3GHz Mobile Intel Pentium 4

[manko]

Intel Chips In to Power Larger Laptops

The new Mobile Intel Pentium 4 processors can run at higher frequencies and hotter temperatures than the Mobile Intel Pentium 4-M processors previously recommended by Intel for larger notebooks, Johnson said. Intel raised the maximum wattage from about 45 watts in the Mobile Intel Pentium 4-M to about 70 watts in the new chips, she said. As more power flows through a chip, power increases, but so does heat.

The new chips are essentially versions of Intel's desktop Pentium 4 processor that come with Intel's SpeedStep technology for reducing power in between processing tasks, and even keystrokes, she said. By applying power only when needed, this technology can help reduce the overall heat that the processor generates.

Inspiron 5150

 

[JackHawksmoor]

*Drops Jaw* Okay....45 watts in a notebook is crazy. 70 is...uh, more crazy. At least they're smart enough to finally try to compete with their own desktop chips

 

[mocca]

70 Watts on a laptop from the cpu alone is crazy. The whole IBM T40 only take about 72W max (based on the supplied AC Adapter). With CPU taking 70W max, the AC Adapter must be able to supply 120-140W and the battery run time won't be so good I afraid. Not to mention the heat dissipation. THe mobile Pentium 4 would only be suitable for a desktop replacement laptop with 1.7-2" thickness and 8-10lbs. They should have focus more on the Banias and Dothan.

Mocca