Intel's Quad Core CPU Reviewed

Gr8Apes is one of many to let us know that Tom's Hardware Guide has posted a review of Intel's new Kentsfield quad core processor. From the article: "Even expert opinions are deeply divided, ranging from 'more cores are absolutely necessary' to 'why do I need something more than my five-year-old PC system?' Although the Core 2 quad-core processors are not expected to hit retail channels before October, Tom's Hardware Guide had the opportunity to examine several Core 2 Quadro models in the test labs. We would like to make it clear that these samples were not provided by Intel."

Comments

Bring on the more complicated architectures!

[Rodyland]

As a sofware developer, I can't help but think the move to multiple cores is a good thing. In my mind, anything that makes software development MORE complex can only improve my employability.

Re:Same old dilemma, new format.

[SharpFang]

One core dedicated to enemy AI.
One core for physics calculations
One core for the game itself.
One core for OS, daemons and to bring them all and in the darkness bind them

Sure nothing for any -current- game.