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I am comparing two versions of the T400, there is a cheaper one, with only integrated graphics no discrete one,

the processor has a lower frequency, and in the comparison chart, its says "yes" in the "embedded" column.
Anybody could comment on what this means? Is this some cheapo chip, embedded like the Atom processor in a PCB?
should I be worried about this? otherwise, it is a super deal, cca 200 USD difference between prices.
¨Will appreciate your comments.


1. cheaper: "embedded" P8400 intel chip 2.26 GHZ, 250gIG HDD, no discrete graphics , part no NM74JMC

2. +200 USD more expensive" not embedded P8700 processor, ATI HD 3470 256 MB discrete graphics, 320Gig HDD part no NM38HMC


The link for the processorin the cheaper laptop:


P8400 intel,

http://ark.intel.com/Product.aspx?id=35 ... LGE2,SLGFC

the more expensive one does have a discrete graphics card, ATI HD 3470 256 MB,

plus the processor is P 8700
a bit faster frequency.

There is suprisingly little info out there on why the P8400 is sold as an "Embedded" processor, but according to its spec sheet it has exactly the same features as the other P8x00 models (except clock frequency of course). My guess is the P8400 has just been tested and, more importantly for VARs, warranteed for use in passively cooled devices. In fact, quite a few P8400 board kits are fanless, which isn't the case with the P8600, P8700, etc.

So, to answer your question, there doesn't appear to be any difference between the two except Ghz (and a bit of heat).

ScotchDiver