/proc/cpuinfo discrepancy

[Tony Crouch]

Hi Chris,
I ran an intensive script file and the scaling applet did change its
numerical values. However, it only changed from 668MHz to 692MHz.
When my cursor resides over the applet it comes up with, what I can
only presume, to be the percentage of the processor that is in use, 
at 668MHz it says 96% at 692MHz it says 100%.

Something does seem right here ...

Cheers, 
Tony Crouch

> > Was wondering if someone could shed some light onto the discrepancy
> > between the known processor value and the one stated in cpuinfo.
> 
> Isn't this just cpu throttling in action - I.e. your cpu throttles down to a 
> slower speed when its not needed, to save battery and keep cool. 
> 
> Try running some cpu intensive app (glxgears ?) and watch the entry for a 
> while. If it is throttled, you should see the cpu speed jump back to its full 
> speed when needs its full power.
> 
> Chris

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