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Subject: Re: Sempron vs. Athlon 64: Proof that Crafty's working set is < 256k

Author: Ray Banks

Date: 05:03:42 08/20/04

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On August 20, 2004 at 07:26:28, martin fierz wrote:
>if i read this right, then the sempron 3100+ would be a very good choice for a
>(computer-chess-)power hungry user on a tight budget. correct or not? is there
>anything better out there price/performancewise right now?
>
>cheers
>  martin (thinking about upgrading one of his older computers...)

Yes and no - yes in the medium term, but the Sempron has its 64Bit capabilities
disabled, so if in the longer term 64bit chess programs become mainstream, then
you'll be missing out. By the time that happens you may well be ready to upgrade
again anyway.



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