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    Athlon 3700+ to an Athlon 4200+ X2 - worth doing?

    Thinking of upgrading from a 3700+ single core to a dual core 4200+ X2 as they are cheap right now (£40ish). I have a socket 939 mobo and will be running Vista 64. But do people think its worth doing? Will i notice a difference?

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    Re: Athlon 3700+ to an Athlon 4200+ X2 - worth doing?

    Personally I don't think it's worth upgrading now. Maybe a year ago but now - not really.

    I guess it depends on what you're using it for?
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    Re: Athlon 3700+ to an Athlon 4200+ X2 - worth doing?

    Gaming, serving up music files, WPing, internet... Everything really.

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    Re: Athlon 3700+ to an Athlon 4200+ X2 - worth doing?

    For multi tasking then dual core then Im sure you'll notice a big difference. For gaming I think 80% (or more) might not see any difference.

    Im on Single core still and have been considering for a long time to jump on the x2 wagon. Haven't found the prices are justified with so much more (beter) options available.
    I'd only go dual core for under £30 (for the 4200)
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