The Last Seduction movies I am sure most of you are aware that Intel had just launched a new Core i7 CPU codenamed Lynnfield (first confusion here). as well as Clarksfield- the mobile version of Lynnfield (second confusion anyone?). The two new CPUs are quite different from the previous Core i7s as both of them are running on a two-chip per platform as both of them are paired with P5X(currently only P55 is available) Chipset series, codenamed IbexPeak (enough confusion here for consumers’ sake!). see below’s picture for better comparison.

First Gen Core i7 aka Bloomfield, image courtesy of Anandtech

New Core i7 aka Lynnfield, image courtesy of Anandtech

As what you saw above, there’s one component on the Processor Block in Lynnfield namely PCIe Graphic. Yes, PCIe Graphic has been “moved” to Processor block to eliminate the IOH (IO Hub) which connected to BloomField via a 25.6 GB/s QPI path. It is now connected to Lynnfield directly (on die that is!). It’s not a surprise move as intel are getting public for their upcoming CPU with an integrated GPU. sadly this move needs a scarification: one channel of DDR3- which means Lynnfield only have two DDR3 channel instead of three.

Some of you may ask: “Which of the Core i5/i7 code belongs to Lynnfield?” The answer is as below:

Intel Core i7-975 Extreme
Intel Core i7 965 Extreme

Intel Core i7 940 2.93GHz
Intel Core i7 920 2.66GHz
Intel Core i7 870 2.93GHz
Intel Core i7 860 2.80GHz
Intel Core i5 750 2.66GHz -> one and only core i5 in Lynnfield ..

Look, I already simplified the list as much as I can (which only left the number and respective frequency). the main difference between an i7 and an i5 is i5= NO HYPERTHREADING!. Simply to say, Lynnfield processor is an Quad Core processor that can support up to 8 threads (4 Cores, 4 virtual cores a.k.a threads) except for Core i5.

Enough of Lynnfield already (old news!), let’s get moving with Clarksfield (recently launched ). Here’s list of Clarksfield CPU for you:

Intel Core i7 – 920XM 2.0GHz
Intel Core i7 – 820QM 1.73GHz

Intel Core i7 – 720QM 1.60GHz

To further simplify, Q= Quad, X= Extreme and M=Mobile so whenever you see a M there, you bet it’s Clarkfield! Some ads i found for Clarksfield:

The Clarksfield Processor, image courtesy of Anandtech

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Advantages of Clarksfield, image courtesy of Anandtech

The Clarksfield processors’ close friend, the P5X Series Chipset a.k.a Ibexpeak detail below:

PM55 Chipset, image courtesy of Anandtech

Hold on your breath for next upcoming 32nm’s Processors (codenamed Clarksdale and Arrandale) on Q4’09 or Q1’10 (am not too sure about this ). Main differences is of course it uses 32nm technology instead of 45nm in *Field processor, and it has a Internal GPU in the CPU package!

Simplify your understanding? Sure:

*Field – 45nm, no GPU
*Dale – 32nm, GPU

That’s a very high level of simplification that I made (of course the differences is more than that, but these two are most importants one)

It’s going to help OEM to built a system that is smaller, cost efficient as well as more power savings (but not for gaming if you are depending on the intenal GPU — yet). I’ll save this info in next post though

Happy hunting your PC

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PS3 Slim version

Too bad this slim version doesn’t support 3rd party OS installation as well as PS2 backward compability, but you won’t need it if your purpose is purely to play games (Grand Turismo 5!) and watch some blu-ray movies

News also stated that the old version of PS3 will get a $100 price cut until it has been totally phased out from the market.

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Too bad I found nothing in Sony website regarding the availabillity in Malaysia (probably I should go and ask those game shop since they can bring it here unofficially faster than Sony).

Click here to read more about PS3 slim.

p/s. watch out for Core i5 platform article( coming up next!)

I’m pretty sure most of you have familiar with the term ‘netbook’ for the past 2 years in the computer world. Ever since the emerges of ASUS EeePC701 in the market, netbook has quickly gained the popularity among PC users due to its three main selling points 1) portability, 2) power consumption, and 3) price.

