Intel replaced Core 2 Duo with i3, i5 and i7

New chips from Intel will be branded simply as Core i3 (basic), Core i5 (midrange) and Core i7 (premium).

More specifically, the desktop chip code-named Lynnfield will include two i5 and i7 versions, while the Clarksfield chip used in laptops will be a high-end Core i7. Arrandale (mobile 32 nm) will first appear with the Core i3 brand and gradually expand to i5 and i7 while Clarkdale (32 nm desktop) will be available with i3 and i5 versions.

" Even in the second half of this year, Core i5 products and some new i7 versions will go on sale. By early 2010, more i3 products will be shipped, " wrote Deborah Conrad, Intel vice president. website of this company.

In parallel with the appearance of new products, old brands like Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad will gradually disappear. Centrino is still available in the computer market next year but will only be included in Wi-Fi and WiMAX devices later.

" We will also maintain Celeron for low-cost computers, Pentium in basic systems and Atom for netbooks. In other words, Celeron is a good choice for customers, Pentium is better and Intel Core is the best. "Conrad confirmed.

Some milestones for Intel's brand development

2003 : The first laptops to use Centrino introduced a whole new concept of an integrated computing platform with strong performance, wireless connectivity and long battery life.

2004 : Pentium M mobile processor is the heart of Intel Centrino technology systems with processing speeds of up to 2.13 GHz and built-in Wi-Fi connectivity.

2005 : Intel introduces the next generation of Centrino processors, which enhances performance and enhances security for business users, and delivers high-quality graphics, audio and video technology.

2006 : The Intel Core 2 Duo was born, providing twice as fast performance and high power savings.

2007 : Centrino Pro processors ensure fast, low-cost troubleshooting and increased security.

2008 : The new generation of Centrino is powered by Intel's advanced 45-nanometer (nm) processor, Core 2 Duo.