The i7 Model is $250 more and has an upgraded Hard Drive, Processor, and Display. Everything else is the same.
The differences are shown below in bold (i5) and red (i7).
MODEL DIFFERENCES
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| Hardrive: |
320GB 7200rpm |
500GB 7200rpm |
| Processor: |
Intel® Core" i5-2520M vPro" Processor (2.5GHz, 3 MB L3 cache) with Turbo Boost up to 3.2 GHz |
Intel® Core" i7-2620M vPro" Processor (2.7GHz, 4 MB L3 cache) with Turbo Boost up to 3.4 GHz |
| Display: |
15.6" Crystal View HD display |
15.6" HD + (1600 x 900 resolution), Anti-Glare display |
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Intel® Core™ Processor Family
The new Intel Core processors deliver extra performance when you need it, and increased energy efficiency when you don’t. The new intelligent CPUs provide smarter multi-tasking and are designed to shift power requirements between the CPU and graphics to optimize performance.
The Core i5 is for mid-range computers. Along with the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology and Intel HD Graphics, the smart Intel Core i5 processor provides Intel Turbo Boost Technology that automatically speeds up the processor when the computer needs extra performance.
The top-of-the-line Core i7 processor (recommended for voice writers) provides intelligent performance at its best with Intel’s Turbo Boost Technology and incredible responsiveness. The Core i7 Processor is ideal for the gaming enthusiast and for those who run multi-task-intensive applications. The new Intel Core i7 processor provides higher frequencies and greater cache size that deliver the ultimate performance for the toughest tasks.