Intel VPro Vs Intel Core i7: Which One Is Better?

Intel has generated a family of multi-processors based on micro architecture, known as Nehalem. An Intel Corei7 is an Intel proprietary processor available in dual-core, quad-core, and hex-core processor architectures. The Intel Core vPro is a multi-core, multi-threaded Xeon or Core processor built to offer manageability and intelligent security on every chip. Both these processors offer amazing security, however, still there is a constant dilemma about which one to pick and which one to drop. Let’s dive deeper and understand more about these Intel processors.

Intel Core i7

Intel core i7 is an intelligent multi-core processor designed with unmatched technologies. The processor is a combination of Intel Hyper-Threading technology and Intel Turbo boost technology. It can easily handle demanding tasks such as creating digital videos and intense games. Intel Core i7 comes with a varying number of cores (4 to 8), bus speed as well as clock speed. This multi-tasking application unleashes incredible media creation.

Core i7 General specification

• Integrate 4 Cores (the latest Core i7 processor incorporate 6 cores)
• All support 64-bit execution
• Support DDR3 main memory
• Speed ranges from 2.66GHz to 3.33GHz
• Front Side Bus Speed include 2GHz, 4.8GHz or 6.4GHz
• 1MB L2 and 8MB L3 cache
• Support Hyper-threading technology
• Virtualization Technology
• Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
• Supports Intel Turbo Boost technology
• Streaming SIMD Instructions (MMX)
• Overclocking capability

Benefits of Intel Core i7:

Core i7 processors are designed for the gaming industry as well as for applications that require high performance.

In general, Core i7 processors are recommended for the following applications:

• Multithreading applications
• Multitasking, for running multiple programs at the same time
• Creating professional movies and editing graphical tasks
• Extreme 3D gaming
• More than enough for basic tasks such as word processing, internet browsing and e-mail

Features Of Intel Core i7

• The Intel i7 works best when paired with similarly powerful components, which provides a computer that is fully balanced.
• An innovative feature of Intel’s processors is Turbo Boost, which allows active processor cores to run faster than the base operating frequency when certain conditions are met.
• The Core i7 series of processors feature an integrated shared L3 cache with a maximum size of 12 MB.
• With Intel Hyper-Threading, multithreaded tasks can be completed faster and several applications can be run at the same time without degrading performance.
• In virtualized environments, the Core i7 processors and chipsets enable software to further improve performance.

Intel VPro

Intel vPro is a platform that consists of hardware and firmware that can be found in a range of devices. It is a marketing term used by Intel for a wide range of computer hardware technologies, including VT-x, VT-d, Trusted Execution Technology (TXT), and Intel Active Management Technology (AMT). It can be found in a device’s CPU or chipset (or both) as well as its wireless (and wired, when available) connectivity chips.

To secure the remote vPro communication channel, Intel vPro uses several industry-standard security technologies and methodologies. These technologies and methodologies also enhance security for accessing the PC’s sensitive system data, Intel AMT management features, BIOS settings, and other critical features or data. It also protects security credentials and other important information during deployment (setup and configuration of Intel AMT) and vPro use.

Intel VPro Specifications:

• A multicore and multi thread XEON or Core processor
• AMT
• Wired or wireless connection.
• Intel TXT
• IEEE 802.1X
• Intel Data Protection Technology
• Intel VMCS-Intel Virtual Machine Control Structure Shadowing
• Intel Secure key (RDRAND)
• Intel Identity Protection technology
• Intel Boot Guard
• Intel Anti-Theft Technology
• Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
• Intel OS Guard
• Intel Small Business Advantage (Intel SBA)
• Cisco Self-Defending Network
• Microsoft NAP (Network Access Protector)
• Intel VT-x
• Virtualization Technology

 Benefits of the Intel vPro Platform

• The Intel VPro Platform, allows users to enjoy high-performance
• This processor support and enhance their productivity and efficiency
• There are inbuilt security features that will protect and maintain the security of the operating system
• The processor allows Virtual management of systems that are not present on the premise.
• It is a verified platform that incorporates the most recent technologies available for personal computers

Intel vPro Features

1. One of the striking features of Intel Vpros is that it allows users to remotely scane and update their PCs.
2. At times of theft, Intel Vpro comes with an Intel Pro SSD hard Drive that can be easily erased. Hence ensuring 100% security to the users.
3. Intel AMT is a set of management and security features built into vPro PCs that make it easier for a system administrator to monitor, maintain, secure, and service PCs.

Conclusion

A major difference between Intel i7 and Intel vPro technology is that Intel i7 refers to processor families for desktops and laptops, whereas Intel vPro refers to components built into a motherboard. It is important to note that Intel i7 is a combination of processor families, whereas Intel vPro is a combination of technologies such as AMT, IVT, and ITET.

There is a possibility that a PC that is equipped with Intel vPro technology may also have an Intel i7 processor. Hardware technologies, security technologies, and many other technologies are part of Intel’s vPro program. As we can see, these two terms are very different, yet they seem to be very similar at the same time.