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    i5-520m or i7-720qm

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by najeem27, Jan 11, 2010.

  1. najeem27

    najeem27 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Which is better?
     
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    tilleroftheearth Wisdom listens quietly...

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    For what, exactly?
     
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    najeem27 Notebook Enthusiast

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    For video rendering in sony vegas and overall performance.
     
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    Levenly Grappling Deity

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    overall performance the hyperthreaded i7 is going to be better, however, the i5 is still most likely a very good performer should it be similar to the desktop variant.
     
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    Thanks for the help.
     
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  6. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    The i7 is a quad-core processor; the i5 a dual-core. The i7 is going to be best for the work you do.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Jan 11, 2010
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