Does parallels use intel Turbo Boost?

Discussion in 'Windows Virtual Machine' started by FlavioW1, Apr 20, 2018.

  1. FlavioW1

    FlavioW1 Bit poster

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    Hello, all.
    Title says it. Does parallels apply Turbo Boost under a Windows virtual machine? Im running a MBA 11" mid 2012 with a Core i5 3337U 1.7 ghz "up to 2.6ghz turbo boost", and my CPU-Z readings under Windows in Parallels show only 1.7ghz, x17 multiplier, regardless of what load i'm under (tested heavy games). Am I missing some configuration? The extra 900mhz could really be of help in my modest configuration.

    Thank you,
     
  2. Arun@Parallels

    Arun@Parallels Parallels Support

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    Hi @FlavioW1 , please let us know the version of Parallels Desktop you are using. Is it home/Pro/Business?
     
  3. Ilya Verbin

    Ilya Verbin Junior Member

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    Turbo Boost is controlled by the CPU, so Windows VM automatically run at current frequency.
    Here is a screenshot from my MBA 13" mid 2012:
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    I don't know why your frequency is only 1.7, maybe the CPU starts to overheat and turns Turbo Boost off.
     
  4. FlavioW1

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    Im on 13.1.0 business. CPU temp is fine, around 60c.. still only 1.7ghz. Thank you all for your help
     
  5. Arun@Parallels

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    Hi @FlavioW1 , please reproduce the issue and generate a problem report ID and send it to us. We will check and get back to you.
     

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