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HP Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC vs HP Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC

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  • 23identical
  • 72known for one product only

Key differences

  • Processor family
    • Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC:Intel® Core™2 Duo
    • Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC:Intel® Celeron®
  • Processor frequency
    • Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC:2.2 GHz
    • Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC:1.6 GHz
  • Internal memory
    • Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC:1 GB
    • Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC:0.5 GB
  • Memory slots
    • Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC:2x SO-DIMM
    • Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC:2x DIMM
  • Total storage capacity
    • Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC:160 GB
    • Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC:80 GB
  • Optical drive type
    • Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC:DVD Super Multi
    • Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC:DVD±RW
  • Storage drive controller
    • Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC:SATA 3.0Gb/s NCQ SMART VI
    • Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC:SATA 3.0 Gb/s
  • Discrete graphics card model
    • Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC:Intel® GMA 3100
    • Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC:Intel® GMA 3000

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Comparison of Compaq dc7800 Intel Core™2 Duo Processor E4500 1G/160G DVD+/-RW WXP Pro Small Form Factor PC, Compaq dx2300 Intel Celeron D Processor 420 512M/80G DVD+/-RW WVST Bus Microtower PC
128 specifications
Processor2 differ
Processor familyDiffersIntel® Core™2 DuoIntel® Celeron®
Processor modelKnown for oneE4500Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor coresKnown for one2Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor threadsKnown for one2Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor frequencyDiffers2.2 GHz1.6 GHz
Processor cacheKnown for one2 MBUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor cache typeKnown for oneL2Unknown — not stated by the source
Bus typeKnown for oneFSBUnknown — not stated by the source
FSB ParityKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor lithographyKnown for one65 nmUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor operating modesKnown for one64-bitUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor seriesKnown for oneIntel Core 2 Duo E4000 SeriesUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor codenameKnown for oneConroeUnknown — not stated by the source
Thermal Design Power (TDP)Known for one65 WUnknown — not stated by the source
TcaseKnown for one73.3 °CUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor socketKnown for oneLGA 775 (Socket T)Unknown — not stated by the source
Number of Processing Die TransistorsKnown for one167 MUnknown — not stated by the source
Processing Die sizeKnown for one111 mm²Unknown — not stated by the source
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)Known for one11Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor core voltage (AC)Known for one0.85 - 1.5 VUnknown — not stated by the source
SteppingKnown for oneM0Unknown — not stated by the source
ECC supported by processorKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Cache externalKnown for one2048 KBUnknown — not stated by the source
Memory2 differ
Internal memoryDiffers1 GB0.5 GB
Memory slotsDiffers2x SO-DIMM2x DIMM
Memory upgradeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2 GB
Storage4 differ
Total storage capacityDiffers160 GB80 GB
Optical drive typeDiffersDVD Super MultiDVD±RW
Storage drive controllerDiffersSATA 3.0Gb/s NCQ SMART VISATA 3.0 Gb/s
Disk subsystem controllerDiffersSATA 3.0Gb/sSMART III Serial ATA 3.0 GB/s
Storage drive typeKnown for one160 GBUnknown — not stated by the source
Graphics3 differ
Discrete graphics card modelDiffersIntel® GMA 3100Intel® GMA 3000
Graphics card RAMDACKnown for one400 MHzUnknown — not stated by the source
Maximum graphics card memoryKnown for one0.256 GBUnknown — not stated by the source
Video card featuresDiffers3D/2D Controller: support is fully compliant with Microsoft standard API such as Microsoft DirectX9, DirectXVA, VMR9, GDI/GDI+; OpenGL 1.4.; Integrated VGA Controller; integrated 400 MHz RAMDAC; 400 MHz Controller Clock Speed; Overlay Planes: Single overlay support with 5x3 filtering; Maximum ColorIntel GMA 950 3D/2D Controller: support is fully compliant with Microsoft standard API such as Direct Draw, GDI/GDI+ and Direct Show; Integrated VGA Controller; integrated 400 MHz RAMDAC; 400 MHz Controller Clock Speed; Overlay Planes: Single overlay support with 5x3 filtering; Maximum Color Depth:
Video card resolutionDiffersMaximum Vertical Refresh Rate: 85 Hz at up to 1920x1440, 75 Hz at 2048x1536Maximum Vertical Refresh Rate: 85 Hz at up to 1920x1440, 85Hz at 2048x1536
Performanceidentical
Acoustic power emissionsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIDLE (Fixed disk drive spinning): LWAd = 4.3 Bels; FIXED DISK (Random write): LWAd = 4.8 Bels; CD-ROM (Sequential Reads): LWAd = 5.0 Bels
Network1 differ
Networking featuresDiffersIntel 82566DM GigabitEthernet/Fast Ethernet
Ports & interfaces1 differ
DVI portKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
I/O portsDiffersRear: 6 USB 2.0, 1 serial port, 1 optional serial port, 1 parallel port, 2 PS/2, 1 RJ-45, 1 VGA, audio in/out; Front: 2 USB 2.0, audio portsRear: 4 USB 2.0, 1 serial port, 1 optional second serial port, 1 parallel port, 2 PS/2, 1 RJ-45, 1 VGA, audio in/out, Mic In, Front: 2 USB 2.0, audio ports
Front connectionsKnown for one2 x USBUnknown — not stated by the source
