So What’s the Difference Between Intel’s Haswell and Ivy Bridge CPUs?

Looking for a new computer? Those shopping for a new Intel-powered laptop or desktop need to know the differences between the last and the latest generation of Intel processors. As with previous generations, Intel maintains a “tick” and “tock” update cycle of its CPU technology. Tocks indicate architecture upgrades, whereas Ticks represent a “die-shrink”. The last generation “Ivy Bridge” differs in small, but important ways from the current generation, “Haswell”. Knowing the finer points of Intel’s system will make the difference between getting three or nine hours of laptop battery life. The key to understanding the difference lies in Ticks...

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