Is there that big a difference between a 1.6GHz processor and a 2.0GHz one?

Question

Im looking to buy a laptop, i've got it down to two, both under $550. One is $100 cheaper and has a 1.6GHz processor, the more expensive one has a 2.0Ghz. Is there a big difference? Could the 1.6GHz handle windows vista home premium ok? Or should i pay more to get the 2Ghz?

Answer 1

most programs require a 2GHz's processor and and intel core 2 duo processor(especially if your using windows vista since its slow and glitchy). You should look into apple's macbook's, there products are much better than windows PC's.

Answer 2

Well, gigahertz isn't the only factor when computing speed of a processor. It also depends on the architecture, nm and cache size. Like a 3.0GHz, dual core of the Pentium 4 series, ranges from the 90nm-65nm (lower is better). A 2.0GHz, dual core of the Core 2 duo series (65nm-40nm) will always be faster no matter what.

Answer 3

If you are going to run Windows Vista you better go with 2Ghz. And remember Vista likes to have 2 gig memory.