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    core 2 duo vs. core 2 quad xps1530

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by xbender, May 13, 2008.

  1. xbender

    xbender Notebook Consultant

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    Im reading more and more about 4 core CPUs, even from the Core 2 (notebook cpus) family.... and I would like ask, if there is something to those 4core cpus, plus if it is possible to set one into XPS :-D the prices are really low now.... would I notice the difference between my cpu T8300 and any quad core or is it only for intense computing? thanks for any info...
     
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  2. The_Observer

    The_Observer 9262 is the best:)

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    You will notice the difference mainly with softwares that can use more cores.
     
    The_Observer, May 13, 2008
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  3. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Uhh....there is no quad core out yet for laptops. And if memory serves me correctly (read: I could be wrong), no current notebook will support the mobile quads that will be out in a few months (needs a different socket).
     
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  4. The General

    The General Notebook Evangelist

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    There are quad core notebooks:
    The Sager springs to mind, but it's the only one out currently. It's using a desktop chip, so it's really limited to gaming machines right now.
     
    The General, May 13, 2008
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  5. KTGT

    KTGT Notebook Enthusiast

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    +1 Greg.

    I wouldn't want a quad core mobile CPU anyway. Not many programs would take advantage of it, much more power hungry, a lot more heat to dissipate, etc.
     
    KTGT, May 13, 2008
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  6. tianxia

    tianxia kitty!!!

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    sorry no c2qs for lappies now. those sagers don't use mobile chipsets, they're true desktop replacements.
     
    tianxia, May 13, 2008
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