How to Compare Intel Laptop CPUs
by Jim Campbell, Demand MediaIntel is a manufacturer of central processing units (CPUs). The CPU on your laptop does all of the calculations for your computer input. Several CPUs are offered by Intel. When searching for a laptop computer, choose the CPU that is most beneficial for your work. People who game frequently need a better processor than those who just want to type in a word processor. Learn about computer specifications before selecting a CPU.
Step 1
Review the speed of the processor. As of February 2011, processor speeds are set in gigahertz. The higher the gigahertz number, the faster the processor. If you're playing games or you want to use your laptop for media, choose a higher speed processor.
Step 2
Select a higher speed processor if you plan to watch movies or create videos on the computer. Videos and movies require a faster processor, especially when you stream the content over a network. Streaming media on the network takes more resources for your computer.
Step 3
Review the kind of work you want to do on the computer. Word processors and simple Web browsing don't require too much power from your CPU. If you want to save money, select a slower processor if you're only using the laptop for work such as research and writing.
Step 4
Determine your budget. If you purchase a slower processor, you save money. If you don't need the latest and greatest processor, you can save money by purchasing one to two generations behind from the latest model. Your budget helps you narrow down which Intel processor to purchase for your laptop.
