Difference between i3, i4 (etc.) and AMD A4 (A5 etc.)
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Hello,
I'm considering taking the plunge into a new desktop computer (I currently have 1GB of RAM and a 2.40GHz CPU!)... something with dual cores would be nice, I think.
However, I keep hearing about i3, i4, etc., as well as AMD A4, A5 (?) etc., which doesn't help me understand which of the two categories is equivalent or more powerful.
I even found specifications mentioning "AMD E1-2500," which makes me think that even within AMD, I don't know what the numbers indicate for superior power!
If someone could give me 3 examples to help me navigate these new notions of power...
THANK YOUUUUUUUUUUUU!
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I'm considering taking the plunge into a new desktop computer (I currently have 1GB of RAM and a 2.40GHz CPU!)... something with dual cores would be nice, I think.
However, I keep hearing about i3, i4, etc., as well as AMD A4, A5 (?) etc., which doesn't help me understand which of the two categories is equivalent or more powerful.
I even found specifications mentioning "AMD E1-2500," which makes me think that even within AMD, I don't know what the numbers indicate for superior power!
If someone could give me 3 examples to help me navigate these new notions of power...
THANK YOUUUUUUUUUUUU!
Configuration: Windows XP / Firefox 10.0.4
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1 réponse
The best way to know which CPU to choose is to first assess your needs. Whether you mainly plan to play games, do video editing, or simply browse the web.
It's been a while since dual-core processors have been around; it's a technology still used in Pentium, i3, and Athlon processors. They are usually cheaper and offer more performance for the price.
Nowadays, it's not just the frequency of the CPU that matters, but the various advantages it can provide. It's best to compare them on specialized websites.
Typically, AMD processors are somewhat cheaper and offer remarkable performance, but they consume more power.
Intel processors are also very good, slightly more expensive, but they require less energy. They also have an Intel HD graphics processor.
There are also AMD APUs, which also provide a significant graphics processor for the price.
Of course, a compatible motherboard is needed for the CPU, but prices don't vary much between Intel and AMD.
So, the main difference between AMD and Intel is power consumption and the performance/price ratio. Then, you can compare the CPUs individually to see which one suits you best.
4 cores are now standard for gaming. But nothing prevents you from getting one with more cores, like some i7 or AMD FX, for greater longevity.
My advice is to look at the CPUs on the market that fit your budget and needs, and then compare them to see which one will be the most suitable.
Pentiums are the cheapest, followed by i3, i5, and i7. Xeons are more for servers.
For AMD, there are Athlon II, A4, A6, A8, A10, and the FX series.
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Wards.
It's been a while since dual-core processors have been around; it's a technology still used in Pentium, i3, and Athlon processors. They are usually cheaper and offer more performance for the price.
Nowadays, it's not just the frequency of the CPU that matters, but the various advantages it can provide. It's best to compare them on specialized websites.
Typically, AMD processors are somewhat cheaper and offer remarkable performance, but they consume more power.
Intel processors are also very good, slightly more expensive, but they require less energy. They also have an Intel HD graphics processor.
There are also AMD APUs, which also provide a significant graphics processor for the price.
Of course, a compatible motherboard is needed for the CPU, but prices don't vary much between Intel and AMD.
So, the main difference between AMD and Intel is power consumption and the performance/price ratio. Then, you can compare the CPUs individually to see which one suits you best.
4 cores are now standard for gaming. But nothing prevents you from getting one with more cores, like some i7 or AMD FX, for greater longevity.
My advice is to look at the CPUs on the market that fit your budget and needs, and then compare them to see which one will be the most suitable.
Pentiums are the cheapest, followed by i3, i5, and i7. Xeons are more for servers.
For AMD, there are Athlon II, A4, A6, A8, A10, and the FX series.
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Buy a ward, stop a gank, save a life.
Wards.
Sincerely