Guys, let's cut the Intel vs AMD debates please.

Intel is substantially faster than AMD clock for clock, this isn't news.

Why is this chip interesting? Because it potentially offers an inexpensive true 6 core solution, that will hopefully overclock similarly to current quad core offerings from AMD. This represents a good bang for buck in multi-threaded apps.

Everyone should be able to appreciate that, no matter what camp your in. People who game with Intel rigs, this new hexacore could make a great crunching/workstation for you, as less cost than your i7 920 ran you brand new.