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What is the difference between AMD and Pentium?

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Elena Sheldon

Elena Sheldon

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Elena Sheldon, Director of research, Diploma in Arts and Science, Berkeley, California

Answered Dec 09, 2020

AMD is an American company that produces several models of different microprocessors. The Pentium Series has been around for almost 20 years. It is more expensive than AMD. Intel processors like the Pentium series had longer pipelines than AMD. Longer pipelines help the processor to maintain a much higher clock speed.

This speed was the unspoken indicator of the reliability of the microprocessor. AMD was not proficient when it came to marketing. Pentiums are the best in terms of performance, and therefore they are more expensive. AMD processors are not that far away from Pentium processors when it comes to performance, and they do not cost as much.

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Noah

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Noah , Chauffer, LA

Answered Nov 27, 2020

The first thing to know is that AMD is the name of a company that produces processors that are used in computers. On the other, Pentium is a brand name for a series of processors from Intel. The first Pentium produced by Intel was released in 1993. However, there have been other processes that can be classified as successors of the first Pentium. To differentiate between AMD and Pentium, there is a need to get an AMD processor that is competing with the Intel Pentium. That said, this answer will reveal some of the differences between AMD Athlon and Intel Pentium. When you compare the way each processor stores data, the Intel Pentium uses more memory cache compared to the AMD Athlon. This also accounts for why the Intel Pentium has a faster processing speed compared to the AMD Athlon. In terms of price, the Intel Pentium is more expensive than the AMD Athlon.
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Ben

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Ben , Professional Gamer, Styria

Answered Nov 27, 2020

AMD is one of the leading companies known for its series of microprocessors such as Athlons, Phenoms, Duron, Sempron, and many others. On the other hand, Pentium is the name for a series of microprocessors from Intel. The Pentium series has been seen as a major competitor of the AMD processors. In terms of price, the Pentium is quite expensive compared to its AMD counterparts. Although the prices of the two types of microprocessors are dictated by the market forces, Intel still controls the market. Many people prefer Intel processors to AMD processors. This is because Intel microprocessors have higher performance compared to AMD microprocessors. The architectures used in the Pentium series have been attributed to be the reason for the higher performance of the Pentium series. For instance, longer pipelines are used in the Pentium series, which is why it has a higher clock speed compared to some of the microprocessors of AMD.
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Bart

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Bart , Musician, BA, Lausanne

Answered Nov 18, 2020

People are normally trying to distinguish the difference between AMD and Pentium. Pentium processors are known to have good performance. Pentium processors are normally well rounded and will provide the details that you are searching for. When you say AMD, this is a type of processor that is considered to be faster as compared to the Pentium processors that may have the same specs. A lot of people say that AMD processors will have a better price−performance ratio as compared to Pentium processors. When it comes to productivity, you can choose any between the two. They will both be productive enough to provide for your needs.
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S.Sophie

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Answered Jul 20, 2020

AMD and Pentium are known to be processors that you may have when you are using computers. When it comes to overall performance, Pentium is known to be better. You can expect that you will be able to do your tasks faster. There are some reports, though, that state that AMD processors are now faster than before.

AMD and Pentium are known to be processors that you may have when you are using computers. When it
Some people have a general preference, and you can consider your preference, too when you are purchasing the right processor for you. Just remember that you need to take note of the model if you really want to make the best decision. Can you imagine if you are purchasing the oldest Pentium processor? Other newer AMD processors will probably work better because of the upgraded features.

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