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    1.60 vs 1.83GHz Processor

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Quest, Aug 4, 2006.

  1. Quest

    Quest Notebook Guru

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    I have heard that the difference between these two processors is minimal. I have also heard that the difference is noticeable. So...whats the deal?

    I will primarily be using the computer for extensive web browsing, Photoshop CS2, a little bit of web design, and possible video and music editing and production.

    Any help is appreciated.
     
    Quest, Aug 4, 2006
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  2. Jason

    Jason Overclocker NBR Reviewer

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    The difference is very minimal. The 1.83 is less than 10% faster than the 1.66. You would be better off going with more RAM or a bigger or faster HD.
     
    Jason, Aug 4, 2006
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  3. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    I would probably go for the T2400 if you can afford it . . never hurt to have the extra power. The T2050 1.60GHz has a 533MHz FSB vs. the standard Duo's 667. Since Photoshop is multithreaded, you'll probably see a marginal boost going with the T2400. I'm not sure what your budget is or how demanding of a user you are.
     
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  4. s4iscool

    s4iscool Notebook Deity

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    There is a difference in the two, at least in generic tests ive doen with friends identical hardware laptops. To me, it makes a diff in photoshop when crunching raw files.
     
    s4iscool, Aug 4, 2006
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    There really isn't much diffrence. I suggest you get extra ram for a bigger diffrence
     
    gridtalker, Aug 4, 2006
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    Thought not to many people or programs use it the 2300e does not have virtualization.
     
    springr, Aug 4, 2006
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    Quest Notebook Guru

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    Thats good to know. I will definitely be working with RAW files. Would I be able to get by on CS2 with only 512MB of RAM? I may start out with that...
     
    Quest, Aug 4, 2006
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  8. s4iscool

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    I would go with more, i havent personally used 512 and CS2, but even with 1gb, it could be faster, so I wouldnt want only 512. If you have to batch raw files...goodness youll need more than 512 :)
     
    s4iscool, Aug 4, 2006
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