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RoSs_bg2_rox · 04-04-2004, 06:54 AM

the Athlon 2500xp is quite a good choice, it is actually better than the 2600xp and also is the most popular XP CPU so should (if your lucky) be a good overclocker since AMD had to use better CPU's and tone them down because of the high demand. I would say though, if you are sticking with the 2500+ you should get a better cooler in there for overclocking purposes, since the 2500+ is starting to get a bit outdated. If you had the extra cash you could go for an athlon 64 3000 (or maybe even 3200+) for only £10 more (dunno how much $ that is) than the xp3200+ and there are some improvements. Just my thoughts though

04-04-2004, 06:54 AM	#8
RoSs_bg2_rox Zartan Join Date: May 20, 2003 Location: Near Aberdeen, Scotland Age: 35 Posts: 5,225	the Athlon 2500xp is quite a good choice, it is actually better than the 2600xp and also is the most popular XP CPU so should (if your lucky) be a good overclocker since AMD had to use better CPU's and tone them down because of the high demand. I would say though, if you are sticking with the 2500+ you should get a better cooler in there for overclocking purposes, since the 2500+ is starting to get a bit outdated. If you had the extra cash you could go for an athlon 64 3000 (or maybe even 3200+) for only £10 more (dunno how much $ that is) than the xp3200+ and there are some improvements. Just my thoughts though __________________ [img]\"http://img.ranchoweb.com/images/ladyzekke/dragonwater2.gif\" alt=\" - \" />