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PC Components. Microprocessor - performs all computations RAM - larger RAM memory contains more data Motherboard - holds all the above components Ports – where computer accessories can be added, e.g. USB, HDMI. Who makes processors?. INTEL. AMD. Choosing a Processor.
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PC Components Microprocessor - performs all computations RAM - larger RAM memory contains more data Motherboard - holds all the above components Ports – where computer accessories can be added, e.g. USB, HDMI
Who makes processors? INTEL AMD
Choosing a Processor Intel Pentium Dual Core Processors The Intel Pentium processors with Intel dual-core technology deliver great desktop performance, low power enhancements, and multitasking for everyday computing. Intel i3 Processors (Ivy Bridge)Intel Core i3 dual core processors is deal for typical tasks and media playback but not games. Intel i5 ProcessorsIntel i5 usually quad core but some dual processors deliver the next level of productivity and not for gaming. Intel i7 ProcessorsIntel i7 processors dual or quad core for the most demanding applications. High-end use, video and gaming with dedicated video card. AMD A8 - 4 processor cores is comparable to the i3 and low i5, its graphic part is faster than Intels version, can handle light gaming with ease. AMD A10 - 4 processors these quad cores are comparable with the Intel i5, and some i7s should benefit from better battery life.
Speed is essential USB Ports USB Compared
What Operating System What operating system you prefer: • Apple with OS X El Capitan • Windows – 7, 8.1, 10
Laptop Specs 1 • DELL Laptop Latitude 3550 Intel Core i3 5005U (2.0 GHz) 4 GB Memory 500 GB HDD Intel HD Graphics 5500 15.6" Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit • Intel Core i3 5005U (2.0 GHz) • 4 GB Memory 500 GB HDD • Intel HD Graphics 5500 • 1366 x 768 • Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit
Laptop Spec 2 DELL Alienware AW17R3-8342SLV Gaming Laptop 6th Generation Intel Core i7 6700HQ (2.60 GHz) 16 GB Memory 1 TB HDD 256 GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M 4 GB GDDR5 17.3" 4K Windows 10 Home 64-Bit • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M 4 GB GDDR5 • 6th Generation Intel Core i7 6700HQ (2.60 GHz) • 16 GB Memory 1 TB HDD 256 GB SSD • 17.3" 4K/UHD 3840 x 2160 • Windows 10 Home 64-Bit
COMPARISON GAMING BUDGET Intel Core i3 5005U (2.0 GHz) Intel HD Graphics 5500 4 GB Memory 500 GB HDD Windows 7 Pro 64-Bit 15.6“ display 1366 x 768 • 6th Generation Intel Core i7 6700HQ (2.60 GHz) • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M 4 GB GDDR5 • 16 GB Memory • 1 TB HDD 256 GB SSD • Windows 10 Home 64-Bit • 17.3" 4K/UHD 3840 x 2160
Warranty • Know your budget • Know what you are looking for • Read reviews online e.g. amazon, cnet • Look for after sales service and local warranty.