Hi,
All differences between Core 2 DUO and Dual Core Processors.
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Sharath
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Yes, Core 2 Duo processors are simply a brand of dual-cored processors marketed by Intel.
Intel also run other standard dual-core processors; what you will find is that the Core 2 Duo range are intended for desktop PCs (whereas other brands such as Xeon are generally installed in servers) and their processing speeds will affect the cost too. Many of the Core 2 Duos outperform Intel's other, older, brands of dual-core processors when it comes to processing speed.
Another factor with Core 2 Duo processors is they are meant to run at a lower temperature that other Intel dual-cores due to the way they work, meaning they are good for overclocking (running faster than they should do, something I don't recommend) and just generally for keeping your PC cool.
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by: tigermattPosted on 2008-05-09 at 10:24:08ID: 21534910
Hi Sharath
If you're talking about the basics, there is no obvious difference between a Core 2 Duo Intel processor and any other dual cored processor. Both models have two separate processing cores contained within one physical unit and made available to all OSs which are compatible with dual core processors (XP, Vista and the latest Windows Server editions certainly are, although XP doesn't use the cores as effectively as possible).
However, Core 2 Duo is a trademark specifically for a range of Intel processors with dual cores. There are other processors produced by Intel which are dual-cored but don't come under the "Core 2 Duo" name, due to the range and various other specifics about the units themselves. (Of course AMD also produce dual-cored CPUs). Some people would say because it's an Intel it will run cooler compared with other CPUs and other older Intel Pentium models. Personally I've never delved that far into it so don't have an opinion myself.
Overall, both a standard dual-core CPU and a core 2 duo have two processing cores with which to process data and information, but they differ from other brands and Intel ranges due to their power and heat production. I guess you could say that all Intel Core 2 Duo CPUs are dual-core CPUs, but not all dual-core CPUs are Core 2 Duo.
Matthew
-tigermatt