About this tag
The dual core tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about dual-core processors in older and modern PCs, including troubleshooting issues like missing cores in Windows 10, performance problems with dual-core CPUs such as the Intel Core E8200 and Pentium Dual-Core E-6300, and benchmarking with tools like Cinebench R23. Topics also include upgrading from Windows Vista to Windows 8.1 on dual-core laptops, installing operating systems on dual-core systems, and VR readiness testing. The tag reflects user experiences with dual-core hardware for gaming, general use, and system stability.
  1. kemical

    Maxon Cinebench R23: Key Features & Improvements for Benchmarking

    Maxon release Cinebench 23:
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • 3d graphics accuracy apple m1 background processes benchmark cinebench command line computing cooling cpu dual core execution maxon multi-core overclocking performance ram results testing windows
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Software Updates
  2. havananights561

    Windows 10 Can't get Windows to boot up.

    Good morning! My name is Tamara. I just joined this Forum because I figured it would be a lot of help to me since I am in the process of taking my A+ certification. So I won't bore you with the boring details! But hopefully someone can point me in the right direction. Now, I don't know...
    • havananights561
    • Thread
    • a+ certification black screen boot issues bootable usb cmos dell dual core error message flashing installation issues legacy hardware operating system processor system information system repair tech support troubleshooting usb windows 10 windows 8.1
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. K

    Windows 10 Troubleshooting Missing Second Core on Pentium Dual-Core E-6300 in Windows 10

    hi, I went to msconfig and boot and advanced option, I find I have 1 processors enabled. I have Pentium dual core e-6300, so I should have two cores. I also checked my CPU in task manager. It's showing I only have 1 cores. What happened to my second core. (Sorry for the Chinese, if you don't...
    • Kevin Hu
    • Thread
    • boot options cpu issues dual core hardware missing core msconfig pentium processor task manager windows settings
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. kemical

    VIDEO Is Your PC VR Ready? Test It with Futuremark's VRMark Benchmarks

    The performance requirements for VR games are much higher than for typical PC games. So if you're thinking about buying an HTC Vive or an Oculus Rift, wouldn't it be good to know that your PC is ready for VR? VRMark includes two VR benchmark tests that run on your monitor, no headset required...
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • benchmark directx 11 dual core free space futuremark gaming graphics htc vive memory oculus rift pc performance performance system requirements testing version 1.0.1227 virtual reality vr gaming vrmark windows 7
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Software Updates
  5. K

    Windows 10 Best linux for a game?

    I'm staying at my parent's house for a week and got an old pc there. For some reason windows xp is not getting installed. I want to play a game on it but windows 10 isn't able to handle even light web browsing! I don't know much about linux so please help me choose one that requires low specs...
    • krosslin
    • Thread
    • amd community ddr2 ram dual core flash support fps game compatibility gaming graphics card lightweight linux low spec nvidia old computer operating system performance tech support user help windows issues
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  6. J

    Windows 7 Computer slows down whenever connected to the Internet

    Ever since i upgraded my pc from Windows 7 Premium 32 bit to 64 bit, whenever i connect my internet cable to my pc, it slows down considerably. My pc is a Intel Core E8200 dual core CPU, 4 GB ram and 150 GB free space. When i play NBA 2K15 for example w/out being connected to the internet, its...
    • jlens16
    • Thread
    • connectivity cpu dual core free space gaming internet lag nba 2k15 pc specs performance ram slow troubleshooting upgrade windows 10 windows 7
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  7. D

    Windows 7 I Can Not Install No Operating System

    Hello ! I tried to install a myriad of DVDs or USB sticks Widows 7 that in the pc of my friends all go perfectly, in my case initially installing it goes, but then I get the following message: "FILE OR DIRECTORY D: DAMAGED AND NOT READABLE. RUN THE UTILITY 'CHKDSK " If I install another...
    • dav78
    • Thread
    • boot issues chkdsk diagnostics dual core error message gigabyte hard drive hardware installation linux mint live linux memory test operating system ram system repair tech support troubleshooting ubuntu western digital windows 7
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
  8. W

    Windows 8 upgrading from Windows Vista to Wibndows 8.1

    I have an older Lenovo idea pad. I am running windows vista on it. The laptop has the duo core harddrive. the harddrive that I use is almost full. It is a 30 gb hd with 1 gb available. the other drive has about 150gb available. I stopped by staples and the guy there said that windows 8.1...
  9. V

    Windows 7 Possible power Issue

    Just a question as I am not 100% sure myself so I thought I would ask to save myself time trying to figure it out as I'm a little pushed for time to sit & have a look. Got a system was a 500w value PSU, Dual Core AMD cpu, 4gig ddr2, 2 hdd's & a 3780 GPU. Recently I added the second HDD which is...
    • VsUK
    • Thread
    • amd burning computer device manager drivers dual core dvd gpu hardware hdd installation nero old hardware performance power issues psu support system stability transcoding troubleshooting
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  10. irsmart

    Windows 8 Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 for slow PC?

