Features and Benefit of Intel Core Duo

Outstanding dual-core performance
With its two execution cores, the Intel® Core™ Duo processor is optimized for multi-threaded applications and multitasking. You can simultaneously run multiple demanding applications — such as graphics-intensive games or serious number-crunching programs — while downloading music or running virus-scanning security programs in the background.

Power efficiency
Thanks to Intel® Dynamic Power Coordination and Enhanced Intel® Deeper Sleep with Dynamic Cache Sizing, the Intel® Core™ Duo processor is able to transfer power only to those areas of the processor that need it, thereby enabling laptops with improved battery life for an enhanced mobility experience.

A vibrant media experience
Featuring Intel® Digital Media Boost, the Intel® Core™ Duo processor delivers enhanced performance on floating point-intensive applications such as CAD tools, 3D and 2D modeling, video editing, digital music, digital photography and gaming.

Smarter, more efficient designs
Intel® Smart Cache enables smarter, more efficient cache and bus design for enhanced performance, responsiveness and power savings.

An essential ingredient in Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile technology
The Intel® Core™ Duo processor is Intel's first mobile dual-core processor and a key component of the new Intel Centrino Duo mobile technology platform.