Thread: Processor selection problem

I have the following configuration: . Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad 8200; Motherboard: Asus DG-31; RAM: 2 x 2 GB DDR2 Corsair XMS; Hard Disk: Seagate 500GB; Graphics card: Palit 9600GT 1GB Sonic; SMPS : Zebronics 500W; Cabinet : Zebronics. Currently I have an lG 700E (CRT monitor) with a maximum resolution of 1280 x 1204. I am basically building it for gaming and running software like Maya, 3D Max, etc. What will be a better option - Intel Core 2 Duo 7400 or Intel Core 2 Quad 8200? My budget is Rs. 30,000.

I recommend sticking with the quad core if you are working on 3D animation packages. I also recommend upgrading to a better monitor in the long run. Go for a 22-inch LCD The Palit 9600 GT is a good choice and stick with 4 GB of RAM. The rest of the configuration is fine.