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PROCESSOR: AMD Athlon II X2 245 Regor 2.9GHz 2 x 1MB L2 Cache Socket AM3 65W Dual-Core Processor

Brand AMD
Series Athlon II X2
Model ADX245OCGQBOX
CPU Socket Type
CPU Socket Type Socket AM3
Tech Spec
Core Regor
Multi-Core Dual-Core
Name Athlon II X2 245
Operating Frequency 2.9GHz
Hyper Transports 4000MHz
L1 Cache 128KB+128KB
L2 Cache 2 x 1MB
Manufacturing Tech 45 nm
64 bit Support Yes
Hyper-Transport Support Yes
Virtualization Technology Support Yes
Thermal Design Power 65W

MOTHERBOARD: GIGABYTE GA-MA785GM-US2H AM3/AM2+/AM2 AMD 785G HDMI Micro ATX AMD Motherboard

Brand GIGABYTE
Model GA-MA785GM-US2H
Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type AM3/AM2+/AM2
CPU Type Phenom II / Phenom / Athlon II / Athlon64 /Sempron
FSB 2600MHz Hyper Transport (5200 MT/s)
Chipsets
North Bridge AMD 785G
South Bridge AMD SB710
Memory
Number of Memory Slots 4×240pin
Memory Standard DDR2 1200 (OC) / 1066 /800 / 667
Maximum Memory Supported 16GB
Channel Supported Dual Channel
Expansion Slots
PCI Express 2.0 x16 1
PCI Express x1 1
PCI Slots 2
Storage Devices
PATA 1 x ATA133 2 Dev. Max
SATA 3Gb/s 5
SATA RAID 0/1/10/JBOD
Onboard Video
Onboard Video Chipset ATI Radeon HD 4200
Onboard Audio
Audio Chipset Realtek ALC889A
Audio Channels 8 Channels
Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset Realtek 8111C
Max LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps
Rear Panel Ports
PS/2 1
Video Ports D-Sub + DVI
HDMI 1 x HDMI
USB 1.1/2.0 6 x USB 2.0
IEEE 1394 1 x IEEE 1394a
eSATA 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s
S/PDIF Out 1 x Optical
Audio Ports 6 Ports
Onboard USB
Onboard USB 6 x USB 2.0
Onboard 1394
Onboard 1394 1 x 1394a
Physical Spec
Form Factor Micro ATX
Power Pin 24 Pin
Features
Features Ultra Durable 3 Classic Technology with copper cooled quality for lower working temperature

MEMORY: WINTEC AMPO 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Desktop Memory Model

Brand WINTEC
Series AMPO
Model 3AMD2800-2G2K-R
Type 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM
Tech Spec
Capacity 2GB (2 x 1GB)
Speed DDR2 800 (PC2 6400)
Cas Latency 5
Timing 5-5-5
Voltage 1.8V
ECC No
Buffered/Registered Unbuffered
Multi-channel Kit Dual Channel Kit
Heat Spreader Yes

HARD DRIVE: HITACHI HDS721050CLA362 (0F10381) 500GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive

OPTICAL DRIVE: LITE-ON Black SATA CD/DVD BURNER

24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 8X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache

VIDEO: Onboard Video Chipset ATI Radeon HD 4200 512MB

POWER SUPPLY: Dynex™ – 400-Watt ATX

CASE: Linkworld Ninja 2 Black/ Silver Steel ATX Mid Tower

Brand Linkworld
Model 313-06-C2228
Spec
Type ATX Mid Tower
Color Black/ Silver
Case Material Steel
Motherboard Compatibility ATX
Expansion
External 5.25" Drive Bays 4
External 3.5" Drive Bays 2
Internal 3.5" Drive Bays 5
Expansion Slots 7
Front Ports
Front Ports 2 x USB2.0 ; 2 x Audio ; 1 x IEEE1394
80mm Fans 1 x 80mm front fan, 1 x 80mm rear fan
Dimensions(L x W x H) 17.32" x 7.48" x 16.73"
LED Blue Led Lights on front of case

No, certainly not. It only has a dual-core processor. Gaming desktops use at least a quad core. And it has Radeon 4200 graphics card. The first number represents the series, the rest of the numbers represent the model. You’ll want at least a 4600 or 5600 level model for gaming.

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The new ASUS N61Jq-A1 is designed for audiophiles who desire multimedia entertainment while on-the-move. To further enhance and deliver the best audio experience, a marriage of both hardware and software innovations were required.

