These two are low-power, high-performance dual-core central processors utilized in a range of laptops. Many laptop manufacturers give many models depending on both Intel and AMD chips.

Apples to Apples

1. With an array of processor models and motherboard chip sets from both makers, an apple-to-apple evaluation of systems is not possible. Still, Intel has lead in raw performance. Yet AMD unwillingly acknowledges that Intel will keep raw performance crown for predictable future.

Power Consumption

2. Editorial team at Tom's Hardware created a detailed "Energy Efficiency Comparison" and announced AMD Turion clear winner.

Importance

3. Although Intel's dual-core processors are crowned speed king, a laptop's intend and subsystems will crash its performance results.

Purchasing

4. Is performance main thing in buying a new laptop? Weight, prices, battery run-time, look and consistency must also be considered.

The Bottom Line

5. AMD is focused on value segment of laptop/CPU market by presenting high-performance products at low cost. If value is main worry, go with AMD. Though, if you want raw performance and are willing to use a little more, Intel is good option.