I run a hackintosh as a cheap way to keep some OSX only software up and running that we access a lot for small admin jobs, a small Dell desktop Intel Core Solo

I run a hackintosh as a cheap way to keep some OSX only software up and running that we access a lot for small admin jobs, a small Dell desktop Intel Core Solo 1.6ghz. It works great except for system updates, and you have to restart to see any new USB or drive connections etc. Just one core, so can't comment on the thread scheduling. I'd probably not set another up, due to the hassle. For our general testing and development purposes a Intel Mac Mini does a great job. Maybe get a couple of those and cluster them? Much cheaper and more CPU for your money.