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    T5670 to T8300

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by hypdotspec, Dec 12, 2008.

  1. hypdotspec

    hypdotspec Notebook Evangelist

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    I've found a good deal on a used T8300 processor on ebay and am considering replacing my T5670(1.8ghz/800/2mb).

    I know theres alot of pros to switch over (+600mhz/45nm and whatnot), but would it really be worth the $175 to upgrade it?

    I'm going to be doing a lot of programming and will be using alot of IT related programs in the very near future.
     
    hypdotspec, Dec 12, 2008
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  2. TehSuigi

    TehSuigi Notebook Virtuoso

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    I spent $200 going from a T5550 (1.83/667/65nm/2MB cache) to a T8300, and it was the best $200 I've spent in a long time.
    You're in a different situation since you won't be upping the FSB speed too, but I think it'll make a decent impact.
    Plus, might as well move up to the most advanced architecture for your socket/chipset.
     
    TehSuigi, Dec 13, 2008
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  3. K-TRON

    K-TRON Hi, I'm Jimmy Diesel ^_^

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    Honestly, I would look for a T9300.
    Its a 2.5Ghz chip, and I have seen them go for pretty cheap.
    This guy has one for sale, for just over $220:
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=320336

    or if you want a decent upgrade, you can try this:
    (T7500 2.2Ghz for $125)
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=330459

    Your probably best off getting the T7500 since it will perform better than the T8300, and come at a $50 less price from a very respected nbr member.

    Good luck with the upgrade

    K-TRON
     
    K-TRON, Dec 13, 2008
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  4. TehSuigi

    TehSuigi Notebook Virtuoso

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    I'm sorry, on what planet will the T7500 perform better than the T8300? It's down 200 MHz and on an older architecture - things that 1MB of L2 cache can NOT make up.
    If we're talking price vs. performance, then it's a more even keel.
    Come on K-Tron, you should know this. ;)
     
    TehSuigi, Dec 13, 2008
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  5. K-TRON

    K-TRON Hi, I'm Jimmy Diesel ^_^

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    oh crap, I thought he said T8100
    woops T8300 is better if you have the extra money for it

    thanks tehsuigi
    I should get myself some sleep ;)

    K-TRON
     
    K-TRON, Dec 13, 2008
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  6. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Well, I guess we all can't be geniuses. I think unless your doing something CPU intensive I doubt it'll make a huge difference, even then the difference won't be all that big. If you're looking for a performance boost, a faster hard drive if you've not done so already, usually offers the best bang for the buck.
     
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  7. atbnet

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    For that price I'd probably so go for it.
     
    atbnet, Dec 13, 2008
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  8. flipfire

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    I currently have the T7500, its a great cpu. It can reach .850v SuperLFM idle.

    Though im still looking to upgrade to a T8300 cause they undervolt better, run cooler and faster. The Penryn chips is a significant step up from the merom chips

    $175 is a good price, make sure it is an Engineering sample chip.
     
    flipfire, Dec 13, 2008
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  9. hypdotspec

    hypdotspec Notebook Evangelist

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    hypdotspec, Dec 13, 2008
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