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Just got a e8400!
Hey guys just received an e8400, but here is my dilemma. I have a decent cpu already the e2180 and so far it has been great, a little laggy in crysis on high but no doubt a fine processor. I was wondering if I should sell the e8400 for some cash or just switch it into my main rig and sell the e2180. I am leaning toward selling the e8400 because I want to buy a new mp3 player, other than that, I have no other reason to sell it.
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I'd keep it.
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Sell the e2180.
The e8400 is a great CPU!
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Sell e2180, keep e8400
 EDIT: How high is your e2180 overclocked? 3,7ghz? If so, sell the e8400!
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The 8400 is a smokin' chip for sure, but it comes down to your personal preferences. It sounds like your choice is either a few more fps/faster folding or the mp3 player. Looks like you're leaning towards the mp3 player.
Do whichever will make you happier.
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i would keep the chip. i went from a E6600 to my E8400 and i was the best move i have ever done.
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I disagree with these guys. 3.7GHz on the E2180 is plenty fast for anything you're doing. The lag in Crysis is from your 8800GS not the CPU. Sell the E8400, you'll get like $175-180 versus the $55-60 for the E2180. That way you'll have a sweet MP3 player that you want instead of a slightly faster comp.
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i would say.. keep the e 8400.. o.o
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Sell the e8400 and get a mp3 player.
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