Hello Everyone,



It was not too long ago that the web was buzzing with dual-core versus
quad-core debates. Sides were taken and lines were drawn. At that time, one
of the main arguments against quad-core processors was their high asking
price. But as time passed and manufacturing refinements were made, costs
steadily decreased and quad-cores found their way into the more mainstream
market segments. And before you knew it, a price war was imminent.



Intel and AMD have been going at one another for years. With AMD unable to
compete well at the ultra high-end of the market, however, their focus
shifted towards the mainstream market segments. As always, Intel responded
and their most recent salvo comes in the form the affordable Core 2 Quad
Q8400 processor. Since the Q9400, a 2.66GHz Yorkfield quad-core, was already
on the market, why did Intel feel the need to release another, affordable
quad-core model? One reason could be to increase yield and utilize dies that
would otherwise be discarded. Another reason would be to position another
product at the same price point as AMD's. Whatever the case may be,
competition is always good for the consumer as it usually drives prices
lower and provides more options to choose from. With that in mind, let's
take a look at the Intel Core 2 Quad 8400 to see if it's worthy of
consideration for your next build...



Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 CPU Review:

http://hothardware.com/Articles/Intel-Core-2-Quad-Q8400S1



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