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    Windows 7 Latest Windows 7 updates corrupt video?

    I have two machines that I generally use to game: System 1: Core i7 - 920 processor EVGA E758-A1 3-Way SLI motherboard 6gb memory Nvidia BFG GeForce GTX 280 video Running Windows 7 Ultimate 64 System 2: Intel Core 2 Extreme 2.66 - processor Nvidia NForce 680i - motherboard 4gb memory Nvidia...
    • rhaina
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    • boot issues bsod core 2 extreme core i7 drivers gaming graphics hardware issues memory nvidia safe mode software conflict update video corruption windows 7
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Graphics and Gaming
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    Windows 7 Performance Differences Between Core 2 Extreme QX9650 and Core 2 Quad Q9300

    What exatly makes the Intel Core 2 Extreme stand out in performance above say a Core 2 Quad. I have a Core 2 Quad Q9300 so if i fitted a QX9650 what differences would i see apart from the price!!! I know my mobo will accept this processor but the price is putting me off. :eek: :eek: :eek:
    • philwhite
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    • core 2 extreme differences intel motherboard performance price processor q9300 quad core qx9650 upgrade
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Hardware