Who has a better processor, AMD or Intel?

Question

Everyone has been telling me that AMD processors are better than Intel's, however all the AMD one's I've been looking at (Namely the FX) are slower than Intel's. So like uh...what's the deal. I just use my computer for games, and I heard the FX was the one to get but its slower than the Intel's processors (I have a Intel Dual Core 3.2GHz, the fastest FX I've found is 2.8 GHz) so I need someone (or alot of people) to set the record strait. Oh...and when comparing processors, use the same level (for instance, compare a AMD dual core to a Intel Dual core or a 64 bit processor to a 64 bit processor.)

Answer 1

You're looking at the clock speeds to much. Even though you're dual core 3.2 Hz has a faster clock speed than the 2.8 Hz FX, the FX does more per clock than the Intel, therefore making it more efficient and faster than the Intel. Just because the Hz number is bigger (clock speed) doesn't mean it's faster.

Intel is coming out with some dual-core chips soon that don't run any higher than 2.6Hz, yet they are faster than both of the chips you mentioned because they are more efficient.

Answer 2

The answer is relative to your needs or for why you want the information. Technically Intel has the most advanced processor based on benchmarking tests. But AMDs high end CPUs may do more than you need or want them to do and you would save several hundred dollars probably. So if you want the fastest, most pwerful of the two then the top end Intel, at the moment is the best.But a high end AMD will most likely satisfy your needs, and the majority of peoples needs. If processors were free grab a few Intels, but since they arent, consider your options. Processor power dollar value is another topic to look into. In a year or two this situation may be reversed, so its not a permanent situation.

Answer 3

First off, never judge a processor simply by their clock speeds. That is a poor way of comparing procs. In terms of who is better, it depends what you want to do with it. Intel's are most suggested for work and normal daily computing activities. AMD provides processors which were built on high quality multi-media entertainment in mind. AMD's were first built with gaming in mind but they have extended itself to other things. AMD dual cores are way more efficient at both work and play. Also, every AMD processor supports 64 bit processing. Which gives it a leg up on Intel. Last but not least, Intel processors have had a bad reputation of being miniture nukes because they get so hot. This has improved though. One more thing, Intel is always bringing out a new socket everytime they have a new processor which can be very annoying cause it forces you to upgrade. AMD only recently upgraded to a new socket but many still run the same socket 939, which is still one of the best in the market today.

Answer 4

The deal is that AMD tech. is best to overclock. Yea intel are fast, and can be overclocked as well but from what I here Amd chip Handel extreme overclocking better, but there is a down side. Your intel motherboard has ddr 2 ram which gives the CPU and ram the same bus speed for more balanced performance. They are just now starting to make amd boards with ddr2 tech; however, I hear the reason early amd boards don't need ddr2 is because there is a sensor on the CPU that helps tell the ram what speed to run at what times, but a bottleneck effect can still happened even with this feature. So there you have it.

Answer 5

Intel adds a lot of instructions to their chips that are business related. This means that the Intel chip is better set for business purposes. AMD on the other hand, leaves these instructions out, since most people do not need them. When comparing processor speeds, these instructions are included, which will slow the chip down. I highly recommend AMD for all gaming systems, since the chip does not have to process things that you probably will never use anyway.

Answer 6

While everyone has their own personal favorites, INTEL is considered "king," while AMD is a close second. However, depending on your purpose, you may not even notice a difference at all.

Intels are faster in terms of processing speed, which is why gamers tend to prefer them over AMD. But AMD's tend to offer some more flexibility and features, such as overclocking to force more speed out of them.

But when it comes to things like using Microsoft Word or Excel, you won't notice any difference. And AMD processors are also generally cheaper in price than Intels.

Answer 7

when you think of "ghz" between amd and intel...think of it as like mopping a floor.
amd has a "super-mop" that will wipe the floor clean with 1 sweep while intel does not have this "super-mop" it makes up for it by mopping faster (hence more ghz).

also keep in mind that you WON'T notice the difference between 2 processors of the same class and same price range. true, amd has been taking a lead, but is the lead "real-world" noticable? not really. but if you want that little bit of barely noticable difference, then amd is CURRENTLY the way to go.

on July 23rd...intel will be releasing their new Core 2 Duo processors (aka Conroe). those have been proven to beat all of amd's offerings clock for clock (again, whether the end consumer can notice these differences is theorectical) and is causing amd to drop their prices on current processors. plus...intel is reverting to amd's "ghz efficiency" so it'll be easier to compare. note: a 2.66ghz conroe beats a 2.8ghz fx-60

....and for all those people who say amd overclocks better...intel's presler extreme edition (965/955) has been proven to reach up to 5.2ghz...

Answer 8

I just bought a computer for trading. Similar to gaming, but no 3D video. The AMD processes faster than the Intel. Business, Intel, gaming and trading, AMD. All gamers use AMD, whether clocked or not.

Answer 9

I use nothing but AMD processors and can tell you that AMD is much faster than intel. Intel can say what they want. Have you looked at the front side bus speeds you should go do that.

Answer 10

Be careful when looking at what different companies clock their processors at. Go to a site that does their own clocking of both companies processors.

Intel may clock the same processor faster than AMD does.