Core 2 Quad vs i7 720Q

[mcavoysp]

Hello,

Which is better? Why?
CPU Type Intel Core 2 Quad
CPU Speed Q9000(2.00GHz)
vs

CPU Type Intel Core i7
CPU Speed 720QM(1.60GHz)

Will I notice a difference when gaming in MMORPGs?

 

[Scotteq]

Here's your benchmarks:

http://www.tomshardware.com/charts/2009-desktop-cpu-charts-update-1/benchmarks,60.html

and

http://www.behardware.com/articles/778-1/giant-roundup-131-intel-and-amd-processors.html


Be advised, the two processors you are considering are not the same chipset/socket.