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Subject: Is Intel Core I7 930 2.80 Ghz  as good or better option than AMD
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> I've always been an AMD fan but am getting the idea that they are =20
> loosing their edge.  So my question if the Intel Core I7 930 2.80 Ghz =20=

> is as good and option or is their a better AMD at a similar o cheaper =20=

> price?
>=20
> I plan to install this in a GigaByte GA-X58A/UD7 motherboard with 6 Gb =
=20
> in a Cosmos-S Cooler Master cabinet with extra fans and Cooler Master =20=

> 600w power supply.

You've apparently already made your choice, as that MB is only socketed =
for a certain family of Intel CPUs.  The days of pin compatible Intel =
and AMD CPUs are long gone.

However if the MB decision is still open, there are many web sites that =
do comparisons.  Tom's Hardware comes to mind.  Anandtech is another.

Personally, I go with AMD.   But it's more of a habit than anything =
technical.

-Jed=