Difference between processors?

Question

Hello what is the difference between processors and how do I know which is better and faster?

Answer 1

In my opinion Intel is quiet, fast for word processing office work and homework. But Intel is about $100-200 more expensive then AMD.

I usually buy AMD if you are a gamer, and they have improved on their graphics card. The only reason why I like Intel is because they use Nividia. Hp though uses Nividia and AMD.

Answer 2

There is no question that Intel has the fastest CPU's on the market for gaming or otherwise. E8600 is the fastest Dual Core and the QX9770 for quads.

I would put up a E7200 against a AMD 6400+ at the same clock speeds any day and the Intel will come out on top. It will also OC well beyond that and put the AMD to shame.

Sorry AMD is at a lost right now other then there GPU's that ATI is kicking rear with.  

Answer 3

The speed and if it's dual core or single core or quad core. For example a dual core 2x 1.6Ghz is faster than a 3.2Ghz single core especially when multi-threading. I suggest you go with Intel, AMD is falling behind.