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Originally Posted by WiLLiSTER  Even with the i5's, he'd be moving up to triple channel ddr3 and a more expensive mobo, pushing him above the 1k mark. |
Perhaps
However, do note that the socket type used by the i5 would be cheaper than the ones used in the i7 units (LGA 1366) so that kinda provides some relief. Besides, it's kinda hard to be tempted and thus ignore the fact that it even beats the Q9650.
Lynnfield tested: Intel Core i5-750 and Core i7-860 benchmarked in Anno 1404: Dawn of Discovery - Lynnfield, Test, Intel Core i5-750, Core i7-60, Anno 1404 - PC Games Hardware
Anyways, like I said, these are just some suggestions anyways
P.S.
According to reports, Lynnfield i5 processors will not use triple channel but instead go for double channel memory and DMI (Direct Media Interface)