text: whats better: and amd or an intel processor?   amd is usally a better processor for price and gaming. in my experience it is a matter of preference? both compies make a great chip and should do you well. try to stay away from cellron processors by intel they do not perform as well but they are cheap. if really want an intel you will have to pay more for the same speed and power as an amd  chip.  in the past intel chips have been knowned to clock down thier speed when they get too hot(meaning that they slow down). i have not have had a problem with that so far.  both compies marked their product diffrently. amd likes to get u on buying thier product saying that their 1800mhz processer is like having a intel 2100mhz processer and intel like to intise people in beleiving that thier hyper-threading technology is the greatest, latest thing ever.  it's your choice, choose wisely.lol