[GRLUG] hardware specs help

[Michael Mol]

Be aware that there is a *significant* performance difference between the
i3 and i5, in terms of normal CPU capability. I'd rather buy a refurb
midrange laptop than a new i3.
On Apr 30, 2012 8:25 AM, "John-Thomas Richards" <jtr at jrichards.org> wrote:

> LUG,
>
> I am probably going to order a laptop today.  I have a question
> regarding specs / performance.  I have my choice narrowed down to two
> manufacturers.  The laptops have nearly identical specs with two notable
> exceptions.  They are:
>
> Laptop 1                        Laptop 2
> ==============================================================
> Core i3 2350M 2.3GHz            Core i5 2450M 2.50GHz
> nVidia 540M 1GB                 Intel High Definition Graphics
> $1,097                          $923
>
> The only experience is have with Intel graphics is several years ago
> when it was merely passable.  Is the Core i3/nVidia combo worth $174
> over the Core i5/Intel HD combo?
>
> Both laptops come with Linux preinstalled.  If I go with the nVidia
> system, I would run the binary drivers.
> --
> john-thomas
> ------
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