IntelCore2 Duo or Athlon X2

[Squeaky459]

What is the best processor for movie making? I am purchasing a new computer and it must be able to create videos and play vidoes without lag time. I would prefer a laptop but I will buy a desktop it you feel it is better. Thanks.

 

[WR2]

What software will you be using? If it's multi-threaded a quad core CPU would be a good idea.
A desktop with its better quad core options will give you more processing power and also cost less.
What budget are you working with?

 

[Squeaky459]

What software will you be using? If it's multi-threaded a quad core CPU would be a good idea.
A desktop with its better quad core options will give you more processing power and also cost less.
What budget are you working with?

Thank you for replying so quickly. I will be using Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 9. I am not a pro at this so I am looking for something less than $700. I will be using the computer for other things so as Microsoft Office, Photo editing, and of course the internet. The cheaper the better but I don't want to skimp on anything needed to make the video part of my work.l

 

[frozenlead]

For $700, you may be better off with a desktop. Do you already happen to own any parts - a monitor, keyboard, etc?

 

[Squeaky459]

For $700, you may be better off with a desktop. Do you already happen to own any parts - a monitor, keyboard, etc?

Frozenlead,

Yes I have a desktop that I am thinking about replacing. It has a 19 inch screen and wireless keyboard and mouse. Thanks for your suggestion.

 

[Squeaky459]

For $700, you may be better off with a desktop. Do you already happen to own any parts - a monitor, keyboard, etc?

Frozenlead

Is there a particular brand that I should be considering that would have the specs I would need?

 

[Godhatesusall]

For video editing in a budget, i think the must-buy is athlon II x4 620:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103706&cm_re=athlon_II_x4-_-19-103-706-_-Product

 

[Squeaky459]

Great. Thanks for your help.

 

[WR2]

This is why you want to be looking at quad core CPUs.

And in your budget range you'll get a bigger bang for your buck with a desktop PC.
Not that a dual core laptop won't run the program. If you're needing a laptop anyway, get the fastest dual core CPU you can squeeze into your budget.