mb cache. she laughed, winked at her coworkers, and directed me to a 320GB HDD (8mb) and explained to me that they stopped making 32mb hdds years ago.
She told my friend (who was building a comp at the time) to get an Ultra PSU since it was on sale-550w for $49.99
When we got it home, it lasted for aproximately 8 minutes before kicking the bucket, taking the Asus M2-R32 550 Crossfire motherboard i sold to my friend with it.

My personal favorite-I wanted to screw around with them so I asked what an IRQ was (memory allocation) and was directed to computer software "Test Your IQ on Your Computer!!($69.99)"

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PCXL-Fan · February 14th, 2008, 00:51

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I asked a worker there a question about dual cores. he didnt know what one was, since he directed me to the PCI and LAN card area. And a female worker there told me that theres no difference between sata, sata 2 and E-Sata. (Actually, she said theres no such thing as E-Sata)

I asked her if they sold hdds with 32mb cache. she laughed, winked at her coworkers, and directed me to a 320GB HDD (8mb) and explained to me that they stopped making 32mb hdds years ago.
\

reminds me of the girls working at EB Games. Some know their stuff but many know almost nothing about videogames or consoles. They are just hired there because of equal gender hiring business regulations.

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JudgeDreadLocks · February 14th, 2008, 00:19

you know what, im thinkin about goin back to AMD...6400 black edition. i cant wait anymore... plus, i get a better deal at cyberpower pc with alot of extras...

makotech222 · February 14th, 2008, 01:02

im just waiting on newegg for the e8400 then i can finally order my pc.

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JudgeDreadLocks · February 14th, 2008, 01:10

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im just waiting on newegg for the e8400 then i can finally order my pc.

they have tem on amazon.com

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JudgeDreadLocks The Nicest Black Guy Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NY Posts: 181	no e8400, other options? cyberpowerpc.com is out of E8400... how unlucky for me, cause it was there yesterday, and i try to order it today, and its gone. are there any other good dual core alernatives (overclocking-wise)? my selections include: E6850 CPU @ 3.00GHz E6750 CPU @ 2.66GHz maybe ill try ibuypower...

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February 12th, 2008, 22:20	#3
tiki yea sioux sioux Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: North Dakota Posts: 161	build your own computer save 200-300 bucks __________________ Sold my desktop, still have my macbook though!

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Godwin Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ohaio Posts: 1,069	Why do you think I throw the people asking about it into Hardware discussion half the time? I got mine because everything I do is faster. Everything I do goes zoom zoom zoom! Hell, the only game I beat on PCSX2 was Disgaea 2.

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Godwin Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ohaio Posts: 1,069	Mwave.com: Build Your Own System mwave is another possibility as $80 to assemble your PC and test it doesn't seem too cut-throat.

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Phil 339.9 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: USA Posts: 14,777	Ive been hitting up microcenter for the last few months and their prices are pretty good. just dont expect tech support at the higher level. I asked a worker there a question about dual cores. he didnt know what one was, since he directed me to the PCI and LAN card area. And a female worker there told me that theres no difference between sata, sata 2 and E-Sata. (Actually, she said theres no such thing as E-Sata) I asked her if they sold hdds with 32mb cache. she laughed, winked at her coworkers, and directed me to a 320GB HDD (8mb) and explained to me that they stopped making 32mb hdds years ago. She told my friend (who was building a comp at the time) to get an Ultra PSU since it was on sale-550w for $49.99 When we got it home, it lasted for aproximately 8 minutes before kicking the bucket, taking the Asus M2-R32 550 Crossfire motherboard i sold to my friend with it. My personal favorite-I wanted to screw around with them so I asked what an IRQ was (memory allocation) and was directed to computer software "Test Your IQ on Your Computer!!($69.99)" __________________ Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others

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JudgeDreadLocks The Nicest Black Guy Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NY Posts: 181	you know what, im thinkin about goin back to AMD...6400 black edition. i cant wait anymore... plus, i get a better deal at cyberpower pc with alot of extras...

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makotech222 The one and only Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Chicago Illinois Posts: 3,609	im just waiting on newegg for the e8400 then i can finally order my pc. __________________ Desktop: [Windows 7 x64][Asus P8P67 Deluxe][Intel i5 2500k @4.4ghz][EVGA GTX 570][Corsair DDR3 8gb] [Corsair 550w][Viewsonic 23inch 120hz 1680x1050 Display] Lenovo X200Tablet: [Windows 7 x64][L9400 @1.86ghz][Intel GMA 4500MHD][2gb Ram][160GB 7200rpm][LED-lit Touchscreen/pen-abled]