2.16GHz Intel Core 2 Duo or 2.0??? Tell me which to go with and why please!

Hey im trying to decide on which macbook to get. I am getting the white version but don't know on which processor. Both MBs will be equipped with 2GB 667 DDR2 SDRAM - 2x1GB memory and 160 gb HD. But i wanted to know if the 2.16 processor is worth the extra $132 or will I even notice the difference? thanks

Just do what I did and pay the extra money for the 2.16GHz processor. It's a little faster and performs better.
I decided to get the 2.16GHz so my MacBook wouldn't be considered slow in a year or two (when they come out with the new models of the MacBook).
Go with the 2.16GHz. You won't regret it.
Prof.
MacBook 2.16GHz 1GB RAM 120GB   Mac OS X (10.4.10)   30GB White iPod w/ Video Gen. 5///4GB iPod nano Product (RED)

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