Does This Mean...?

I was comparing the following 2 Intel processors, the Atom D525 @ 1.80 GHz, and the Pentium 4 @ 3.00 GHz.

http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_look...25+%40+1.80GHz

http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_look...tium+4+3.00GHz

From the ratings, it looks like the Atom is better, but is it saying better overall, or better in every way? For example, which is better at single-tasking? And what is meant by the "1.80" and "3.00" GHz? Shouldn't the Pentium being 3.00 mean it's better?

Hi MJOLNIR - Welcome to w7forums

May I ask why you are comparing a Netbook processor (Low power consumption) to an aging desktop processor?

I just want to know which is faster at single-tasking...such as playing an HD video file (I kind of already know the D525 is better at multi-tasking...since one of its good features is "multi-threading"). I found out that my Pentium 4 @ 3.00 GHz can't run a 1080p Youtube video file very well, so I was wondering if an Atom D525 @ 1.80 GHz would be the same or better.

The reason I'm comparing these particular two is this. I'm thinking of giving back my desktop computer to my family members, and purchasing in its place the Compaq All-in-One computer that utilizes the Atom D525. I wouldn't buy it if its processor is slower. That's why I'm asking on here if the Benchmark results mean the D525 is faster at single-tasking, as well as multi-tasking, etc. (basically, in every way in terms of speed) or does it mean it's better than the Pentium 4 @ 3.00 overall (like when you take everything into consideration, like multi-threading, single-tasking, etc.).

Hi MJOLNIR

Now that I know what you are asking and why you are asking, I can tell you I'm not qualified to answer this question.

They should be comparably the same but knowing which will perform better seems to be a dependent on the topic. Without benchmarking the two for single threaded tasks, there is no way to know for sure.

There is also graphical performance to consider as well as the CPU performance.

Maybe one of the other guys will have more insight on this topic. Sorry I couldn't be of help to you.

The Intel Atom processor is a Dual-core with 4 thread capability.

The P4 is a single-core with 2 thread capability even though it's clock speed is higher.

Why are you looking at such low-end CPUs anyway?

What is your intended purpose? Some more information would be helpful.

What is meant by clock speed, and where did you find it has a higher one, if you don't mind me asking.

I'm not looking for low-end CPU's. The computer I desire just so happens to have that processor, and it's pretty difficult to find a computer that has every desired component, unless you have it custom-built (such as when there are parts to choose from, like for Dell computers) but with this Compaq All-in-One, it's pretty much fixed. On Compaq's/HP's site, there aren't options to choose from as far as processors, audio and graphic options, etc. but I'll re-confirm about that. With the price of it, how it looks, and the fact it's all-in-one...makes me want it all the more. I also desire to re-buy a Compaq after not having bought one for so long.

I already have a pretty good computer, a Dell laptop with a Core 2 Duo processor and its CPU benchmark is above 1,000, so I don't really need another comp with a fast processor. I just want something the same or better (in terms of processing speed) than the computer I want to replace (give back to family) and that's a cute internet surfing smiley *takes*. XD

MJOLNIR, I realize that you're comparing processors for your purposes. But one thing that I'd like to warn you about is any CPU under 2.5GHz isn't worth looking at.

The reason that I say this is that I bought an HP all-in-one computer with a AMD Athlon X2 3250e dual core processor running only 1.5GHz (check out my specs), and it's anemic. Were it not for the RAM upgrade (from 2GB to 4GB), and having high speed internet, it would be intolerable. It still takes a while to backup, or to install a service pack.

My personal advice is to stay away from rot-gut, bottom-end processors, and spend a little extra for a quality one. You don't have to buy an i7, or AMD's six core, there are solid dual cores on the market, as well as mid range quad cores that are reasonable in price. As well as giving you the performance that you need.

You won't regret it, believe me.

Cat

Clock speed is the clock or GHz of the CPU. Such as the Atom CPU @ 1.80 GHz... that's the clock speed of the CPU.

The P4 Pentium has a clock speed of 3.0 GHz as you stated in the OP.

The results I posted came from the Intel website.

Compaq is owned by HP these days, has been for several years. I recommend you stay away from HP, especially in the the notebooks. They have one of the highest repair rates in the industry at around 28% for the first three years of ownership, besides Dell.

If you want a GOOD notebook then get a Toshiba, Acer or Asus.

If you want a really good desktop computer, then I recommend you build you own.

The Atom processor is a low-end energy saving CPU and is mostly for limited use and web surfing, email, etc.

I'm not going to depend on the Compaq's Atom D525 processor. ANYTHING better than a Pentium 4 @ 3.00 will do since I'm giving that one away to my family (the desktop computer that has the P4). The good processor I have is on this laptop, a Core 2 Duo with a benchmark of over 1,000. So once again, I'm just asking if the Atom D525 would smoke the Pentium 4 @ 3.00.

I'm pretty convinced now that the Atom D525 @ 1.80 will be better than a Pentium 4 @ 3.00 at playing an HD video, in terms of speed. Now to compare....ok crap. Just compared the two video cards and lol...the Compaq All-in-One has an Intel GMA 3150 whereas my Dell Desktop that has the slower processor (P4 @ 3.00) has an Intel 82915G Express, ranking at 115 whereas the Compaq card is at 69. Crap...

....so, what does a weak video card mean exactly. I mean I know it doesn't mean less resolution. The resolution is 720p on the Compaq computer either way. Does weaker card mean laggy video playback or something? Because honestly, I thought how fast a computer can play an HD video was dependent on its processor, not its video card. I thought video cards had to do with how much CPU/video game graphics it can handle at once (read: something that's not pre-rendered like an HD video).

For what you are asking I think the Atom would be fine. But how much longer will this level of performance be fine?

My opinion is that this computer at newegg is $499 and for that price, I think you can do allot better for performance. It may not be an All-in-one but a better computer in the long run. If it is only the all-in-one that you are interested in, the D525 should be fine for light computer use such as Internet, e-mail, chat, and youtube video.

COMPAQ CQ1-1225 18.5" Intel Atom D525(1.80GHz) 2GB DDR3 320GB HDD Capacity Intel GMA 3150 Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit