Intel's 2nd Generation Core processors 29 new CPUs and enhanced graphics

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zarx said:

the i7 2600K ($317) outperforms the $1,000 plus i7 975 and over-clocks better

They could have released something that performs that well two years ago at that price, and profited, if only there had been competition. I view this as a great price drop but no significant advance in CPU tech.