i5 vs i7


  1. Posts : 662
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Mac OS X 10.6.2 x64
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    i5 vs i7


    Is there any noticable difference in performance/power consumption between the i5 and i7? I wish to get a new processor for our desktop, and want to know which is better.

    Some things to note is
    -It will be only on Windows 7 (if there are any compatability issues)
    -Will be playing some fairly new games like ACB/AC2/Lord of the Rings Conquest
    -Will use CS5.5 like Photoshop and Dreamweaver
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  2. Posts : 2,726
    Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit
       #2
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  3. Posts : 7,878
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #3

    The i7 is stronger than the i5. The i7 has hyperthreading, while the I5 does not.

    The real question is whether you have an additional $100 or not. The i7 is stronger and faster, but may not be worth $100 extra. Both are fast processors and I've got friends who own both and they love them both.
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