Laptops get performance boost from Intel Core2 duo processors

More than 200 Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology based designs from PC manufacturers, resellers and integrators around the world will leverage the new Intel Core 2 Duo processor this year.

"In just one year we've taken extraordinary leaps in mobile and desktop computing with the launch of the Intel Core 2 Duo processor," said Samir Al-Schamma, general manager for the GCC, Intel Corporation.

"For laptops the new processor has doubled the performance giving consumers and businesses an immersive mobile experience while keeping power consumption and battery life unchanged. The dual core processing power of the Core 2 Duo processor helps people handle the toughest of multi-tasking scenarios no matter where they are."

Intel Core 2 Duo processors have two processing cores or computing "brains" that can handle multiple tasks in less time while consuming less power. This means cooler, sleeker or smaller systems. These processors also deliver improved performance for videos, gaming, and multimedia activities-especially when running multiple applications simultaneously, For example, when integrated into Centrino Duo-based systems, the Core 2 Duo processors can improve viewing and playing back high-definition video, speed up conversion of songs into a digital format so they can be uploaded onto an MP3 player, and more quickly run the latest virus updates.
Laptops based on Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology with the Core 2 Duo processor also include the current Intel® 945 Express chipset family and the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection.