Hello everyone, I am new to this forum.
To start off, I usually keep up with new technology/ computers but have only done some research on the second generation intel cores.
I am looking to order/customize a new laptop very soon (probably Toshiba or HP).
I definitely want a core i5 or better.
One laptop I might customize gives the option of a i7-2630QM 2.0 upgraded from the i5-2410M for only $65.00. Seems like it may be worth it. How much do these differ? Ive looked at benchmark testing but not sure how valid those test are.
Would single core speeds (w/ turbo boost on both are both clocked at 2.9) be the same for both?
If this helps any: I am looking to use the laptop for day-to-day general computing, and also engineering applications, and things such as advanced calculations in Excel. I know clock speed doesn't mean much.
Any information, opinions, or insight is appreciated.
To start off, I usually keep up with new technology/ computers but have only done some research on the second generation intel cores.
I am looking to order/customize a new laptop very soon (probably Toshiba or HP).
I definitely want a core i5 or better.
One laptop I might customize gives the option of a i7-2630QM 2.0 upgraded from the i5-2410M for only $65.00. Seems like it may be worth it. How much do these differ? Ive looked at benchmark testing but not sure how valid those test are.
Would single core speeds (w/ turbo boost on both are both clocked at 2.9) be the same for both?
If this helps any: I am looking to use the laptop for day-to-day general computing, and also engineering applications, and things such as advanced calculations in Excel. I know clock speed doesn't mean much.
Any information, opinions, or insight is appreciated.
