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What does i7-4600U mean?

What does i7-4600U mean?

The Intel Core i7-4600U is an ULV (ultra low voltage) dual-core processor for ultrabooks launched in Q3 2013. It is based on the Haswell architecture and is manufactured in 22nm. Due to Hyper-Threading, the two cores can handle up to four threads in parallel, leading to better utilization of the CPU.

How Fast Is i7-4600U?

2.1 GHz
Essentials

Description Intel® Core™ i7-4600U Processor (4M Cache, up to 3.30 GHz)
Clock Speed 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency 3.3 GHz
Bus Speed 5 GT/s DMI2
Max TDP 15 W

What does the numbers after i7 mean?

In product marketing literature, computer manufacturers call these “2nd Generation Core (i3,i5,i7) Processors”. Sandy Bridge model numbers have four digits after the series number; e.g. “i7-2500K”. The addition of a “K” indicates that the processor’s clock multiplier is “unlocKed”, making it suitable for overclocking.

What does Intel i7 mean?

An Intel Corei7 is the fastest version of the Intel processor for consumer-end computers and devices. Like the Intel Corei5, the Corei7 is embedded with Intel Turbo Boost Technology. The Intel Corei7 is available in two- to six-core varieties, and can support up to 12 different threads simultaneously.

What does the Intel i7 in the specification refer to?

Intel Core i7 is a name that the company Intel uses for the computer processors it makes for high-end desktop and laptop computers and tablets. Intel uses this name for the fastest processors that they think will be used to build the most powerful consumer devices.

Which is better H or U?

H indicates that the CPU is equipped with more powerful graphics, these are high performance chips great for high-end gaming and used by brands like MSI in their serious gaming line-up of laptops. U signifies that the CPU has “ultra-low” power consumption.