For most people the difference comes down to how fast the computer’s “brain” works when you’re doing one thing versus how many brains it has to split the work between.
Everyday work – writing, browsing, school projects
The newer chip feels quicker. When you open a document, a spreadsheet and a web page at the same time, the system stays snappy. The older chip can feel a little slower because each brain works a bit more slowly, even though it has more brains in total.
Gaming
If you like playing games, the newer chip is the clear winner. Games rely on a single brain working fast, so the newer chip keeps the action smooth and the loading times shorter. The older chip can still play games, but you’ll notice it lags a bit more.
Video editing or 3D modelling
When you’re chopping up a movie or building a 3‑D scene, the older chip has a slight edge because it can juggle many tasks at once. It can handle several processes together better than the newer chip. However, both chips still feel a bit sluggish for heavy editing work, so if you’re doing a lot of that, you might want something even more powerful.
Bottom line
So pick the newer chip for smooth daily use and gaming, and consider the older one only if you need extra brains for multitasking or light editing.
