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    Fast Dual Core vs. Slower Quad

    Discussion in 'HP' started by jnickell, Feb 15, 2009.

  1. jnickell

    jnickell Notebook Consultant

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    When compairing processors how do you compare a fast dual and a slower quad. For example, I have the opportunity to choose between a Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T9600 (2.80GHz) and a Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad Processor Q9100 (2.26 GHz) - for an additional cost of course. Will I see any benefit to running the quad even though each core is significantly slower? What are the drawbacks?
    Thanks!
     
    jnickell, Feb 15, 2009
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Please do not cross post. Forum rules.
     
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