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    What is the difference between mobile and desktop gpu's?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by masterchef341, Jun 27, 2007.

  1. masterchef341

    masterchef341 The guy from The Notebook

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    Let me clarify- i know the difference. Mobile tech is made to limit heat output and power consumption, first and foremost.

    But- what is the performance difference between something like a desktop 8600 gt vs an 8600m gt? or a mobility hd 2600xt vs a desktop hd 2600xt?

    anyone know? thanks in advance.
     
    masterchef341, Jun 27, 2007
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  2. wave

    wave Notebook Virtuoso

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    The mobile version will always be weaker. By how much depends. It can range from 20-50% I think.
     
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    Ice-Tea MXM Guru NBR Reviewer

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    A midrange mobile will score between a low range and midrange desktop. A high range mobile will score between a mid and hihgh range desktop and so on..
     
    Ice-Tea, Jun 27, 2007
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