Reviewed on November 1, 2006If you thought dual cores were over the top, get ready. Intel presents the Core 2 Extreme QX6700, a single CPU with four distinct processing cores. At $999, the first quad-core CPU will remain an enthusiast part for a while, but as a glimpse of the future, it's clear that clock speed is out and core counts are in.TAGS:quad-core, multi-core, Intel Core 2 Extreme, clock speed, CPU, dual-core, Intel Core 2 Duo, digital media, Intel, AMD, PC
Reviewed on October 19, 2007Velocity Micro keeps to its performance ethic with this new ProMagix A50 desktop. This PC doesn't have a quad-core chip, nor does it want to serve as the hub of your "digital lifestyle." Instead, it promises fast 3D and overall performance, with room to grow. Dedicated PC gamers will appreciate what this system has to offer.TAGS:Velocity Micro, quad-core, Intel Core 2 Duo, dual-core, multi-core, CPU, DVD burner, Nvidia GeForce, NVidia, HP, Intel, DVD, games