Okay now normally I am an Intel fan but while searching for quad core cpu's I came across these to cpu's.

1. AMD CPU - Quad core 3.0 ghz 6mb cache
2. Intel CPU - Quad core 3.0 ghz 12 mb cache

Now my question is this, other than cache what is the difference between the two? the cost is the only one I see but as far as performance goes how do they perform?

What do you guys think?

Thank you,
Musya

Well this certainly can start a debate. So hopefully it doesn't get too hostile.

The difference between the two chips goes right down to the architecture and the instruction set they use. AMD has a bit more of a refined instruction set and historically has run more intensive programs better (gaming) and a bit cooler. Intel however has been the work horse of many proven computer systems and typically can reach higher horsepower and number crunching.

I have liked AMD for awhile but given the current market, AMD is slowly disappearing. Since Intel controls a large part of the market (enterprise servers and has deals with major vendors like Dell) they have a lot of weight in the market.

I think my next processor will probably be an Intel because I have serious doubts as to how long AMD can hang in there. While there use to be a big advantage for AMD over Intel in the past, they are virtually neck and neck now. I still think AMD has a slight edge over Intel in multicore processors, but it is really slim.

So the choice you have is AMD with a slight better performance for gaming and cheaper, but dying in the market, or Intel which has a lot of power and thriving with motherboard makers catering to it, but a little bit pricier on average.

Both are great processors and either brand will suit you well, just be cautious of AMD motherboards disappearing and AMD slowly falling in the market.



This post has been edited by Martyr2: 17 Jun, 2009 - 07:39 PM

Got it, thank you, yea usually need it for rendering video and 3d type of work, I do prefer Intel but at the price difference I was just wondering.

Thank you very much for your help.
Musya