    I have two PCs: (1) An old Compaq tower running a dual-core AMD processor at ~2.2GHz. 1GB RAM (I had to remove a 1GB stick that went bad) Running Windows Vista (2) A Gateway laptop with an Intel i3 at 2.4GHz 4GB RAM Running Windows 7 They both have crappy graphics cards and have a ton of...
    • irsmart
    • Thread
    • chrome dual core graphics card intel core i3 microsoft word old computer operating system pc optimization performance ram upgrade reliability slow pc software cleanup spotify system requirements user experience windows 7 windows 8.1 windows vista
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  11. M

    Windows 7 Can't find all CPU Cores working

    I bought a used Dell E6500 with an Intel dual core processor (supposedly) but Win 7 Task Manager only finds one core. I've got other computers running dual core and quad core processors, and Performance > CPU history > One Graph per CPU will read as many processors as the processor title says it...
    • Mitch47
    • Thread
    • bios settings core utilization cores dell e6500 diagnostics dual core intel p8600 performance issues system performance task manager windows 7
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  12. V

    Windows 8 Windows 8 pc is hanging often

    My windows 8 pc is hanging so often for last 2 months. Previously, it worked without any problem for some 6-7 months. Now it hangs just like that. While I am working, mouse cursor stops responding, keyboard keys stop appearing on screen, the power led on cpu cabinet remains red without blinking...
    • vsrawat
    • Thread
    • automatic repair computer issues cpu temperature cursor diagnostics dual core error dump hanging hardware hdd performance ram reinstall repair repair shop smp system freeze system restore troubleshooting windows 8
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)
  13. Eve

    Windows XP Core2Quad and AudioComparer

    My boss does a lot of DJ work so he has a lot of music. He uses AudioComparer to find duplicates of his music and deletes them. He upgraded his HP Compaq DC7800p running XP Pro 32bit from a Core 2 Duo E8600 to a Core 2 Quad Q6600. He ran the AudioComparer program and it only uses one of the...
    • Eve
    • Thread
    • audio software audiocomparer compaq computer issues djing dual core duplicate files hardware upgrade motherboard multithreading music operating system performance quad core software compatibility tech support windows 7 windows xp
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  14. kemical

    VIDEO Metro: Last Light-Minimum requirements

    This game, released May 14th, looks very interesting. Sequel to Metro 2033 you play the same character Artyom. The graphics look really impressive: Ref: Metro: Last Light Now Bundled With GeForce GTX Graphics Cards | GeForce
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • 3d vision artyom directx dual core gaming geforce graphics metro last light nvidia optimum requirements performance quad core requirements shader model system requirements tessellation texture quality video games windows
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Games
  15. pagroundhog

    Windows 7 How About a CPU + Mobo Combo for Under $100 USD?

    Hello all, This information is intended for anyone on a budget. First off, let's take a look at the motherboard: Newegg.com - ASRock B75M-DGS R2.0 LGA 1155 Intel B75 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard This $49.95 motherboard has one SATA III port, multiple SATA II ports, and...
    • pagroundhog
    • Thread
    • affordable asrock budget combo computing needs cpu dual core g2020 graphics installation intel micro atx motherboard performance sata throttling uefi usb wei score windows 8
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  16. Abiyouth

    Windows 7 Need urgent help ! 32bit to 64bit

    I got a new laptop which came with a win 7 pro 32bit and just 2 GB RAM so i upgraded ram to 6 GB days before. Now i learned that win 7 32bit supports only 4 GB of ram :( So the question is "Is my laptop config good enough for a 64bit win 7 ?" Pls reply My laptop specs : AMD Turion II Dual Core...
    • Abiyouth
    • Thread
    • 32-bit 64-bit amd compatibility configuration dual core hdd laptop memory operating system performance pro radeon ram system requirements tech support upgrade windows 7
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
  17. S

    Windows 7 Can I Upgrade to 8GB RAM on HP Motherboard with i955X Chipset?

    I em going to upgrade my rm but i was doing my research and now i em completly confused.Some web site are telling me that there is no difference between i955x and 955x chipset besides supporting dual core cpu. My questions is can i install 8 gb of ram into my hp motherboard(0A00H) i955x chip...
    • slovenia7
    • Thread
    • 0a00h chipset dual core hardware i955x intel motherboard ram support upgrade
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  18. S

    Windows 7 Upgrading HP i955x Motherboard: 8GB RAM Compatibility and Dual-Core Support Clarification

    I em going to upgrade my rm but i was doing my research and now i em completly confused.Some web site are telling me that there is no difference between i955x and 955x chipset besides supporting dual core cpu. My questions is can i install 8 gb of ram into my hp motherboard(0A00H) i955x chip...
    • slovenia7
    • Thread
    • chipset compatibility dual core hardware i955x intel motherboard ram upgrade
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  19. C

    Windows 7 A Possibly CPU Related problem

    I've had this problem with my computer where the audio and video together will start to lag and the audio sounds as if it having a major audio buffer under-run, the only way I know to fix this is to restart my machine, but what has me worried is that sometimes this problem can happen even when...
  20. rezabd99

    Windows 7 Bluetooth driver does not work on Asus K42F

    Hello, I am in a problem. I am using Windows 7 Ultimate, 32 bit on ASUS K42F dual core notebook. I used it well before reinstalling. I have reinstalled windows7 ultimate and updated it. Everything is ok but bluetooth does not work. When i press fn+f2 (in ASUS notebook) to switch WAN and...