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    512kb L2 Cache

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Sai, Feb 2, 2006.

  1. Sai

    Sai Notebook Enthusiast

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    Is 512kb Cache enough to play meduim performance games such as WoW? Also is 2mb L2 a huge significant difference?
     
    Sai, Feb 2, 2006
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  2. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    Depends on the processor.

    AMD processors don't need as large of an L2 cache because their memory controller is located on the processor itself, rather than off the processor and on the northbridge.

    You'll be fine with a 512k cache. I assume you are talking about the AMD Turion 64. The ML/MT-34 gives the best price/performance. :)

    All new Pentium M's come with a 2MB L2, so not like you have a choice there . .
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Feb 2, 2006
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