[Chris]

I dont know much about processors but i was wondering as when i bought my current system it came with a Dual Core 4000+ processor but i dont know how good that is, and if its poor then could you recommend one please?

Thanks.

[Joshuashawharvey]

The CPU you are referring to is an AMD Athlon 64 X2 4000+, running at a clock speed of 2.1GHz. This CPU is a good CPU for the most common tasks, and even most games. It is a good CPU for the price, but don't expect the world from it, as it is, well, mid range nowadays. If you are an extreme gamer, or something along those lines, I would reccomend a much better CPU, also if you plan to overclock, personally I would not reccomend, as I have found, AMD have trouble with overclocking, even overclocking 200MHz more. It is more than capable of running almost anything with ease.

[Chris]

Whats sort of CPU or a range would you recommend?

[Joshuashawharvey]

It all depends on what you use ur computer for. What applications do you use? Do you play games? If so which ones? Do you use graphic intensive applications? If you can tell me what you use your computer for, then I can give you a reccomendation

[Jason]

It would be useful if you told us your price range.

Regards Jason

[Chris]

Well i am a game player and i am rather and intense as i would like to play COD4 maxed out completely and and would like to play all the latest games maxed out. Also i think the price range for £100 - 150 or £200.

[Joshuashawharvey]

Well if you prefer Intel, go for the Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600, which is a quad core CPU, running at 2.4GHz, I own one and they are blisteringly fast and eat any application for breakfast, and overclock like crazy. Priced At around £150-£180
If you prefer AMD, go for the new AMD Phenom 9500+ Quad Core, running at 2.2GHZ, and priced at about £180. I have not tried this CPU but it will run any application or game with ease

Please note that NONE of these CPUs ive mentioned will work in your current system.

If you want a CPU that will more than likely work in your current system, I reccomend and AMD Athlon 64 x2 6400+, clocked at 3.2GHz, and priced at about £140. But to get it to work in your current system, you may need a BIOS update and may need to review the wattage of your power supply, also the cooling in your system.

[Chris]

Ok thank you very much.

[Jaymie1989]

Make sure its compatible with your motherboard.

[Atk Spade]

Also take into consdieration that if you want to run COD4 on high settings, you are going to have to evaluate other components (Gfx, RAM etc.) not just your CPU. Sure your CPU plays an important role, but a strong CPU will not make up for weak components.

[Joe]

one word of warning. Makesure you check around everywere befor purchase there have been a bit of scam to people that are buying things over the internet Ie Realy high prices always double check the price.

[Joshuashawharvey]

Very true. All aspects of your system need to be addressed, although you probably already know. Your graphics card, RAM and hard drive also play important roles when playing games so don't forget to take these into account. And remember with powerful components a high wattage power supply is reccomended and watch out for your temperatures. You don't want your components to burn out after 6 months.

[Daveskater]

You could get an AMD 64 X2 5000+ Black Edition which has an unlocked multiplier, and can probably be OC'd higher than the 6400+ BE because it uses a lower nm process so it will run cooler. I haven't got the budget or hardware to test that out, though