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I've noticed Core i3m in Dell's notebooks, anyone know the TDP?

Hulk

Hulk

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Seeing as these are dual core with Hyperthreading they seem like a good upgrade option for notebook users currently using Core2. I'm wondering what the power usage is like?

I haven't seen any reviews on the mobile part.
 
You will notice that the TDP is actually higher than similarly placed Core 2 Mobile processors; 10W higher to be more precise. The reason for a higher TDP foot print is because the IGP (Chipset Graphics) core is built into the processor in the I3 series thereby increasing its TDP. So it should not be looked as an increase in TDP but rather a reallocation of power from the IGP as found on the motherboard in the Core 2 and older lines to the processor itself on the I3 Mobile series for the purpose of rendering graphics. Hope this helps.
 
^ yes, the motherboards that support this processor should have lower TDP than the equivalent IGP motherboard for Core2Mobile.
 
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