How do I know my GHz for a Dual-Core processor?
Posted in Desktops on July 14th, 2008
Okay, so I have a AMD Turion X2 1.60 GHz dual-core processor. I always thought 1.60 GHz was how much I could run maximum.
But then I ran a tool from ATI that tells you if you have the recommended specs to play certain games. It states my processor speed is “1.60GHz Performance Rated at 3.11GHz”
3.11GHz?! That's more than I'd have dreamed of. Could someone tell me, what the hell is my processor speed and explain?
Also, when I try to play Battlefield 2142, the graphics are always at default low. I don't turn them up. But if my laptop (Dell Inspiron 1501) is capable of running it over it's suggested specs (3GHz processor, 1.5 GB of RAM (I have 2GB), proper video card) how come it won't atleast go to medium graphics, any recommendations?
Thanks in advance.
Answer:
3.11 GHz is the combined power of both processors running, after lag. Each “core” (Dual Core) is running at 1.6 GHz, so they have the computing power of 3.11 GHz. 1.6 GHz (times) 2 (minus) rate of lag (equals) 3.11 GHz.
Many Dell laptops use an integrated graphics chip, which shares memory with the rest of the computer rather than dedicating it solely to graphics. When a game suggests “256 MB Video RAM” it means dedicated using technology that’s compatible with graphic rendering. Shared video RAM, for the most part, doesn't support many of the features of a dedicated video card.
Hope this helps!
Answer:
You barely meet the minimum stipulations.
The minimum requirements for games are always a little(sometimes very)misleading. You may be able to play on low settings, but to play on higher setting you would need to get a superior cpu, gpu, etc. Also what graphics card do you’ve?
And a 1.6ghz processor isn't very good, dual core or not. For example 2.66ghz(dual-core) and up is now standard for “gaming”
Answer:
Older programs use only one core, while newer programs have the capability to put both cores to work at the same time.
Each core is still running at 1.6 but a good program, using both cores, will run the same as if it were executing on a 3.1 single core.
That is the simple answer but there’s just a tiny more. The old single core P4 processors have a different architecture than the newer core 2 duos. One core of a core 2 duo is more efficient than a P4, so it isn't as simple as comparing apples to apples.
Answer:
It rated your processor at 3.11 because its Dual Core, which means your processor can process code at two times the speed and store buffer without much of any lag. If you have a personal nowadays its most likely going to be 2.8 to 3.5 GHz. Its set at default low because companies are anticipating your computer to be the worst and they don't want your personal crashing right when you install it. Your fine to turn your graphics up, no problem!
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