VI. A note overclocking the new processor based on Intel® Core™

The new processor now runs with a low multiplier and higher FSB. Previous generation of processor based on 800MHz will be happy to run on DDR2-533MHz with 1:1 settings and will have enough room to spare. However, with the advent of this new processor and higher FSB, the need to for known overclocking RAM or higher rated memory modules is becoming a must rather than nice to have. While this isn't much of a bad thing since there are many RAM modules today capable of running 1000MHz, however, if you have an old memory module with 533MHz frequency, then you might want to upgrade to better speed quality.

VI. Closing Thoughts

This processor shows really extreme performance even on stock settings. I can not complain about its stellar performance in anything I can throw at it. I can feel the difference when working on many open files and running applications in the background, specially if I do some gaming from time to time. Saying I am very impressed is an understatement, this processor is leaps and bound better than anything out there. A quick look at the numbers generated by benchmark is proof enough already. It really defies pricing as well, as this is priced in line with current offerings from Chipzilla and significantly better performing than everything else dual core on the market. When it comes to pricing, this processor is a sub $200 part, if anyone is going to complain, I'd say you are one unreasonable brat. The performance can not be discounted!

I have touched this already in my other article, but I will just repeat it again: warranty. Intel® provides a solid 3Year warranty on its retail boxed processor. Using the processor at a stock speed will not void the warranty, however, once overclocked, then say goodbye to your warranty. While this should be common knowledge already, I just feel the need to emphasize it and remind everyone to play safe with their rig and don't do drastic changes as this can mean getting your system to be unstable.

If anyone is looking for a performance dual core playtoy or just planning on building a great all around rig with o without some overclocking planned, then this processor is a definite fit. The processor is relatively cool compared to their older cousins Intel® Pentium® D 900 and 800 series processors and offers a competitive performance at its price point. If you are looking for that one more pimping rig, look no further, because this is it.