Product Type: Notebook

Processor & Chipset
Processor Manufacturer: Intel
Processor Type: Core i7
Processor Model: i7-720QM
Processor Speed: 1.60 GHz
Processor Core: Quad-core
Processor Technology:

* EM64T
* Enhanced SpeedStep Technology
* Turbo Boost Technology
* Hyper-Threading Technology
* Virtualization Technology
* Trusted Execution Technology

Bus Speed: Not Applicable
QuickPath Interconnect: 2.50 GT/s
L3 Cache: 6 MB
Chipset Manufacturer: Intel
Chipset Model: HM55 Express

Memory
Standard Memory: 4 GB
Maximum Memory: 8 GB
Memory Technology: DDR3 SDRAM
Memory Standard: DDR3-1066/PC3-8500
Number of Total Memory Slots: 2
Memory Card Reader: Yes
Memory Card Support:

* Secure Digital (SD) Card
* MultiMediaCard (MMC)
* Memory Stick
* Memory Stick PRO
* xD-Picture Card
* SmartMedia Card (SM)
* miniSD Card
* Memory Stick Duo

Storage
Hard Drive Capacity: 500 GB
Hard Drive Interface: Serial ATA
Hard Drive RPM: 7200
Solid State Drive Capacity: Not Included
Solid State Drive Interface: Not Applicable
Optical Drive Type: DVD-Writer
Optical Media Support: DVD-RAM/±R/±RW
Dual-Layer Media Support: Yes

Display & Graphics
Screen Size: 16"
Graphic Mode: WXGA
Display Screen Type: Active Matrix TFT Color LCD
Backlight Technology: LED
Widescreen: Yes
Display Resolution: 1366 x 768
Graphics Controller Manufacturer: ATi
Graphics Controller Model: Mobility Radeon HD 5730
Graphics Memory Capacity: 1 GB
Graphics Memory Technology: DDR3 SDRAM

Network & Communication
Network Technology:

* Gigabit Ethernet
* Wi-Fi
* Bluetooth

Network Standard:

* IEEE 802.3ab
* IEEE 802.11n
* Bluetooth 2.1

I/O Expansions
Expansion Slot Type: ExpressCard

Input Devices
Keyboard Size: Standard Size
Pointing Device Type: TouchPad

Interfaces/Ports
Interfaces/Ports:

* 1 x DC Power Input
* 1 x Mini-phone Microphone
* 1 x S/PDIF/Headphone Combo
* 1 x 15-pin HD-15 VGA
* 2 x 4-pin Type A USB 2.0 – USB
* 1 x RJ-45 Network
* 1 x HDMI Digital Audio/Video
* 1 x eSATA
* 1 x USB 3.0 – USB

Built-in Devices
Webcam: Yes
Microphone: Yes

Software
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium x64
Software Included:

* Microsoft Office Ready (60 Day Trial)

Multimedia Software:

* ASUSDVD 6-in-1

Virus & Tool Software:

* Adobe Acrobat Reader 8.0
* Nero 8 Essentials
* Power2Go
* Trend Micro Internet Security 2009/2010

ASUS Utility:

* ASUS Win flash for BIOS and Driver live Update
* ASUS CopyProtect
* ASUS SmartLogon
* ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid
* ASUS Multi-Frame
* ASUS Life Frame 3
* ASUS Wireless Console
* Virtual Camera
* ASUS Splendid
* ASUS Screen Saver
* Fancy Start
* AI Recovery

Battery Information
Number of Cells: 6-cell
Battery Capacity: 4400 mAh

Power Description
Input Voltage:

* 110 V AC
* 220 V AC

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions: 1.54" Height x 15.12" Width x 10.43" Depth

Miscellaneous
Package Contents:

* N61Jq-A1 Notebook
* Standard Battery
* AC Adapter

Warranty
Standard Warranty: 2 Year Limited

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Brand ASUS
Model N61JQ-X1
General
Operating System Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
CPU Type Intel Core i7 720QM(1.6GHz)
Screen 16"
Memory Size 4GB DDR3
Hard Disk 320GB
Optical Drive DVD Super Multi
Graphics Card ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5730
Video Memory 1GB DDR3 VRAM
Communication Gigabit LAN and WLAN
Card slot 1 x Express Card
Dimensions 15.40" x 10.60" x 1.20" – 1.50"
Weight 6.50 lbs.
CPU
CPU Type Intel Core i7
CPU Speed 720QM(1.60GHz)
Chipset
Chipset Intel HM55
Display
Which is better and why?

