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Which processor is faster / powerful?

I'm thinking about upgrading the processor for my computer. Should I get a 2.16 ghz dual-core or a 2.3 ghz single-core? Which one is faster, powerful, and able to do tasks smoothly?

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  • 10 years ago
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    The 2.16 Ghz Dual Core will run laps around the 2.3Ghz single core. Most applications today understand how to use more than one core, so it will be much more efficient when working.

  • O. F
    Lv 5
    10 years ago

    Definitely go for the dual core. If you are replacing a single core, be sure the motherboard can accept it. Older motherboards were not designed to use multi-core processors. Another snag: even if the board can accept dual cores, it may not recognize it without a BIOS update.

  • 10 years ago

    well.. its provably the 2.16 ghz dual core..this is faster ,power and smoothly to do the task.

  • Anonymous
    10 years ago

    well.. its provably the 2.16 ghz dual core..this is faster.

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  • 10 years ago

    dual core for sure.

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