Dual core processors are here. AMD folk won’t need a new motherboard for their X2 dual core chips, but they will need a second mortgage. Intel dual core chips are significantly cheaper, but require one of those new Intel 945P and 955X boards we just mentioned. Since a lot of people want us to mention DTCP-IP (“featured” on the new 945P and 955X motherboards), we will talk a little bit about that as well – and whether or not it should hinder your next purchase decision.
Check out the in-depth guide over at AnandTech.