[boogerlad]

clock for clock, i7 is 15-30% faster.

 

[boogerlad]

Right now I use an e8400 core 2 duo (3ghz) for dolphin and can get 50 fps on brawl. (no overclocking)

I am going to sell this computer and build an i7 rig. Might i still be able to get similar results?

if not. how much work is it to overclock? i have no idea how to do it. i really would like to not overclock if i can because i want this to be stable and long lasting.

also. right now I am using the 64 bit dolphin for brawl. will 32 bit work just as well?
my brother has a pc with a 3.16 ghz core 2 duo. will it work for brawl? it has a 32 bit os.

When you get 50fps in brawl, do you mean in the middle of the battle or just menus? I'm wondering because i have a similar comp to yours.

 

[boogerlad]

you can easily get 4ghz on i7 as well.