Sony :: VAIO Z11 I5-520m (HDD) Different Core Temps
May 17, 2010I have always a difference of about 5º C between two cores. See attachment. Tested with HWmonitor & Realtemp.
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Sony :: Vaio Z Speed Mode High Temps And CPU Usage
Mar 10, 2010I have a Sony Vaio VGN-Z590 with windows 7 32 bit professional installed. When I switch to speed mode and hook up a monitor (24" dell LCD) via HDMI->DVI the graphics card temperature goes up to around 80-95C (measured with real temp 3.40) and the CPU temp also goes up into the 60-70s. No programs are using the CPU heavily. During this process the fans go up to max and the computer gets really loud. I have all the latest drivers installed and the latest BIOS.
I was wondering if anyone else has a problem like this? Would installing 64 bit windows 7 be better? It makes it really noisy when I hook up a monitor via HDMI. Any ideas?
Everything is perfect in stamina mode, low temps, low cpu usage.
Sony :: Vaio CW With Core I5
Jan 21, 2010I just cancelled an order with Dell for a Studio 1747 (it was taking too long - 2 months from order date, and yet they charged my credit card the day after I placed the order, which I wasn't pleased about), so this lead me to searching for another laptop and I came accross the subject of the post.
I quite liked the look of the first CW (Core 2, compact with a decent GPU), but wanted a newer architecture machine with a higher res panel (for dev work), but on cancellation I started searching around and found this on Sony's site (UK):
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Under configurable models. It defaults to the i3, with GeForce G310, 2Gb RAM and 1366x768 panel but you can spec it up with:
i5 520
1600x900 Panel (this option also boosts the graphics to a GT330 512Mb)
Along with the usual RAM and HDD upgrades.
I'd prefer a quad core (I actually use it in both dev and day to day work) and full HD (but that's just not realistic for a screen this size - this is the first time I've seen anything this high res on a 14" screen); but this is just too tempting in a small package (no more broken back on the train lugging my Dell XPS M1710!!!), with a pretty decent spec, and I'd figure the performance is going to be rather good anyhow. I'm looking at this config which is showing up as £849 and strikes me as pretty good value:
Your configuration
Processor: Intel® CoreTM i5 Processor
Operating system: Windows® 7 Home Premium
Finishes: Red
Hard drive: 320 GB Serial ATA (5400 rpm)..........
Sony :: Vaio Z Core I7 Without Mobile Broadband
May 10, 2010I was all set to order my CTO Z with Core i7 on sonystyle but it seems that it won't allow me to select the Core i7 unless I also add the $100 Verizon mobile broadband. This seems quite odd as I don't have any interest in the mobile broadband but do want the faster processor. Any way to get around this? I don't want any of the pre-configured models as there are other things I want to tweak.
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Feb 17, 2010Does anyone know what the speed is of the iLink port on the new Sony Vaio Z Series Core I7?
I'm trying to decide whether to get the Vaio Z with 3 usb ports or 2 usb ports and 1 iLink port. If the iLink port is a lot faster then the usb ports i'll probably get it with an ilink port. If it's a slow ilink port (400 mbps) then i'll probably get the laptop with 3 usb ports.
It would be nice if it comes with a fast ilink port (800mbps) so i can get a faster connection if i connect the laptop to an external hard drive.
Dell :: New Studio 14 I5-520m
Jan 21, 2010Studio 14
Get a Core i5 for Blazing Fast Processor Performance!
Intel® Core™ i5-520M 2.40GHz (2.93Ghz Turbo Mode, 3M cache)
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium, 64bit, English
14.0” High Definition (720p) LED Display with TrueLife™ and Camera
8X Slot Load CD/DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive)
4GB1 Shared Dual Channel DDR3 at 1066MHz
500GB2 SATA Hard Drive (7200RPM)
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4530 512MB3
High Definition Audio 2.0
Dell Wireless 1520 802.11n Half Mini-Card
56 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
Intel® Core™ i5-520M 2.40GHz (2.93Ghz Turbo Mode, 3M cache)
1 Year Basic Service Plan
Save $204 off this Dell Studio 14 Laptop!
Starting Price$1,303
Total Savings$204
Subtotal$1,099
Looks like Dell is starting to introduce all their iCore laptops, the Studio offers a backlit keyboard ($25), i3 processor and many more options available.
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Dell :: M6500 W/ I5 520M
May 19, 2010I just ordered one of these Precisions, and I'm just wondering if they take advantage of the integrated graphics on the CPU (like for switchable graphics power saving)?
Or would the engineers just completely disable the integrated graphics because of the discrete ATI M7740?
HP/Compaq :: Difference With Envy I5 430m And 520m
Mar 31, 2010i see alot of people o here with 520m is there something wrong with the 430m all I can see is the 520m has a .17 difference is there anything else.
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May 29, 2010I have a VPC-Z11Z9E it has an i7 620m CPU.
