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Re: processor dual core



Hi,

On Mon, 18 Sep 2006 10:15:07 +0100 Gerard Robin wrote:

> the recent laptops have a processor dual core, but there are still
> laptops with centrino or turion processors.

I think you're mixing somethin up.
Centrino isn't a processor, but a kind of bundle. If the laptops does
have an Intel mobile processor (p4-m, core(2) duo), a Intel chipset and
a Intel wireless card (IPWxxxx) it has a Centrino logo. So does my
Thinkpad with a Core Duo proc.
There are also dual core Turions (called Turion 64 X2).

> Which one is better to purchase ? (for the same price): 
> dual core or centrino/turion.

I would buy a Core Duo.

> Is the dual core really an advantage ?

If you do a lot of compiling - yes.
If you're using only one app at the same time, and this one isn't
SMP-aware - no.

Greets
Evgeni

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