Posted: 7/10/2005 10:31:16 AM EDT
In store bought computers. I was flipping through the HP catalog today and I noticed that they are only using AMD processors anymore. I thought that most companys (Dell, HP, Campaq, etc.) used strictly Intel processors.  I thought AMD was used mostly by custom builds, upgrades, and a few online only companys. Anybody care to explain why HP switched? And does this mean AMD prices will go down for the rest of us? -FOX- |
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AMD seems to be the leader in every class, from absolute value to absolute performance. I can't think of any real advantages to using an Intel processor anymore... I wouldn't turn one down if I found a deal on it, but I wouldn't buy one over AMD just because it said Intel on the chip. Jim |
| I've had an AMD in every computer I've ever bought or built (only bought 1). They have great customer service, I had a weird error that either could have been a blown CPU or motherboard, and I got RMA's for both (the motherborad company was Asus, great custoemr service as well). Also IIRC AMD has the fastest desktop CPU and it's still cheaper than the fastest ones Intel produces. |
I'm using an AMD 2100 CPU processor, going on 2 years and zero problems with the cpu. I personally would recommend it, best bang for the buck. The only problem is the factory cpu fan is pretty noisy, I would get an after-market fan that is a bit quieter. |
| I have been using AMD Athlon processors since they came out in 1999 on all the computers I have built, unless someone requested an intel. I have a FX-55 in the computer I am personally using with an Asus motherboard, Athlons have blown away intel on most games and applications, and is usually lower priced. Intel concentrated on cpu speed (mhz), while AMD does more work per cycle, with a memory controller that matches the speed of the cpu. I have no personal bias, just use whatever is fastest and except for a brief time its AMD. |
I don't remember where I read it but I heard HP is moving more of their computers to AMD CPUs as a competitive move to differentiate themselves from Dell etc. They felt they where not offering anything that Dell in particular wasn't already offering offering. I purchase HP/Compaq computers as desktops and servers for a bunch of companies under a corporate umberella. Although AMD processors typically cost less than a comparable Intel I find it interesting that those savings are not found in the prices offered by HP on those units. |
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the only thing Intel has over AMD is Moble processors, Amd cant get the power and heat to proformance ratio right. this is also the main reason apple is making the switch to intels, because IBM couldn't get a g5 to run fast without burning your thighs and eating batteries. That said i have all AMD desktops and an Intel laptop. |
My Compaq laptop is about that old...and it's got a K6-II in it as well...so AMD was already in the mobile chip market then as well. |