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    What is embedded processor?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by sapplesapple, May 26, 2009.

  1. sapplesapple

    sapplesapple Newbie

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    Hi again,

    I was checking this processor web site of Intel ark.intel.com I noticed that some processors are labeled as embedded (such as p8400) and some are labeled as not embedded (such as T8100)

    I read a comment somewhere saying that non-embedded processors are not so favorable. But no reason was given.

    Does anyone know the difference between an embedded and not-embedded processor?

    Thanks.
     
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    RainMotorsports Formerly ClutchX2

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    The bottom listings are just oem part numbers, none of which will concern you. HP solder's their cpu's on and intel most likley produces versions of their cpu's to suit this need. There is no difference to the end user other then there are models that are not embedded that can be bought and installed on socketed motherboards.

    Also appears they appeal to applications such as pc based arcade, atms etc - http://www.intel.com/design/intarch/core2duo/index.htm

    The last thing anyone would ever say is they want an embedded cpu in their laptop....
     
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    embed cpu means that manufactures want to suck every dollar in your pocket because instead of upgrading the cpu you will have to buy a new device which will cost you much more
     
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    With the exception of netbook and nettop. Embeded cpu means lower cost and higher reliability and yield. Which in every case, the saving goes back towards the consumers. I doubt anyone will upgrade their netbook cpu.
     
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    of course there are many embed cpu's everywhere... cell phones, PDA's, modems, routers, general eletronics etc etc. Though I have serious doubts about being much more expensive.
     
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