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Originally posted by Dragonlich
Just a reminder: the 2.4c you're thinking of is kinda obsolete. The 2.6c can be had for just a bit more, and prices are going down rapidly (thanks to the new extreme editions with extra cache).
Also, depending on your exact needs (I'd guess gaming), less spend on speedy ram, and more on a speedy processor might be a better investment. 1 gig is generally not needed anyway.
And personal experience: 2.6c idle = 35 degrees centigrade, 2.6c 100% load = 54 degrees C. And that is with the regular Intel cooler. I could try a Coolermaster Aero4 to get the temperature and noise down, but I don't see the need. The chips can go up to 70-ish degrees before you need to worry.
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The reason he's getting the 2.4C is because it's known for its ability to overclock very, very well. Sort of like the Athlon XP 1700, 2100, and 2500.
If a 2.6C is running at 54 celsius at full load, then he's gonna have to get a better HSF. I refuse to believe that a stock cooler will keep a overclocked P4 with HT down at good temps. It's fine for stock speeds, but after that I honestly wouldn't risk it. It may work, it may not -- but with OC'ing, you're gonna generate a lot of heat. It's as simple as that. I'd still get the SLK900U with a nice fan.
-Lasereth