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    How does core solo compare?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Starlight, Apr 3, 2006.

  1. Starlight

    Starlight Notebook Evangelist

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    Out of pure curiosity I would like to know where the Intel Core Solo 1.66GHz (I believe that is the only speed it exists in, correct me if I am wrong) places on this chart:
    http://www.systemshootouts.org/processors.html
    It mentions all the duos but not the solo, would be interesting to know if it is about the same or if it is better than the Pentium M 1.67MHz cpu.

    Anyone have an idea?
     
    Starlight, Apr 3, 2006
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  2. miner

    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    The Solo should be a bit faster than the 1.6GHz Pentium M. It should be on par with say 1.83GHz depending on the applications. This is just a rough estimate based on the increase in the FSB to 667MHz.

    It is not really popular as most people opt for the 1.66GHz Duo which in most cases is ~$50 upgrade.
     
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