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Gateway Goes Dual Core

http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1895,1908370,00.asp

01.05.06


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By Cisco Cheng
The dual-core onslaught continues with Gateway's six new models with Intel's next-generation Centrino Duo technology. The two best-selling models, the Gateway M465-E and M685-E will not see much of a design change, but the component updates are worthwhile.




The M465-E will feature three choices for the Intel Core Duo processor: the T2500 (2.0 GHz), T2400 (1.86 GHz), and T2300 (1.66 GHz). The M465-E will also include a value offering that will feature a next-generation single core processor, the Solo T1300 (1.66 GHz). The Solo T1300 operates at a lower voltage, resulting in longer battery life and a lower price tag. This model will retain its bright 15.4-inch LCD display and can be configured with up to a 100GB (5,400-rpm) hard drive. Gateway will offer discrete graphics with the newly announced ATI Mobility Radeon X1400, featuring the Avivo display technology. You can also opt for the new Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 integrated graphics. In addition, a built-in 6-in-1 memory card reader, integrated Bluetooth, and optional upgrade to Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 will be available.


The M685-E will have the same dual-core processor offerings as the M465-E, but the low-voltage Solo processors will not be available for this model. The M685-E also has a bright 17-inch LCD. Gateway is offering only hard drive capacities of up to 100GB, which is a bit surprising considering the competition's 17-inch models offer 200GB or more. The M685-E will have some powerful graphics, thanks to the nVidia GeForce Go 7800 GTX, which is similar to the card found on our Editors' Choice notebook, the Dell XPS M170. Security features such as TPM (Trusted Platform Module) 1.2 and biometrics will be available across all models. Pricing is yet to be determined.