How Do You Buy A CPU For A Home-Built Computer?
If you’re buying a CPU for your home-built computer, know that speed and name brand determine prices. Read on for some tips on determining value. Step 1 Consider an Intel Celeron or AMD processor if your needs are basic and will never change or grow. Step 2 Buy an AMD K6-2 processor or the current equivalent if your budget is extremely limited. Step 3 Buy the fastest Pentium III processor you can afford if you plan to use demanding software. Step 4 Consider an AMD Athlon processor for playing games. Step 5 Buy a middle-of-the road processor if you want your computer to retain functionality for two or three years. Step 6 Buy a state-of-the art processor, or close to it, if you want your computer to retain functionality for four to six years.
