Extra two cores aside, there is nothing new on display here. This is the same Core 2 technology, just put together in a neat package. Very few people will need quad cores, as demonstrated by our results, but also through pure common sense. With DirectX 10 removing even more CPU overheard, as a gamer, one has to question the need for four cores right now. However, it's here, and it works as well as current software allows. So for anyone who wants the very best, look no further. Considering what you're getting, the price isn't actually too bad either!Read full review
Overall
8/10
By Andrew 'Spode' Miller
Reviewed 02 November 2006
Updated 05 February 2011