10-21-2009, 05:16 PM
Quad cores require an adequate cooling system to work. Look at the TDP numbers for the quad processors vs. the dual core processors in the iMacs. If the quad numbers are higher (they are) then the iMac's cooling system probably will not be able to keep them from frying.
OTOH, it's a good reason to keep some bacon nearby.
OTOH, it's a good reason to keep some bacon nearby.