Which of these old Intel CPUs is better?

[thingemajib]

i know everyone goes for the unmentioned option 3, but for a system running 24/7, its a dam good idea. will save you sooo much on power bills.

however, if that is not an option for whatever reason, then p4

 

[OrphanBoy]

You can always undervolt it and run it fanless. I did this with a 3GHz P4 Northwood for a year as a 24/7 server.

 

[easyrider]

You can always undervolt it and run it fanless. I did this with a 3GHz P4 Northwood for a year as a 24/7 server.

That indeed is a splendid idea.

Why send more PC parts to landfill

Use what you have for the usage you need

 

[SlugForAButt]

You not going to slip a quick AMD in there Wayne?

Yes he is!

 

[OpenToSuggestions]

The word 'Celeron' should be banned from the forums!

 

[SlugForAButt]

Why?
I'd rather the word "celery" was banned. It's much more offensive!