When idling it hard to get under 50°c for the CPU.
And when playing CPU get awful temps...
here it is
I have been playing UT3 max details at 1366x768 resolution against 7 other bots, for only 10 minute.
Is that normal ? Does your i7 reach such temps ?
What are the temps of an i5 when playing recent games ?
Sony :: Temps- T9x00 Series Processor :))
May 4, 2010I'm looking to replace mine P8700 cpu with the one from T9x00 series but i'm concerned about the temps afterward. So please tell me your temps in idle/full load if you have ......T9600,T9800,T9900 or P9700 . If you have some other T9x00 i'm interested in those to.
View 7 Replies View RelatedAcer :: Dual Core SU2300 Benchmarks Vs Single Core SU3500 - 1410
Nov 3, 2009I bought the Acer 1410 with the single core SU3500 Core 2 Solo CPU. It looks like Acer decided to release them with the SU2300 now, which is dual core at 1.2GHz (compared with 1.4GHz of SU3500).
Does anyone have any benchmarks comparing the two, and/or if they have a solid understanding how much better it would perform compared with the SU3500? I also see that the single core AS1410 with Celeron M @ 1.3GHz sells at the same price as the dual core.
Acer :: Upgraded Core Solo T1350 To Core 2 Duo T7200 On Aspire 5570 Guide
Jan 23, 2009(UPDATES: DIY Bluetooth module guide added below)
upgrading my Aspire 5570 notebook more than a year ago. This time, I’m feeling lucky to share some of my experiences about how I finally upgraded my CPU from a Core Solo T1350Core 2 Duo T7200.
Again, thanks to everybody here in Notebookreview forum especially adinu, hoggie, Mack1982, TehSuigi, krazyphire and bigozone for their insights and knowledge that helps me a lot throughout the whole process. So, let’s get started!
Pre-upgrading
Please refer to these post before you start. It'll save you a lot of time and trouble later on.
Upgraded Acer 3680 Celeron CPU to a T5300!
Aspire 5315 CPU Step-by-Step Upgrade Guide
What you’ll need :Your new CPU (make sure it's compatible with your system ie; socket, FSB)Latest BIOS from Acer (upgraded to 1.3505 or latest)A good thermal paste (I would recommend Tuniq TX-2 or Arctic Silver 5 as well)Basic tools (screwdrivers, forceps, kitchen paper)Body static discharger (I would definitely recommend this as a precaution)Some alcohol, ear buds, sand paper grid 600,1200 & 2000 (optional for heat sink lapping)Lastly TIME and PATIENCE (you’ll be needing these a lot definitely!)When you’re ready, lets get our hands dirty.
How to disassemble your notebook?
I found out a very good video tutorial on how to disassemble my Aspire notebook on YouTube. So please take your time to view it and follow step by step as shown to help you to go through the process.
Lapping your heat sink (optional)
Although it’s not necessary, but I would recommend this process as another way to improve heat dissipation on your newly installed CPU. Refer to this page for detailed instructions.
The simple process:Clean your heat sink from old thermal paste residues with alcohol or equivalent of it using ear buds and kitchen papers.Apply a 600-grid sandpaper to smoothen the heat sink surface which comes into contact with your CPU.Repeat the process again with a 1200-gid sand paper until you’re satisfied.Finally, finish up by applying a 2000-grid sand paper to give you an almost mirror-finished surface. Wipe clean any dirt and residues left.....................................
HP/Compaq :: HP Dv8t Quad Core I7 OrProbook 4720s Core I5
May 1, 2010I will be buying a new laptop to replace my Acer Aspire 5738G.
I am considering HP Dv8t Quad Core i7 or HP Probook 4720s.
I am a web developer and I some time use my laptop continuously for 2-3 days.
choosing between these 2 laptops, which one will be better for me?
HP/Compaq :: HDX 16dual Core Or The HDX 18quad Core For Video
Mar 2, 2009I want to upgrade my old laptop to something nice, and am torn between to systems.
An HDX 16 with:
2.40 Ghz dual core duo ( P8600 chip )
6 gigs of ram
OR...
An HXD 18 with
2.0 Ghz QUAD core ( QX9000 chip )
4 gigs of ram
both systems have the same video card ( Nvidia with 512megs of ram ) 500 gig hard drive.
What would be the faster machine for doing video ? and what would be the overall faster machine ?
I realize that not all applications will take advantage of a quad-core chip like the QX900, so this is why I"m asking. if the dual-core P8600 chip @ 2.40 Ghz in the HP HDX 16 with that 6 gigs of ram will actually be faster overall than the quad core would be, and perhaps even be faster at rendering video ?
Sony :: Core I7
Oct 23, 2009Will Sony release any Core i7 laptops?
