Best CPU for video editing

[FlameOut]

I'm in the process of finally building a new PC, but there are so many choices, it's overwelming. I will mainly be using it for video editing, although I'm sure I will also do some gaming.

The two processors I'm considering are:
Intel Pentium 4/ 3.0C GHz 800MHz FSB, 512KB L2 Cache
or
Intel Pentium 4/ 2.8E GHz 800MHz FSB, 1MB L2 Cache

The 2.8E has a 1MB cache opposed to the 3.0C's 512kb, will that make much of a difference?

I already posted the other components I plan on using in another thread, so I don't want to crosspost. I'm just wondering which of these 2 CPU's would be better, or should I even consider something different?

[FlameOut]

After doing a little more reading/research, I think I may scrap both of those choices and go for Intel Pentium 4/ 2.8C GHz 800MHz FSB, 512K Cache, because of the Northwood core, rather than the Prescott, which seems to be having problems. I was told the 2.8E would be a better choice for my needs, but now I'm not so sure

I'ts nice to have so much to choose from, but it sure makes it tougher to make the right choice :)

[bassman]

Take a look at http://www20.tomshardware.com/cpu/20040201/prescott-03.html#more_instructions_sse3 and read the rest of the article as it may help clear your doubts ;)

[FlameOut]

Originally posted by bassman
Take a look at http://www20.tomshardware.com/cpu/20040201/prescott-03.html#more_instructions_sse3 and read the rest of the article as it may help clear your doubts ;)

LOL, now I'm leaning toward the Prescott, I'm just worried about the heat. I don't really plan on any overclocking, so maybe that won't be an issue. My MOBO of choice, the ASUS P4C800-E, seems to work fine in the testing. The testing was done with the 3.4e though, but I guess that makes no difference

[causticVapor]

My advice: Don't go with prescott until the new stepping comes out. You will be sorry.

[FlameOut]

Originally posted by causticVapor
My advice: Don't go with prescott until the new stepping comes out. You will be sorry.

Just as I got the notification of your post, I also received an email from newegg.com telling me that the 2.8E retail box is now available ($202) :confused:

I might just go ahead with the 2.8C retail box for $186. I can always upgrade later. At least I think I can with the ASUS P4C800-E DELUXE" -RETAIL ($178)?

[FlameOut]

Now I see a "One Day Sale" of the Intel Pentium 4/ 3.0C GHz 800MHz FSB for $224, only a $38 difference from the 2.8C, but for only200 mhz gain, I don't know.
LOL, I just realized I'm saying "only 200mhz" when my present cpu is only a PII 400mhz

[Strawbs]

I would go with the fastest "C" core I could afford, There's currently no benefit performance wise in owning a Prescott and possibly a heat issue.

That 3.0GHz C looks a steal and is proven technology!

:t

[FlameOut]

I ordered some of my parts today, went with the P4-2.8c, ASUS P4C800-E DELUXE mobo, and the ANTEC Life Style Series "Sonata" case. Probably get my ram somewhere locally. All other parts will come from my present computer, so maybe by the weekend, I should be up and running.

Can I just take my present hard drive (with OS installed) and install it in the new system, or do I first have to delete old MOBO info from the device manager?

[Ankun]

when changing mobos its best to format the hard drive and start fresh, only way to truely get all the **** from the old motherboard out.

[causticVapor]

Originally posted by FlameOut
Just as I got the notification of your post, I also received an email from newegg.com telling me that the 2.8E retail box is now available ($202) :confused:

I might just go ahead with the 2.8C retail box for $186. I can always upgrade later. At least I think I can with the ASUS P4C800-E DELUXE" -RETAIL ($178)?

Yeah, the C stepping. The prescott D-stepping doesn't come out until april.

Prescott-C is garnering a reputation for killing motherboards - it draws too much power for them to handle.

[Direct1]

Originally posted by FlameOut
Can I just take my present hard drive (with OS installed) and install it in the new system, or do I first have to delete old MOBO info from the device manager?
While it may be theoretically possible it is so much easier to just do a clean install. Good luck! :D

[FlameOut]

Just checked the newegg site, the 2.8c I bought less then 24hours ago for $187 is now $179. Oh well. I also realied that the case I orderd wasn't processed yet (credit card problems)

Anyone have this case?

Thermaltake Silver XASER III LanFire ATX MID Tower Chassis with 420W power Supply, Model "VM2420AU" -RETAIL

Just thought about this one now rather than the Antec "Sonata"

[causticVapor]

Unless you're the gaudy type, go for the Sonata.

[zybch]

I'd love to have a 'chat' with whoever it was at ThermalTake that though that the xaser case design looked good. Those **** things are appalling! Talk about a dust trap.

Also, don't skimp on your RAM. Go for brand name stuff rather than generic, you'll be happy that you did.

[causticVapor]

Take a chieftec, bollocks it up, and call it a great case design? I know more than a few people who would do that without a second thought, scary :eek: