I3-540 compared to core 2 duo

[windsormark]

Hello,

I want to buy a macbook pro, but not sure whether to wait until it has the new I3 processor...Is it any better or faster than the present Core 2 duo P8600 ?/

any advice greatly appreciated

 

[runningbot]

The i3 - 350m is on part with a C2D P8700. I know of the i5 - 540m and that can out perform the T9900 in some scenarios. I'd recommend waiting for an i3. But here is a great resource to look at and make your own decision.

http://www.notebookcheck.net/Mobile-Processors-Benchmarklist.2436.0.html