PC Building Guide FAQ: Part 1 at MaximumPC:

That's the age old question, isn't it? The answer seems to change with each new generation of processors, as the two play a continual game of leap frog, and it's a query that's started many a forum flame war. A true enthusiast knows no such thing as brand loyalty, and if building today, you'll almost assuredly want an Intel foundation. Recent price cuts have made for some tempting AMD silicon, but you can pick up a Core 2 processor at just about any price point, and have a foundation capable of riding into the quad-core sunset. And speaking of quad-core, word on the web is that Intel's Q6600 processor will receive a price cut to $266 come July 22nd, making four cores accessible to the mainstream. Can you say, yummy!?

Dan answers questions at Dan's Data:

The next X2 4800+ was another Windsor-core chip, again with the same performance specs but with a 1.2-1.25V core voltage, versus the 1.3-1.35V core for the previous two. That brought the CPU down to a TDP of only 65 watts. AMD saw fit to dub this generation of the Windsor core "Energy Efficient", though it still used about three-quarters as much power as the model that came before it.

Compro VideoMate TV Gold Plus II M505 Card at MVKTech:

Since it is our first time with Compro we gotten an offer we couldn't refuse. With the VideoMate TV Gold Plus II card we got a decent analog TV and FM tuner with a full scale of recording features at an excellent price tag. Although it is a not so new product, it bears the certified for Windows Vista label and the exclusive Power Up technology of Compro. The VideoMate TV Gold and Gold Plus received wide acclaim on discussion boards for its superb picture quality. And the VideoMate TV Gold II and Gold Plus II again raise the bar for video picture quality to a new level. Compro Picture Purifying technology can be found in the VideoMate TV hardware and ComproPVR software.

NZXT HUSH Case at Bjorn3D:

When closed, the lid sits across half of the fan grill. This does not seem to impeed the airflow much as I did not see a difference in temperatures between it being open and closed. This also allows the power button and reset button along with the LEDs to be seen if the lid is closed. As I said before, fingerprints are very easy to see. The lid is held shut by magnets and has a solid open and shut feel. It is not flimsy by any means.

OCZ DDR2 Memory Group Test at Bit-tech:

These modules use the basic XTC vented heatspreaders on the memory, rather than more extravagant alternatives. The SLI sticker is an obvious indication that these modules are tailored to Nvidia SLI motherboards which can read the contained EPP data. The black vented heatspreaders may increase the surface area for air contact but reduce the contact with the memory chips, but don't expect to easily change them because they're fixed solid with clear epoxy. They still look pretty good and definitely coordinates nicely with a black nForce 680i SLI motherboard. During testing, even at 2.3V overclocked we found they got quite hot but nowhere near as bad as the Kingston which becomes almost untouchable.

Synology Diskstation DS107E Network Attached Storage Enclosure at Tweaknews:

As a reviewer, it's always a pleasure to work with a product that performs as advertised. While a lot of products that we get here at Tweaknews meet expectations, it's a rare instance that we find one that exceeds expectations. The Synology Disk Station DS107e is just such a product. I was very impressed with what the DS107e was capable of. I was astounded at how easily Synology allowed me, a relative neophyte in this arena, to make all the features work.

Intel QX6850 and E6750 at HEXUS:

AMD also tried to counter by increasing the clock speed of its X2 processors but such has been Intel's superiority that the company has felt little need to do anything similar in the upper echelons of its Core 2 Duo range. Okay, Quad-core Extreme Editions have been released - as have lower-end parts - but the E6700 which we've had since launch has remained the pinnacle for those who've wanted a CPU that isn't Extremely Expensive.

Asrock Conroe1333-DVI/H at Pro-Clockers:

The area around the processor socket is free of any obstructions for those that wish to use an aftermarket heat sink. I doubt that any individual looking to use this board would choose to use an expensive cooler due to the lack of overclocking performance. Perhaps the only reason one would use third party cooling would be to create a silent PC. The Conroe1333-DVI supports a full range of Intel processors ranging from 533 to 1066MHz. A 1333MHz FSB can also be utilized but only in an overclocking mode.

Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 Quad-Core at Techgage:

Those who don't enjoy overclocking, or are skeptical of the activity, are in luck because of the fact that they can still have a great CPU and not skip a car payment. But, despite the fact that there are powerful CPUs out there for reasonable prices, the Extreme line exists for two types of people. Those who want a top of the line processor without overclocking, and those who want to get every last ounce out of their overclocking. Because Extreme CPUs are binned higher, it's not unusual to see the top overclocks performed with them.

Antec P190 Case at XYZ Computing:

As you may have guessed, there is a lot that sets the P190 apart from most other cases. The biggest selling point is the new Neo-Link dual power supply system, which means that the P190 comes with two power supplies that work together to put out 1200W of power. That is a main reason why the case is so expensive (and why it's so heavy), as a single Antec power supply unit (for example the Antec True Power Quattro) will cost upwards of $215. The Neo-Link consists of two separate power supplies, which, instead of being redundant, work in tandem to power the system. Other features include dual 140mm fans on the top and a monster 200mm fan on the left side panel, as well as a special snake light for working inside the case. One of the most important distinctions that sets this case aside from the P182 and Antec's other performance cases is that the P190 can fit an extended ATX motherboard while the others cannot.