Jon_Are
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It's been awhile since I've computer shopped. I have a rough idea what my needs are, but I'd like some opinions.
The most system-intensive task I usually perform is ripping home VHS videos to DVD. I often do this in the background while doing other stuff (listening to itunes, working in Word or Publisher, using the internet, etc.) all at the same time.
I don't do any gaming to speak of.
So, in terms of RAM, processor speed, video cards, audio, etc., what should I be looking at?
Intel vs. AMD? Celeron vs. Pentium vs. Core 2 Duo?
Budget-wise, I'd like to stay under a grand.
Thanks,
Jon
Edit: I see these two options which are nearly the same price - which would be better for my needs?:
1. Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor E4300 (1.8GHz, 800 FSB)
or
2. Pentium® D Processor 915 with Dual Core Technology (2.8GHz, 800FSB)
The most system-intensive task I usually perform is ripping home VHS videos to DVD. I often do this in the background while doing other stuff (listening to itunes, working in Word or Publisher, using the internet, etc.) all at the same time.
I don't do any gaming to speak of.
So, in terms of RAM, processor speed, video cards, audio, etc., what should I be looking at?
Intel vs. AMD? Celeron vs. Pentium vs. Core 2 Duo?
Budget-wise, I'd like to stay under a grand.
Thanks,
Jon
Edit: I see these two options which are nearly the same price - which would be better for my needs?:
1. Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor E4300 (1.8GHz, 800 FSB)
or
2. Pentium® D Processor 915 with Dual Core Technology (2.8GHz, 800FSB)