Hi

Personally, I like the new "Prescott" chips from Intel, which can be had
around $135 for a 2.4/533 bus, and are rock solid
They have 1M l2 cache, much like the CENTRINO's do.  You need a board
that is Prescott ready and they can be had for $39+
They really are no more than the Northwood cores that have 512 cache.

But, either way, Intel is coming out with new chips and chipsets in
about 60-90 days and you may want to wait to look at those.


Thanks and have a Great Day!

Joe Lore


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I intend to assemble a new computer. I mean to buy
a motherboard processor combo, probably an Asus.

I have been thinking of getting an Athlon XP 2600+
but I am curious whether one or another Pentium 4
or Celeron of comparable speed might be a better
choice in terms of price.

I would appreciate any imput on this issue.

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