Which Intel Chipset Series to Choose: P, H, Q. And Intel vPro

jiewmeng

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How do I decipher which series of chipsets is meant for what? So far, my understanding is:

- P Series: Meant for games
- H Series: With integrated graphics.
- Q Series: With vPro: better virtualization technology? If yes, will it help like running Virtual Box? I noticed tho that looking at Asus motherboards, Q series have the least features compared to P & H Series. Also looking at a local computer hardware store, they dont even have Q series sold. Is it really not for "normal" use?

Also I P series chipsets does not support Integrated Graphics, but I thought its in Sandy Bridge CPUs not chipsets? If I get Intel Core i5 2400 which has support for Virtualization Technology stuff, but get a H series motherboard, are the features disabled or something?