Turion X2 Vs. Core Duo anyone know? ... It depends on the models. I have a Turion ZM-80 that benchmarks faster than some Core 2 Duos, but gets smoked by others ...

TheFlyingPig · 11-13-2006, 05:23 PM

For what you get, Core 2 Duo is a win.
All that Core Duo lacked that Turion X2 had was 64-bit.
Now that that gap is filled, turion X2 is eating dust.
Its still a strong mobile dual core processor, but the Core series are much bettery for battery life as well as performance in a laptop.
Its really only 1 or 2 hundred more, but you get much more.
And I was looking at the hp's dv9000t series too, but I chose hypersonic because I wanted a top of the line machine... which is already outdated... and I haven't even gotten it yet -.- oh well. DX10 isn't my thing.

WeAreNotAlone · 11-13-2006, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by TheFlyingPig

but I chose hypersonic because I wanted a top of the line machine... which is already outdated... and I haven't even gotten it yet -.- oh well. DX10 isn't my thing.

Sounds interesting ,

Hypersonic CX7
--------------------------

Intel Core 2 Duo T7400

Nvidia GeForce Go 7950 GTX

Corsair 2GB DDR2 PC5300

160GB 5400rpm SATA

How much?

PS: Got a link to the unit you ordered?.. and would you happen to know who "really" mfg's the Hypersonic CX7??? Compal?

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AirForceElite · 02-18-2007, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by link1313

core 2 duo is better price/performance ratio then any of the amd processors. Do a google search then pull out a calculator.

I am not really sure about that my friend.
You see, i was considering on buying a core duo or core 2 duo system at BestBuy.

i have no need for strong video card, thats why i am gonna get Nvidia 6150 which is integrated.
anyways, back to your poinr.
For $999, bets buy was offering: AMD 64 X2 1.6 Ghz, 1GB RAM, 120GB HDD, LightScribe DVD burner, webcam+mic, nVidia 6150 video card.

I am not an AMD fan, but i was looking sooo hard for a CD or C2D system with enhanced integrated video card (nvidia 6150/ati 1150) for less than $999, and i couldnt find anything.

archalien · 02-19-2007, 01:38 AM

C2D is the superior chip all the way around, clock for clock, total power, and especially battery consumption, except maybe price.

The AMD's are much cheaper, but I have yet to run across a good price/performance benchmark to see exactly were all the different chips fall.

So if money is an issue, save some and go with an X2 mobile, if not go with the far superior C2D line.

AJ6065 · 08-01-2008, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by archalien

C2D is the superior chip all the way around, clock for clock, total power, and especially battery consumption, except maybe price.

The AMD's are much cheaper, but I have yet to run across a good price/performance benchmark to see exactly were all the different chips fall.

So if money is an issue, save some and go with an X2 mobile, if not go with the far superior C2D line.

Well stated. The Core 2 Duos are without question better performers. If you are only going to be using the laptop for light tasks such as office productivity, surfing the web, or listening to music; or if you are on a tight budget, then it would be perfectly acceptable to choose an AMD. However I would highly advise you choose only from 3 new CPU's just recently released from AMD. They are the Turion X2 Ultra models, which is part of AMD's newly released "Puma" platform. One good laptop that features this platfrom is the HP Pavilion dv5z.

CirtexHosting · 08-13-2008, 08:20 AM

I have never used such laptop but I think that in places where they are being sold you can try to find some reviews.

Gulkor · 08-27-2008, 12:21 PM

the core 2 duo will destroy that x2

NickWelder · 05-04-2009, 12:54 AM

It depends on the models. I have a Turion ZM-80 that benchmarks faster than some Core 2 Duos, but gets smoked by others. List specific processor models and then we can help better.

11-13-2006, 05:23 PM	#16
TheFlyingPig Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 158 Credits: -307	For what you get, Core 2 Duo is a win. All that Core Duo lacked that Turion X2 had was 64-bit. Now that that gap is filled, turion X2 is eating dust. Its still a strong mobile dual core processor, but the Core series are much bettery for battery life as well as performance in a laptop. Its really only 1 or 2 hundred more, but you get much more. And I was looking at the hp's dv9000t series too, but I chose hypersonic because I wanted a top of the line machine... which is already outdated... and I haven't even gotten it yet -.- oh well. DX10 isn't my thing. __________________ Hypersonic CX7 -------------------------- Intel Core 2 Duo T7400 :: Nvidia GeForce Go 7950 GTX :: Corsair 2GB DDR2 PC5300 :: Hitachi 160GB 5400rpm SATA 10 / 19 / 2006// Step 1: Order Pending Acceptance 10/20 - 10/22 // Step 3: Order is Processed 10/23 - 10/29 // Step 5: Kitting and Assignment 10/30 - 11/09 // Step 6: Conception 11/10 - 11/12 // Step 10: Grooming 11/13 - 11/14 // Step 14: Shipped I'll be making a review someday, look for it.

02-19-2007, 01:38 AM	#19
archalien Supreme Alien Overlord Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 2,321 Credits: 2,914	C2D is the superior chip all the way around, clock for clock, total power, and especially battery consumption, except maybe price. The AMD's are much cheaper, but I have yet to run across a good price/performance benchmark to see exactly were all the different chips fall. So if money is an issue, save some and go with an X2 mobile, if not go with the far superior C2D line. __________________ Dell SXPS 1640 C2D T9550(2.66GHz/1066Mhz/6M L2), 4GB DDR3 1067 OCZ Vertx 128GB SSD (Indilinx controller) ATI Mobility RADEON HD 3670 - 512MB, 1080P RGBLED Intel 5300 ABGN S-Dual Band, Dell 370 BT 2.1 EDR

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08-13-2008, 08:20 AM	#21
CirtexHosting Adios! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 3 Credits: 311	I have never used such laptop but I think that in places where they are being sold you can try to find some reviews.

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Gulkor Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 30 Credits: 539	the core 2 duo will destroy that x2

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NickWelder Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In a VAN DOWN BY THE RIVER Posts: 53 Benchmarks: 6 Credits: 4,863	It depends on the models. I have a Turion ZM-80 that benchmarks faster than some Core 2 Duos, but gets smoked by others. List specific processor models and then we can help better.