Help me please.

[phen0m]

So, if I go with a triple-core, will I notice a huge difference in performance? Because, I found a 3.1GHz dual core for < $100 and most triple cores that are lower than 3.1GHz are higher than $125. So, will it be worth the extra money?

[nevermind1534]

I think it is. If you're going to be gaming, or doing anything that's CPU-intensive (multitasking or multi-threaded applications), it will be well worth it.

[phen0m]

Well, I only use photoshop about once a week and I won't be a heavy gamer. Just play CS:S a good bit. Will I need triple-core?

[nevermind1534]

You don't need it, although it can still help, it will especially in the future, as the requirements of everything go up.

[progbuddy]

So, if I go with a triple-core, will I notice a huge difference in performance? Because, I found a 3.1GHz dual core for < $100 and most triple cores that are lower than 3.1GHz are higher than $125. So, will it be worth the extra money?

It's not always the speed. It's the number of transistors on chip, HT bus speed, number of cores, etc.

[phen0m]

Okay. Well, I think I might have to put my computer on hold until I get more money so I will be able to buy better parts.