Is there a difference in these 2 processors-- I have a chance to buy a lap top with almost the same specs. except the difference in the processor.. Can anyone assist me with this question? thanks lwalker
1. Personal preference 2. It is my experience that Intel is better (faster) at multimedia operations such as decoding video, etc., but I have not done a scientific evaluation. 3. AMD is generally cheaper. 4. Intel and AMD marketing specs are totally different. 5. There are other technical differences and whether or not they are relevant to you required a better definition of what you are going to use the PC for, application that you are going to run. Since you did not specify which two processors you are comparing, it's impossible to provide a detailed technical answer.
sorry I am in the wrong forum. Could you please direct me to a forum where I can ask questions to help me decide which laptop to purchase, if there is one thanks lwalker
Sorry I see you moved it. I am trying to learn here. Am I able to give specs of a few laptops I am considering to see what others think so I can try to decide which one to get? I do not know if this is allowed or not and appreciate your input
Thanks--here are 3 laptops I am looking at. All are within $30 dollars of each other. I am hoping someone can steer me in the right direction for a laptop that I use for embroidery software and surfing the net and a family who will use it for some games. Thanks lwalker Here goes 1. Includes Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit operating system This laptop easily accommodates computing tasks via the AMD Athlon II Dual-Core Processor and Windows 7 operating system. The 15.6" display allows you to view content in full-screen mode, while the webcam and microphone let you chat face to face. The 500GB hard drive provides room for up to 85,000 photos or 106,000 songs, allowing you to carry your digital entertainment and critical information everywhere you go. Product Features: • 2.1GHz AMD Athlon II Dual-Core Processor for Notebook PCs M320, with 1MB L2 cache, up to 3.2GT/s system bus running at AC/DC mode 35-watt and VISION technology for strong and efficient performance • 15.6" diagonal HD BrightView widescreen display with 1366 x 768 resolution provides a pleasing view • 500GB, 7,200rpm SATA hard drive offers ample storage • 3GB DDR2 system memory can be expanded up to 4GB for even faster multitasking • LightScribe SuperMulti 8x DVD±R/RW with double-layer support plays a variety of formats and creates personalized, silkscreen-quality media • Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n WLAN allows work or play on a wireless network or at hotspots • Integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector allows easy wired networking • High-speed 56K modem allows access to dial-up • 3 USB 2.0 ports make it easy to connect a wide range of peripheral devices • ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4200 graphics with 128MB display cache memory features up to 1,534MB total graphics memory • 5-in-1 digital media card reader is compatible with Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD Picture Card (not included) • Altec Lansing audio provides rich sound • Energy Star qualified and EPEAT Silver registered • 101-key compatible with full-size keyboard and integrated numeric keypad for easy data entry • TouchPad with on/off button and dedicated vertical scroll up/down pad provides fluid navigation • Kensington MicroSaver lock slot, power-on password and third-party security lock device acceptance help keep the laptop safe • Webcam and integrated microphone for face-to-face chats • HP Imprint in high-gloss black provides a professional look • Includes Windows 7 Home Premium 6-bit operating system • Included Software: Symantec Norton Internet Security 2010 60-day trial, HP Assistant, HP PC Recovery, HP Advisor, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Office 2007 Home & Student 60-day trial, Microsoft Silverlight, Sun Java, Rhapsody Music Store, eBay, Windows Live Photo Gallery, Cyberlink Power DVD, Cyberlink YouCam, Cyberlink DVD Suite, Adobe Reader, Adobe Flash, HP Games powered by Wild Tangent, Cyberlink MediaShow, HP Set Up, Windows Live Movie Maker, Windows Live Messenger, • =Windows Live Mail, Windows Live Writer, Skype, MSN Toolbar, Microsoft Portal and Accellor • Inputs: 3 USB 2.0, 1 microphone, 1 HDMI, 1 VGA 15-pin, 1 RJ-11 modem, 1 RJ-45 LAN • Outputs: 1 headphone • 6-cell Li-Ion battery provides rechargeable power • Includes laptop computer, 65W AC adapter and Li-Ion battery • Dimensions: 9.9"l x 14.9"w x 1.4" – 1.6"h • Weight: 5.9 lb. • Warranty: 30 days limited software support with 1 year limited software support with product registration; 1 year limited hardware with toll-free support; 1 year hardware technical support (Model HP G61-632NR NUMBER 2 LAPTOP ntroducing the Inspiron 15, a 15.6" laptop that gives you the everyday features you need, all at a great value. • Intel® Pentium® Dual Core T4400 (2.2GHz) • 4GB installed memory • 320GB hard drive • CD/DVD Writer (DVD+/-RW) - Plays and creates CDs and DVDs • Glossy, widescreen 15.6" display (1366x768) • Dell 1397 b/g wireless card • Built-in 1.3MP webcam • 7-in-1 Media Card Reader • 6-cell Battery; Up to 4 hours, 30 minutes of battery life* • Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit) • Dimensions 9.6"D x 14.7"W x 1.02"H (6.0lbs) • 1 year warranty *Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power managementsetting of the products, and the product features used by the customer. As will all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage. #3.LAPTOP Dell inspiron 15 Print Summary Software & Services Intel® Pentium® Dual Core™ T4400 (2.2GHz/800MHz FSB/1MB cache) Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium, 64bit, English 1 Year Basic Service Plan 320GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) 6-cell battery Integrated 1.3 MP Webcam Dell Wireless 1397 802.11g Half Mini-Card Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD 8X CD/DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive) High Definition Audio 2.0 Jet Black My Accessories Microsoft® Works 9 McAfee SecurityCenter, 15-Months Dell Online Backup 2GB for 1 year Also Includes 4GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz Bright, glossy widescreen 15.6 WLED display (1366x768) Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 9.0 Integrated 10/100 Network Card Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor No ISP requested
Intel CPU's nowadays are faster than AMD's mhz to mhz generally. So the AMD is slower and have 1 gig less ram. I am an AMD fan to the end, but I cannot say I recommend the AMD laptop. With the intels, they are both inspiron 15's with a T4400 CPU and 4GB a ram. I'd assume they are the same computer with a few diff options (maybe some software differences or accessories?)
