I am building a new computer. My usage would be mostly as a linux workstation and with low-end gaming, photoshop or minimal video editing. Currently the confusion is between sandy bridge 2600 and 2600k. 2600k seems to be a general choice around the web. Why is then 2600 even there? The
http://ark.intel.com/Compare.aspx?ids=52214,52213, comparision at intel says I will get better graphics with unlocked cpu at a negligible price overhead with 2600k. But the
k kicks out some features regarding
virtualization (I need virtualization) and
trusted execution . Also since Z68 chipset is to be released in May this year, I have decided to wait and go with that. I won't overclock or add gpu anytime soon but after some years as requirement comes. My blog post providing the details of the probable computer configuration:
http://www.rohanjain.in/blog/building-my-power-computer/ http://www.rohanjain.in/blog/building-my-power-computer/ So what should be the best choice for me?
Changed the probable motherboard