Headphone outputsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Microphone inKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Serial ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Parallel ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Expansion slots1 differ
Expansion slotsDiffers1 low-profile PCI, 2 full-height PCI (optional), 1 low-profile PCI Express x16, 2 low-profile PCI Express x11 full-height PCI, 2 full-height PCI Express x1, 1 full-height PCI Express x16
Power3 differ
Power requirementsDiffersInput voltage 90 – 264 / 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 47 – 63 Hz, active PFC (80% High Efficiency) Operating Voltage Range: 90 – 264 VAC; Rated Voltage Range: 100 – 240 VAC; Rated Line Frequency: 50/60 Hz; Operating Line Frequency Range: 47 – 63 Hz; Rated Input Current: 4.0 A; Rated Input Current 80 PluInput voltage 90 – 264 / 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 47 – 63 Hz, passive PFC Passive Power Factor Correction (PFC) - with line switch set to 230V - No PFC in 115V line switch position; 90 to 140VAC, or 180 to 264VAC operating voltage range; 100 to 127 VAC, or 200 to 240VAC rated voltage range; 50-60 Hz
Power supply input frequencyKnown for one50 - 60 HzUnknown — not stated by the source
Power consumption (typical)Differs240 W250 W
Power managementDiffersOperating Voltage Range: 90 – 264 VAC; Rated Voltage Range: 100 – 240 VAC; Rated Line Frequency: 50/60 Hz; Operating Line Frequency Range: 47 – 63 Hz; Rated Input Current: 4.0 A; Rated Input Current 80 Plus: 3.5 A; Current Leakage (NFPA 99): < 275 µA; System Heat Dissipation: Typical 198 btu/hr (50No
Design1 differ
Chassis typeDiffersSFFMicro Tower
Cable lock slotKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Cable lock slot typeKnown for oneKensingtonUnknown — not stated by the source
External drive baysKnown for one1 x SlimlineUnknown — not stated by the source
Internal drive baysKnown for one1 x 3.5"Unknown — not stated by the source
Upgrade typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceWindows Vista capable
Software2 differ
Bundled softwareDiffersHP Total Care Advisor, InterVideo WinDVD 5.0, Microsoft Office 2007 Small Business, Microsoft Internet Explorer / Google ToolbarOptional on selected models only: Microsoft Windows XP Home, Microsoft Windows XP Pro, Microsoft Windows Vista Business, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic, Microsoft Office 2007 Basic and Microsoft Office 2007 Small Business, Microsoft Office 2007 Professional Microsoft Works 8.5, Roxio Easy Media
Driver LANDiffersMicrosoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000Microsoft 2000, Microsoft XP
Compatible operating systemsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceGenuine Windows XP Professional, Genuine Windows XP Home, FreeDOS
Processor special featuresidentical
Embedded options availableKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep TechnologyKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Execute Disable BitKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Idle StatesKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel 64Known for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Clear Video TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Demand Based SwitchingKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Dual Display Capable TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Enhanced Halt StateKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel FDI TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Fast Memory AccessKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Flex Memory AccessKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Rapid Storage TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Trusted Execution TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® InTru™ 3D TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Insider™Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor ARK IDKnown for one30781Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor codeKnown for oneSLA95Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor package sizeKnown for one37.5 x 37.5 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Thermal Monitoring TechnologiesKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Turbo Boost TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Quick Sync Video TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Conflict-Free processorKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Audio2 differ
Audio systemDiffersADI1884Realtek ALC888
Audio includedDiffersIntegrated High Definition audio with ADI1884 codec, 3D audio compliant with AC'97 Rev. 2.3, internal PC speakerIntegrated High Definition audio with Realtek ALC888 codec, 3D audio compliant with AC'97 Rev. 2.3, internal PC speaker
Operational conditions2 differ
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Differs5 - 95%10 - 95%
Non-operating relative humidity (non-condensing)Differs5 - 90%10 - 95%
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WidthDiffers337 mm175 mm
DepthDiffers378 mm416 mm
HeightDiffers100 mm353 mm
WeightDiffers8.5 kg9.6 kg
Keyboard2 differ
Pointing deviceDiffersHP PS/2 2-Button Optical Scroll Mouse HP PS/2 2-Button Optical Scroll Mouse or HP USB 2-Button Optical Scroll MouseHP PS/2 2-Button Optical Scroll Mouse 2-Button Scroll Mouse (PS/2) or 2-Button Optical Scroll Mouse (PS/2 or USB)
Keyboard typeDiffersHP PS/2 HP Standard Keyboard (PS/2 or USB) or HP USB Smartcard Keyboard2004 standard PS/2 HP Standard (PS/2, USB)
Features1 differ
Security management descriptionDiffersIntegrated 1.2 TPM Embedded Security Chip (except for Russia), HP Business PC Security Lock, HP USB Biometric Fingerprint ReaderKensington Cable Lock Provision (Lock not included); Padlock Security Loop (Lock not included)
Other features2 differ
Security featuresDiffersKensington Lock, Solenoid Hood Lock / SensorHP Business security lock kit optional
Drive baysDiffers1 internal 3.5 inch 1 external 5.25 inch, 1 external 3.5 inch2 internal 3.5 inch 2 external 5.25 inch, 1 external 3.5 inch

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