Windows displays two different CPU speeds, but only one is reliable

While it's not the only factor at play, a PC's CPU and its clock speed greatly determine how your machine will perform under various circumstances. And although not everyone can afford the latest and the greatest, it's value for money that ends up being the primary factor when you're considering purchasing a new PC or upgrading your existing machine's hardware. To that end, it can become slightly confusing if your Windows machine is showing you two clock speeds for the processor it houses, especially if those figures are different. Now, Microsoft has attempted to shed some light on this topic.