2nd one

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Intel
BX80602W5580

Product Description Processor – 1 x Intel Quad-Core Xeon W5580 / 3.2 GHz LGA1366 Socket L3 8 MB Box
Product Type Processor
Processor Type Intel Quad-Core Xeon W5580
Multi-Core Technology Quad-Core
64-bit Computing Yes
Compatible Processor Socket LGA1366 Socket
Processor Qty 1
Clock Speed 3.2 GHz
Manufacturing Process 45 nm
Cache Memory L3 8 MB
Features Enhanced Speed Step technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Demand Based Switching, Halogen Free Options Available, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology
Compatible Slots 1 x processor – LGA1366 Socket

ManufacturerIntel
Manufacturer Part #BB5520HC

Product DescriptionIntel Server Board S5520HC – Motherboard – SSI EEB – Intel 5520 – LGA1366 Socket – Serial ATA-300 (RAID) – 2 x Gigabit Ethernet – video (pack of 10 )
Packaged Quantity10 (specifications are for single item)
Product TypeMotherboard
Form FactorSSI EEB
Approximate Dimensions (WxDxH)12 in x 13 in
Chipset TypeIntel 5520 / Intel ICH10R
Multi-Core SupportQuad-core
Max Bus Speed1333 MHz
Processor0 ( 2 ) – LGA1366 Socket
Compatible ProcessorsQuad-Core Xeon 5500 series
64-bit Processors CompatibilityYes
RAM0 MB
Supported RAM TechnologyDDR3 SDRAM
Supported RAM Integrity CheckECC
Storage ControllerSerial ATA-300 (RAID)
USB Ports Configuration8 x USB
Storage Ports Configuration6 x SATA
Graphics Controller- 64 MB DDR2 SDRAM
NetworkingNetwork adapter – Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
I want to install two W5580 in MOBO

Yes, the CPU is a LGA1366 socket, and the motherboard supports LGA1366.

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* AMD Phenom™ X4 9550* quad-core processor
True Multicore processing for extreme multitasking performance. Cool’n'Quiet™ 2.0 technology for efficient energy usage. HyperTransport™ 3.0 technology to improve 3D graphics performance.
* Direct Connect Architecture
Delivers overall system performance. AMD Wide Floating Point Accelerator and AMD Digital Media Xpress™ 2.0 for improved digital media and 3D gaming and graphics.
* AMD Memory Optimizer Technology
For multithreaded software performance, and AMD Virtualization with Rapid Virtualization Indexing to help virtualization software run securely and efficiently.
* AMD LIVE! Smarter Digital Entertainment
For all the screens of your digital life; you can manage, access, distribute, share and enjoy your digital content collection from virtually anywhere.
* 6GB PC2-6400 DDR2 SDRAM
For multitasking power.
* Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible media; supports DVD-RAM; also supports LightScribe direct-disc labels using compatible LightScribe media.
* 2MB L2 + 2MB shared L3 cache memory
For efficient system processing.
* 640GB SATA hard drive (7200 rpm)
Offers spacious storage options and fast read/write times.
* NVIDIA GeForce 9100 graphics
Features up to 256MB dedicated graphics memory and up to 1599MB total graphics memory as allocated by Windows Vista. 8-speaker configurable high-definition audio for a lush soundscape.
* 15-in-1 media reader
Supports SmartMedia, xD-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard, Secure Digital, mini Secure Digital, Compact Flash I/II, Microdrive, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Pro Duo formats.
* Also supports reduced-Size MultiMediaCard, MultiMediaCard Mobile, MultiMediaCard Plus formats.
* 2 IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interfaces and 6 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital transfer and easy peripheral connectivity.
* Wireless LAN connectivity (802.11b/g)
Lets you connect to your home network.
* Built-in 10/100Base-T Ethernet networking interface
With RJ-45 connector for connection to the Web.
* Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system
With Service Pack 1 (SP1) preinstalled for a stable platform from which to launch games, programs and other applications.
* Software package included
With Microsoft Works 9 and more. 60-day trial of Microsoft Office Home and Student Edition 2007 and 60-day trial of Norton Internet Security 2009 also included.
* AMD, AMD Arrow logo, AMD Phenom, Cool’n'Quiet, HyperTransport and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

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Components

* • Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
* • Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Quad processor Q9400 [2.66GHz]
* • FREE UPGRADE! 6GB DDR2-800MHz dual channel SDRAM [2x2048,2x1024] from 4GB
* • FREE UPGRADE! 640GB 7200 rpm SATA 3Gb/s hard drive from 500GB
* • 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9500GS [DVI, VGA, HDMI]
* • LightScribe 16X max. DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti drive
* • Integrated 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) Ethernet, No wireless LAN
* • 15-in-1 memory card reader, 2 USB, 1394, audio
* • No TV Tuner w/remote control
* • Integrated 7.1 channel sound with front audio ports
* • No speakers
* • HP keyboard and HP optical mouse
* • Microsoft(R) Works 9.0
* • Norton Internet Security(TM) 2009 – 15 month

Both of those come with horrible graphics cards, you’re likely paying way too much for the system. The lower one would probably perform better though, the first generation of phenom were kind of blah.

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