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    CPU Speed: X300 vs. X301

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by ComputerMinder, Jan 31, 2009.

  1. ComputerMinder

    ComputerMinder Notebook Enthusiast

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    What is the performance difference between the
    Core 2 Duo SL7100 / 1.2 Ghz (in X300)
    Core 2 Duo SU9400 1.40 Ghz (in X301)

    Set aside HD performance issues I am interested in processor speed comparison only.

    This is not a typical Internet / Office computer.

    The machine will always run another Virtual Machine (VMWare) inside. So it does need processor power as the internal VM takes substantial memory and CPU.

    Thanks
     
    ComputerMinder, Jan 31, 2009
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  2. ym1

    ym1 Notebook Consultant

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    I can't help you with the CPU Q much. Mine "X300" does fine for what I need.
    However I don't think I would plan on doing any VMware server on it if I were you. This isn't the best solution nor is it cheap. You could get way more bang for you buck on a different laptop.

    ym
     
    ym1, Feb 1, 2009
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  3. Voldenuit

    Voldenuit Notebook Consultant

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    The X3xx is probably not the best choice for running a dedicated VM. You might want to look at something with a faster CPU like the X200 series.

    Having said that, if you're still bent on the X3xx, I'd recommend the X301*. lenovo doesn't support 64-bit OS on the X300, so you might run into driver issues if you install a 64-bit OS on it.

    * I just noticed that lenovo no longer sells the X300 on its website, so there's your decision made for you :p
     
    Voldenuit, Feb 2, 2009
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  4. ronnieb

    ronnieb Representing the Canucks

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    I believe the chip type is different, with the x301 having the newer core 2 duo chip.

    For VM ware, stick with a more powerful computer
     
    ronnieb, Feb 2, 2009
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