ASUS Eee PC 701 - The first netbook out in the market

1) Portability

A netbook is consider a stripped down version of a laptop in terms of size and performance. It usually sits within 7-10 inch of size range (some of the netbook has 12 inch as well but quite rare as of now)and weighted around 1kg while laptops are normally in 14-15 inch range, weighted around 2.3kg (A lighter and smaller laptop also available but it comes with a heavy tag). The size of a netbook gave a huge advantage over laptop as it’s much easier to carry due to reduce of weight and space to carry the netbook around places.

2) Power Consumption

Most of the netbooks suppport at least 3 hours of battery hour (maximum performance) with a 3 cells Li-ion battery. A better model of netbooks will have 5-7 hours of battery life, giving you enough juice to finish your word documents (and some facebooks) before the lunch time.

3) Price

Range from just below RM1000 to RM1800, a netbook price is about the same compared to a decent old model laptop which consumed more power and carries extra weight. a lighter, newer laptop will cause you at least more than RM2000, which seemingly not worth the penny which you have a netbook as your choice (unless you are a heavy laptop gamer)

So to answer the question “Do you need a netbook or a laptop?”, the answer ;can be easily netbook.Here’s the list of reason to own a netbook

- no need to carry extra weights around (even the charger is as light as your handphone’s)

- it has every functions that you need. Bluetooth, WiFi, USB2.0, webcam, you name it. Whatever a laptop has, a netbook has it too. If you’re talking about a good graphic performance, there’s Ion platform for you (Ion is a netbook platfrom that uses Intel Atom CPU paired with NVidia 9400M chipset) as well (not enough to play hard core games but definitely better than platform with Intel 945). No worries, it can play facebook’s games as well as view Youtube’s videos without problem

- I must say it works great for a blogger ( I’m writing this using a netbook )

- why get a same performance’s laptop with much higher price than a cheaper netbook?

- How many times you actually play those graphic stressing games in a laptop anyway?

- What else you’ll need in a mobile platform that’s not in a netbook? If you need a large screen to see movies in HD mode, full sized keyboard and some high quality audio, you might as well opt for a Desktop system.

You will only buy a laptop if:

- Your job needs more graphic performance system
- You have the budget

- You have a big fingers that you cannot work in non-full sized keyboard

So, choose wisely guys about your need before you purchase a new toy for yourself. During this economic slowdown period, every dollar counts and it’s important to plan everything before buying something.

Feel free to drop any doubts and we’ll work it out together.

Dell

I must say that this deal is worth a shot if you looking for a laptop instead of a netbook. For instants,Dell Studio 15 Laptop (S510503MY) with normal price of RM2,799 could be yours for RM2,499 (RM300 discount) and Dell Studio XPS 13 (S540602MY) with normal price of RM4,299 available at RM600 discount (RM3,699). For more information, head to the Dell’s official website .

I thought that Dell Studio 14 (S510305MY) is included in this promotion too (which is a steal if it does), but end up in disappointment. I guess Dell is smart enough to draw a clean line between laptop and netbook price range.

Under Fire trailer I’m not too sure if it’s worth skipping your lunch though.

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I was thinking to start my first (technical) topic on netbooks since any of you guys find it quite hard to choose a correct one (It happens on me too ).

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You guys are welcomed to leave a comment on what you want to know (upcoming products, which products are better in terms of performance and $$, etc etc) and I will do my best to satisfy you.

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Fuhh.. that’s all for my first post here. Time to do some window shopping to collect datas and share with you guys.

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Remember, leave any comments whenever you have doubts over your hardware choice and I’ll do the rest for you!

Chaoz!

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He may be new to our blogs site but to CHIP Forumers, l_berd is a long known friend. He has been a member of CHIP Forum since 25 Jan 2007. Since then, he has accumulated a prodigious tally of 3,729 post counts at the time of article, earning him the title Grand Chip’rs Funny Face movies . According to his profile, l_berd is a sports mad trainee who hails from the golden island, Penang. Much to the despair of CHIP staffs, l_berd is Manchester United fan and we would love to see how he’ll be cheering for a certain ex-Liverpudian striker in the coming EPL season.

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Let’s give him a big welcome and hope we’ll be enjoying his many postings to come.

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