AMD Athlon 64X2 vs Intel for basic use?

Question

I will be getting a new laptop and like most am torn between Dell and Hp. I reallly prefer the look of the HP but most of the HP's that are comparable in price to a Dell with similar specs have an AMD Athlon 64X2. This is the only way the HP's can compete in price with the Dell. I was particularly looking at a Dell Vostro 1400 or 1500 vs an HPdv6605Ca. The Hp is on sale right now at future shop for 749 and the comparable Dell is 919. Not sure if I should go with the HP or Dell. I hate the look of the Vostros, they are so boring but it's what's inside that counts right? This is why I'm so torn. Also the Dell has basic microsoft office included whereas the HP has only the trial version.
I really need help fast cause I'm planning to purchase on Monday! I want the notebook for X-mas!

Answer 1

Today's CPUs are so fast it really shouldn't make any difference, unless you are into gaming. So, buy the best you can afford.

"Also the Dell has basic microsoft office included whereas the HP has only the trial version." - Read the specs again, nobody gives MS-Office away for free. Microsoft Works with Word, maybe.

With the free Open Office, this shouldn't even be a "deal breaker".

Answer 2

For the form of artwork which you anticipate out of your workstation Intel twin middle is advantageous. Inel middle 2 Duo is okay in case you desire to spend some ten thousand extra desirable. besides the adaptation in CPU fee you need to purchase costier mom board and RAM besides, otherwise there is little need of finding out to purchase for middle 2 duo CPU. the mum board will fee you around 3-4 thousand extra desirable. The RAM would be approximately 2 thousand extra desirable.