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Nov 26, 2007i have an 7200 in my 9400. i will do an performance upgrade... wich cpu is better for that: the 2700 oder the 7400..
the 2700 has 2.33 ghz but only 2 meg cache.. the 7400 has 2.16 ghz but 4 meg chache...
or should i keep my 7200....
Sony :: Core I7 Vaios
Jan 18, 2009Really looking forward to those. I think that's when I'll upgrade my SZ680. I was really not happy with it until I installed Windows 7. Now, it's good enough until the Core i7's come out.
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Jan 23, 20103dmark06
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HDtune
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SuperPi
32 Million Digits- 38.08s average
VT is disabled by default, but is an option in BIOS.
Sony :: Undervolting Core I7 On Z11
May 8, 2010First things first: The new Z is the best laptop I've owned so far. End of story. Had MBP, MBA, AW m15x and several Dells, but nothing like this.
Second:
Im not a big fan of hardware overclocking/undervolting (anymore). (Referring to the "Insyde hacking" thread.)
Ok, with that in mind; how do I software undervolt the mobile core i7 processor?
Tried good old RMClock, which doesn't work. (It hasn't been updated for years, so I didn't expect it to).
CPUgenie... didn't work.
Crystal CPUID.. didn't work.
Now I'm out of own ideas, started searching. The only thing related to my "problem" (which actually isn't a problem, I'm just a big fan of undervolting and want it that way), is this thread:
ThrottleStop thread here on NBR.
Downloaded it, tried it... doesn't work. I don't get access to the voltages.
Sony :: Z Series Core 2 Duo Vs I7
Mar 8, 2010I have Core 2 Duo with speed P9800 2.9Ghz Speed.
I have a plan to change my laptop to the new Z series with i7 620M @ 2.66Mhz with speed up to 3Ghz.
Will it be any obvious speed improvement?
Anyone know the any link on the website which have information of their benchmark?
Sony :: Dual Core CPU
May 24, 2010i want to buy a HD PVR but my laptop doesnt meet the system requirements needed, all i want to do is record it on my laptop and than transfer the files to my desktop pc so no editing or any other software will be needed on my laptop
heres the laptop i own
[url] (it sais SP2 on it but im going to install SP3 which is needed for the HD PVR to work aswell)
and heres the HD PVR system requirements
Hauppauge Computer Works Ltd : HD PVR
Apple :: Windows 7 Temps Vs Windows Vista Temps
Jan 26, 2009i set up this thread to compare the temps between windows 7 and windows vista. i googled for it but there's no comparison chart. please feel free to contribute.
windows vista:
idle: 62-65
under load: 77-85
windows 7:
idle: 55-60
under load: 70-80
i see that windows 7 runs noticeably cooler than windows vista. Please post your details so that other users can have an idea about what to choose if they decide to bootcamp windows.
Sony :: New Z Model With Intel Core I5 CPU
Jan 2, 2010Here it is the new Z (no pics yet):
Sony Vaio VPC-Z11X9E/B features:
* 13,1 inch 1600x900 resolution
* 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5
* 4 GB RAM
* 128 GB Solid State Drive
* Windows 7 Home Premium
* GT 330M GPU + Intel HD Graphics
* DVD burner
* Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
* 0.3 megapixel webcam
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Sony :: The Comparison Of The New Z11 And MacBook Pro Core I7
Apr 21, 2010The review of Laptop Magazine has comparison of the new MacBook Pro Core i7 and Sony Z11. It sounds like that the new MBP wins Sony Z11 in many places except the hard disk drive performance. Engadget published one also.
The link of the articles are:
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What do you think?
Sony :: Prepping Core I7 Models Yet?
Sep 23, 2009Since Intel has released it's latest mobile CPU's, can we expect any new Sony models?
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Sony :: Vaio Z720D: Uninstalling VAIO Care, VAIO Update
Jul 26, 2009Trying to get rid of these questionably useful programs -- but I don't see entries for them in add/remove programs in the control panel (or for any of the other useless VAIO software packages that come on OEM machines sans "fresh start")
View 5 Replies View RelatedSony :: PC Makers Strut Their Core I7 Laptops
Sep 24, 2009I would hope that Sony will consider a refresh with both the new Core I7 mobile cpu and a higher end video card. The competition is already lining up with just these items.
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Nov 10, 2009Which one is the latest and fastest between intel core 2 duo T series and core 2 duo SU series processors?
Dell's inspiron 14z comes with intel core 2 duo SU processor options ....
Dell :: Should I Upgrade From Core Duo To Core 2 Duo
Jan 2, 2008I have an xps m1710 with 2 gig ram, 7900gtx card and a core duo 2 ghtz processor. My company has decided they are willing to pay to upgrade my CPU to a core 2 due 2.16 ghtz. Should I take the upgrade?
Aside from the fact thats free and all, my real concern if it will yield better gaming performance and battery life.
HP/Compaq :: Duo Core 2 Or Quad Core
Jun 27, 2009regarding new laptops in regards to your choice of the two.......
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