Gary Lyerla wrote:
> I am considering upgrading the CPU in my G3/233 MT. It
> appears that I can get a 500 MHz G3 for the same price or
> slightly less than a 400 MHz G4 ZIF upgrade. The main reason I am
> considering the upgrade is to allow me to use W98 (instead of W95) with
> VPC. From what I have read, it appears that there is little advantage to
> the G4 over the G3 at the same speed except for graphics applications
> like Photoshop -- and I do very little graphics work. So, it seems that
> I would get the most benefit from getting the 500MHz G3 instead of the
> 400 MHz G4 for the same $$. Am I missing something? Any suggestions and
> experiences are welcome.
> Thanks,
>
> Gary
>
> Gary Lyerla
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Gary....
I have run both upgrades and you are pretty much correct in your
assumptions. Unless you need AltiVec abled aps, the G3/500 would be your
best bet. Even in my own personal favorite computer here (9500/G3), I took
out the G4/400 after running it for awhile (with some instability) and
stuck in this G3/400 running at 456 MHz rock solid. The only thing
you're/we're missing is the brand new G4 to replace our upgraded Macs! :))
Tim
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