The new Arrandale processors are Intel’s lastest processors for mainstream laptops. They are dual-core processors that support Hyperthreading (so they can work virtually as quad-cores) and incorporate the GPU in the same chip as the CPU. Today it’s the official launch and so the first reviews are up. Engadget has compiled some of them. In summary:
- Performance is higher, from 10% to 45%, depending on the task.
- Power consumption is very similar.
- The integrated GPU (Intel GMA HD) is up to 2 times faster than the current Intel GMA 4500MHD, but it’s still too weak for 3D gaming.
All in all, Intel Core i5 processors seem a very worthy replacement for current Core 2 Duos. As they support 4 threads and there are some models with a TDP as low as 18 W, quad-core mobile processors from AMD look less awesome now. As always, we need a good comparison!
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