i would go dual core. you will be ready for the future WITH 64 bit support. of course, you could always build your own dual core machine and so on.
konny
I am looking to purchase a media center PC for the purpose of digital media storage, (digital photos and mp3s), DVR (tivo), and DVD functions, picture and some video editing, cd and dvd buring, internet video streaming (mlb.com games) and basic MS office activities.
I have been unable to find reviews for either of these computers, the major difference being the processor, AMD64 vs Pentium D. Price range approx. $2,000. Here are possible specs:
HP m7100y:
WMCE
Intel Pentium D 820 2.8 GHz
1 GB DDR2-533 / PC2 4200 (2 DIMM)
250GB 7200 rpm SATA Hard Drive
256MB DDR NVIDIA GeForce 6600, TV-Out and DVI
LightScribe DL 16X DVD+/-R/RW drive
HP m7050e
WMCE
AMD Athlon64- 3500+ (2.2GHz)
1 GB DDR / PC3200 (2 DIMM)
250GB 7200 rpm SATA Hard Drive
256MB DDR NVIDIA GeForce 6600, TV-Out and DVI
LightScribe DL 16X DVD+/-R/RW drive
Any reviews / suggestions are welcomed and appreciated. Thank you,
-Scott

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