Should i put a server type Processor into a desktop?

Question

well with my new computer soon approaching I decided to go with a single core fx-57 at first now ive been persuaded into getting a dual core does it really matter if I put a server type processor into a desktop type computer?

well with my new computer soon approaching I decided to go with a single core fx-57 at first now ive been persuaded into getting a dual core does it really matter if I put a server type processor into a desktop type computer? ie. an Opteron 170-5

ie. Opteron 170-5

Answer 1

These days its all about Dual Core, most newer Computers come with Dual Core. The Term Dual Core doesnt necessarily mean thats its a "server" processor. I think you would enjoy a Dual Core in your new computer as they help with running many applications at once. In my Humble opinion I wouldnt build or buy a new computer that wasnt at least Dual Core. These Chips have 2 Cores on 1 die.

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Answer 2

Greetings:
I would suggest going ahead with dual-core, but I wouldn't go with an Opteron processor; I also would not bother with the quad-core at this point, since there are NO programs written for it. Programs written for DUAL-core are just beginning to emerge. Since you have already shown a leaning toward AMD, I would suggest an Athlon 64x2 4800+ in an AM2 socket (if you already have not chosen a mobo), AM2 being the next generation AMD socket. Should you decide to go with Intel, look at a Core 2 Duo E6700 in a 775 socket. As to mobo manufacturers, a couple of bits of advice-I have found both Asus and Abit a good choice, although I really liked my Abit mobo for an overclocking utility they call uGuru. Make sure that it supports PCI-express x16, since it is getting harder and harder to find graphics cards in AGP interface.
Lastly, make sure that it has 4 memory slots; this gives you a lot more choice when it comes to upgrading memory. Say you have 2x512 mb (1 gb) of memory, and you want to upgrade to 2 gb. If you have 4 memory slots, you can buy another 2x512, or 1x1024 and have a slot still free, or even a 2 gb stick, have a total of 3 gb, and STILL have a slot free. If you only have 2 DIMM slots, you will have to buy either 2x1 gb, meaning you will THROW AWAY your old memory (well, not really, but you know what I mean), or 1x2 gb stick. Either way, your options are limited because your DIMM slots are limited.

Answer 3

Hi. I agree with the first answer. Just make sure your motherboard supports dual core.