I'm evaluating which computer to buy. Is 1,500 MHz the same as 1.5 ghz?

Answer 1

yes

Answer 2

As you've already seen, yes it is: however a Celeron 2,000 MHz CPU is NOT equal to a Pentium 4 2 GHz. The reason is because of the amount of L1 and L2 cache that's on the CPU chip itself. Keep this in mind when comparing processing speeds. L1 and L2 cache are small bits of memory that reside on the chip. The more there is, the better the performance and some cheaper / lower end CPUs have high clock speeds, but little of this memory. That means that they will be out performed by a chip with more of it. When comparing processors, keep this in mind (you can find out how much cache is on the chip by checking out the processors at NewEgg.com)

Answer 3

Yes. But unless you're on a super tight budget, I would avoid anything slower than a 2.0ghz. With software being what it is today, faster speeds are fairly necessary. If you're buying a computer, I recommend spending the extra money and buying a machine that's been on the market for about 6 months, and spend a little extra to boost the memory and hard drive space. That way you won't have to worry about it becoming obsolete for several years, and maximize your dollar.

Answer 4

Yes it is. The processor is not such a big deal these days unless you want it for games. Make sure you have a least a Gig of RAM and you will be ok.

Answer 5

yes but why are you looking a such a slow computer? for a desktop check this out: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=2703629&sku=H24-EN330%20KIT&CMP=ILC-FPM04

and for a laptop look at this: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2563390&CatId=17

both under $500 bot nice machines...

-Doc-

Answer 6

Yes. 1000mhz=1ghz, so 1,500mhz=1.5ghz