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Originally Posted by killernoodle
You do realize that it has already been stated that the prescott will pump out 100-130 watts of heat? 90nm doesnt seem to be helping.
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Either way, it is easier to understand the overclocking potential of the processors out today. When the new stuff comes out, it will be at least as expensive as the a64s are now, and the prices of the new stuff will go down. If you are a poor high school student (like me)...I wouldn't spring for the prescotts. You can find better deals if you know where to look. I got my intel mobo and proc (see sig) for $200 w/ winXP. There are many opinionated people on the boards who will cite specs for you, and explain why Northwood > Prescott, but that's just my 'sparknotes' 0.02.
Also, check out #rotors waterblock design. I've done some research, and it seems that it is the easiest way to make a quality waterblock. You can even do it with just a dremel. Just make sure that you get the mounting holes right for your new processor. Do a search for posts by rotor, you'll find it.
EDIT: DAMMIT! Again this post was supposed to go at the end of the last page. ><