Pros: This is a superb cooler. Using this on a Q6600, I idle at around ~35-40 (because I live in the top floor of a 2 floor space, the air tends to be warmer around this time o' the year), but I'll only max out at ~45-50 when fully loaded. And this is without the over clock; I only load a few degrees higher (say, ~50-55) when I prime my quad to 3.0Ghz, 1.28V. Could go farther, but I see no need to do so; lots of potential obviously.

Cons: PITA to install, PITA to remove, PITA because of its size. I had to fiddle with my 4-pin CPU connector because this thing is stupid huge, but it still fit nicely in my CM-690 case.

Overall Review: If you can't afford a water-cooling set and you're looking to over clock on air, this is a must buy. There are only, what, 2 other coolers that outperform this one? I don't know, but what I do know is that your money is well spent here if you know what you're getting into.

Pros: It might look good in your case with the blue LED fan, plus another way to fill up those old PCI slots of yours.

Cons: About to be obsolete. Stream processors in DX10 and higher GPUs can already perform physics calculations in real-time, but obviously programmers have to create a balance between eye candy and realistic gravity. And, from the looks of it, this appears to be just a fancy video card with no adapter; save your money and buy a DX10 card.

Overall Review: If you think it's worth it, get it. But the fact that few games support it, not to mention that DX10 capable cards can already process everything from physics to terrain, means that this card is already becoming pointless much like single-core.

Pros: Intel packs 4 cores onto a single die, revises the stepping to lower power usage by a tad bit, and sells it for cheap. Excellent buy, a must have for video editors, 3D software, etc. Runs just within thermal specs (see cons) using the already notorious and uber-crazy Core micro-architecture. Vista and XP (and *nix variants) support SMP, so imagine the performance gains to be had. Overclock-able to Ferrari-like speeds if that's your thang. Pwnage.

Cons: Still has a 95W TDP, which WILL run warm with the stock cooler (then again, if you were considering the OEM version, you're probably buying a Zalman, a TRUE, or Tuniq). Most games support no more than 2 cores, so until the game devs pitch for quad core support, you'll have to wait til then (or overclock) to get the most out of your quad for gaming. Little difference in real world office work between this and an AMD.

Overall Review: But seriously, 4 cores for cheap? Compared what AMD has up their sleeve, all the rave reviews and tests show that Q6600 is better in every way possible than those puny, outdated 90nm's and weak 65nm quads. And cheaper? Incredible. It just makes sense -- if you're planning to run an LGA775 under that hood, make sure you get the best. Get quad, folks.

Pros: The "Extreme" line -- rawr! Screaming fast, Intel's pick of the crop. These are some of the fastest consumer processors out there today.

Cons: You just spent $xxxx for an unlocked-multi $xxx that's clocked to higher specs.

Overall Review: Here's how you save 4/5 of your hard earned dough: 1. Get a Q6600 2. Goto BIOS 3. Raise your FSB to 333 4. Set your CPU volts to no more than 1.35V 5. Stress test 6. Lower voltage until stable You now have a QX6850 for 4/5 less the price. Enjoy!

Pros: Excellent processor for the price, the capability of this CPU is unbelievable. You can literally stream videos, type a document, play your favorite card game, and do a virus scan AT THE SAME TIME. And, as more and more support arrives for quad-core, you'll be glad you made that purchase when the dual-core kids are struggling to keep up with the Jones'. Easier-than-you-think to install stock fan -- push the pins into the holes until they 'click', rotate, install the fan header, rock out.

Cons: G0 revision runs at ~95W, B3 at ~105W, which is a bit warm, so the stock fan is going to keep it at barely manageable temps (assuming max temp ratings of 71C and 63C, respectively). Do yourself a favor and get a better cooler for these bad boys; you won't regret it, and your system will be more stable. 65nm being phased out by the more efficient 45nm; you'll have to decide whether or not that matters to you, however.

Overall Review: If you think the 'other guys' new quads are fast, you need to step your game up. Bumped my G0 up to 333x9 (3000 Mhz, 1333FSB), 1.28V, stable and runs fast with my huge CPU cooler (34-40 idle, 48-56 stress load). Seriously, just 2 of my cores are enough to put a certain 'black edition' to shame. It's that fast.

Pros: This is an excellent 450W PSU and the minute you get it, you can already tell this company cares about its quality. Packed in a felt bag, all sleeved cables, 33A (396W) of 12V power -- yeah, they don't play around. It WILL handle a single GPU, quad core system @ load if you play your cards right (hint: DON'T OC and de-stabilize your system like a madman).

Cons: Those long cables can turn your computer case into a rat's nest, but that's a minor issue that's easily solved with some zip ties and brains, or a better case. Other than that, if your system is going to need more power, get a higher wattage model.

Overall Review: This PSU is equivalent to a higher rated 500W, judging from the 12V rail and the quality. This should be standard issue for any computer, office desk or mid-range gamer -- but I guess that's just my opinion.