Originally Posted by niks_devil666

Both are good , a rough comparison is like this ->

x4 -> quad core -> Phenom II x4 -> i7 , and the prices are also in this same order.

Phenom 2 x4 are the most overclockable processors here (dont know abt i7) and I guess the most VFM too.

Here is a link for reference ->

Amd's phenom ii 940 guns for the core 2 quad q9400 - The Inquirer

Originally Posted by Aparajith

@niks: Currently i7 tops the table as the most overclockable. They come with multiplier unlocked. I myself have OC'ed it to 4.2Ghz!!! Its that simple.... Check here: Intel Core i7-920 Overclocking Guide - X-bit labs