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    processor doubts

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Chiqui, Mar 22, 2006.

  1. Chiqui

    Chiqui Notebook Enthusiast

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    I know that the specific needed processor depends on the tasks that are going to be performed. So wich is better the dou-core or 64-bit for aplications such as heavy design programs like AutoCad?
     
    Chiqui, Mar 22, 2006
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  2. otaku

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    The way I understand it unless you use Windows xp x64 edition (64bit edition) it won't matter if you have a 64bit processor or not. 64 bit would be great but then again so is dual core not sure which is better though for what you're asking.
     
    otaku, Mar 22, 2006
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    Well, if you're program is multithreaded, a dual core processor will do wonders. If it is written for 64 bit, than a 64 bit proocessor will be awesome. If neither is applicable, then a single core 32 bit processor will do fine (although 64 bit is usually cheaper).
     
    MGS2392, Mar 22, 2006
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    There are also more companies these days releasing 64-Bit versions of their software, thus that makes 64-Bit a bit more future-proof in my opinion. It's all what you do with it, rather than what it is.
     
    Reize, Mar 22, 2006
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    For some reason multithreaded programs slipped my mind, listen to MGS2392 ^^;
     
    Reize, Mar 22, 2006
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