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Both processors are very reliable but the main difference is with performance. I currently have 2 computers with Intel Pentium and 2 with AMD. The Intel Pentium are more geared to the buisness side of the computer world and the AMD are much better for gaming applications, even though they do a fine job on the buisness side as well. It really comes down to one's preference and the type of applications the computer will be running.
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∙ 9y agoThe Pentium is an older Intel CPU. AMD is a CPU manufacturer. The difference depends on which two CPUs you are comparing. For instance, if you mean the original Pentium, then the AMD K6 series (a fair comparison that would work on the same motherboard) would actually be faster. Windows 95 had a bug that would not let it boot on AMD CPUs faster than 300-350 Mhz, but it would run fine on any Pentium processor.
None of the Pentium CPUs were all that good and almost any dual core AMD would outrun an hyperthreaded Pentium. Now, if you compare the latest Intel (Core 7 series) and AMD CPUs, the Intel CPUs will outrun anything AMD has to offer (even the 8-core "bulldozer" series CPUs).
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What processors that requires dual voltages?
Pentium MMX, AMD K6, CYRIX M2
Is AMD better than an Intel Pentium processor?
It depends, but usually Intel is better. Older AMD processors (compared against the early Pentium 4) were much faster, however.
Explain the need for different types of processors?
Basically there are two types of processors which are manufactured by two companies and they are Intel and AMD. Now there are a number of varieties available in both Intel and AMD. Intel offers Pentium Pro, Pentium II, Celeron, Pentium II Xeon, Pentium III, Pentium II and III Xeon, Celeron with Pentium III Based, Pentium 4, Pentium M, Intel Core, Dual Core Xeon LV, Intel Pentium Dual Core, Intel Core 2. Pentium Duo, Pentium Dual Core, Core 2 Quad, Intel Pentuim 2 Dual Core Processor. AMD processors include AMD Athlon, AMD Athlon 64, AMD Athlon X2, AMD Athlon Xp, AMD Duron, AMD Sempron, AMD Turion, MD Opteron and AMD Phenom 1. Moreover, there are various processors offered by various companies like Macintosh processor. In other words different processors are used for different types of technology.
Is the AMD K6 a type of microprocessor?
Yes. It is a CPU once made by AMD. It is comparable to the Intel Pentium II. It was released in 1997 and was designed to be able to operate in computers designed for Intel Pentium processors.
How many types of processors are there?
Intel offers Pentium Pro, Pentium II, Celeron, Pentium II Xeon, Pentium III, Pentium II and III Xeon, Celeron with Pentium III Based, Pentium 4, Pentium M, Intel Core, Dual Core Xeon LV, Intel Pentium Dual Core, Intel Core 2. Pentium Duo, Pentium Dual Core, Core 2 Quad, Intel Pentuim 2 Dual Core PrAMD processors include AMD Athlon, AMD Athlon 64, AMD Athlon X2, AMD Athlon Xp, AMD Duron, AMD Sempron, AMD Turion, MD Opteron and AMD Phenom 1.
What are some of the different processors used in todays?
Contemporary computers mostly use either Intel or AMD processors. The Pentium brand of Intel processors is the most popular in the world.
How many types of CPU?
There are many types of CPU's.. 3 types of CPUs are: CISC: Complex Instruction Set Computers RISC: Reduced instruction Set Computers MISC: Minimal Instruction Set Computer
What is the difference between Intel microprocessors and Advance Micro device processors?
Intel processors and AMD processors use a different architecture and AMD tends to be a little bit behind. Intel is working on 14nm and is currently at 22nm, while AMD just now advanced to 28nm.
Is Intel better than an amd processor?
It depends, but usually Intel is better. Older AMD processors (compared against the early Pentium 4) were much faster, however.
What is equivalent to AMD Sempron 3500 plus in Pentium terms?
Intel Pentium M 1.73GHz Both very outdated and very slow compared to today's processors.
What processors are equal to the Intel Pentium III?
The AMD K6-III and early Athlon processors are roughly equivalent in speed and performance. Via C7 processors, although released much later, are close in terms of performance to a Pentium III.
What is the difference between Intel and AMD?
Obviously different companies, but besides that AMD processors mu go in motherboard that use an AMD socket and Intel processors must go into an Intel based socket. Intel processors seem to be a bit more expensive but Intel is on top with the newest technology. Many AMD "fans" would argue this.
