[jaydee]

This is a tough subject. I cannot figure out what way to go with this. I do not quite understand what people want to see in a review. Is accuate temps all that important, or is system performance a better test tool? Both have their draw backs. Accurate temp monitoring is a bitch and nearly impossible with a computer system. Performance tests are not solid either because if the irregularity of the components. If I use a XP1600+ to use a a performance test then those tests only apply to that CPU and the parts on that system and that system alone as another person with identical brands of parts may have a totally different outcome because if the irregularity of the yeilds in the parts from the manufacturer! So performance tests maynot be the way to go.

I am planning a Die simulator to use for testing temps, but is this what readers want? Would they rather see results from a actual system to replicate reality more? Will these results be worth the time and effort? Or are people happy enough with the accuracy of the onboard probes on modern comps? :shrug:

My goal here is not directed at manufacturers, but to readers who are looking for imformation. Seems to me BillA's testing is more directed towards manufacturers and not so much for people looking for info on what to buy or whats out there to buy.

I will be doing this for the cooling community, not for manufactuers and with ZERO profitablity. The question is what are the acceptable standards for this? Are people fine with being a few C off? What do YOU want to see in a review?

All opinions welcome.