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A computer processor is another name for the CPU. CPU stands for “Central Processing Unit”, and may also be called by the term “processor”. A CPU consists of electronic components that run the operations of a computer. The faster the CPU, the faster the computer can execute. The CPU can be thought of as the engine of the computer.
Intel has 3 new CPU processors. The Core i3
, i5, and i7
.
Intel’s last processor was the Core 2 processor. The Core 2 processors were pretty clear-cut. You had a Core 2 Duo (two processor cores on one chip), or the Core 2 Quad (four processors on one chip). The i3, i5
, and the i7 processors are a step up over the old processor, the Core 2. These new processors are designed to make your PC run quicker and more efficient than the Core 2 processors they replace.
Intel has simplified things by paring everything down into three main categories, entry-level (Intel Core i3), mid-range (Intel Core i5), and high-range (Intel Core i7). The performance and features generally increase with the size of the “i” identifier number. In other words, Core i5 processors are faster than Core i3 processors.
With these new processors, Intel introduces a new technology. Its called Hyper-Threading. With the old Core 2 processor, it could handle one process at a time. The new Core i3
has a dual core base like the Core 2, but Hyper-Threading allows the Core i3 to run two processes simultaneously on each core. This allows it to perform four operations at once, instead of the usual two. This makes it a lot faster than the old Core 2.
Every computer contains an internal clock that regulates the rate, or speed at which instructions are executed. The internal clock also synchronizes all the various computer components together.
Computer Clock Speed, also called clock rate, is the speed at which a processor executes these instructions.
The Core i5
, is almost identical to the i3 with Hyper-Threading, except that it will go faster still. The Core i5 processors have a new feature known as Intel Turbo Boost.
Turbo Boost is a system that automatically over clocks the processor to a faster frequency. In other words, this processor will run faster than the set speed of your computer. Depending on the application, the i5 may give you a noticeable difference in speed than the i3.
The Core i7
processors are available in 2 different chipsets. Both chipsets offer quad core performance, hyper threading, and Turbo Boost Technology. However, the i7 processors are considered to be slightly faster still, and the “top of the line” out of all the processors.
Both variations of the Core i7 CPU offer similar performance and in most cases that performance is unbelievably scary fast.
Intel Hyper Treading Technology uses the processor more efficiently. That in turn gives you improved performance, and lightning fast speed.
The future is here with the Intel i3, i5, and i7.
Which ever version you choose in the Intel Core series you will receive a first class quality processor. IQ Computer Services can answer all your questions. The pros at IQ Computer can design a system that's right for you. Contact them today.
, i5, and i7.Intel’s last processor was the Core 2 processor. The Core 2 processors were pretty clear-cut. You had a Core 2 Duo (two processor cores on one chip), or the Core 2 Quad (four processors on one chip). The i3, i5
, and the i7 processors are a step up over the old processor, the Core 2. These new processors are designed to make your PC run quicker and more efficient than the Core 2 processors they replace.Intel has simplified things by paring everything down into three main categories, entry-level (Intel Core i3), mid-range (Intel Core i5), and high-range (Intel Core i7). The performance and features generally increase with the size of the “i” identifier number. In other words, Core i5 processors are faster than Core i3 processors.
With these new processors, Intel introduces a new technology. Its called Hyper-Threading. With the old Core 2 processor, it could handle one process at a time. The new Core i3
has a dual core base like the Core 2, but Hyper-Threading allows the Core i3 to run two processes simultaneously on each core. This allows it to perform four operations at once, instead of the usual two. This makes it a lot faster than the old Core 2.Every computer contains an internal clock that regulates the rate, or speed at which instructions are executed. The internal clock also synchronizes all the various computer components together.
Computer Clock Speed, also called clock rate, is the speed at which a processor executes these instructions.
The Core i5
, is almost identical to the i3 with Hyper-Threading, except that it will go faster still. The Core i5 processors have a new feature known as Intel Turbo Boost.Turbo Boost is a system that automatically over clocks the processor to a faster frequency. In other words, this processor will run faster than the set speed of your computer. Depending on the application, the i5 may give you a noticeable difference in speed than the i3.
The Core i7
processors are available in 2 different chipsets. Both chipsets offer quad core performance, hyper threading, and Turbo Boost Technology. However, the i7 processors are considered to be slightly faster still, and the “top of the line” out of all the processors.Both variations of the Core i7 CPU offer similar performance and in most cases that performance is unbelievably scary fast.
Intel Hyper Treading Technology uses the processor more efficiently. That in turn gives you improved performance, and lightning fast speed.
The future is here with the Intel i3, i5, and i7.
Which ever version you choose in the Intel Core series you will receive a first class quality processor. IQ Computer Services can answer all your questions. The pros at IQ Computer can design a system that's right for you. Contact them today.
is the backbone of your computer. The operating system manages your other computer programs,ensuring that your computer runs properly.