Product Comparison: Intel Core i5-2400 vs Intel Core i5-3470


General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i5-2400
Core i5-3470
Origin
Malaysia
China
About the Product
The 2nd generation Intel Core i5-2400 processor delivers an improved automatic performance, thanks to its Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0. This gives system builders the freedom to set their computers the way they want by overclocking the Core i7-2600K's original speed of 3.1GHz to up to 3.4GHz.
The Intel Core i5-3470 processor is based on the new Ivy Bridge architecture. The nominal internal frequency of the processor is 3.2 GHz, which in "turbo" mode increases to 3.6 GHz. Heat dissipation of the processor does not exceed 77 W.
Package Size
Height
4.3 in.
4.57 in.
Width
3.3 in.
3.98 in.
Depth
4.5 in.
2.76 in.
Weight
0.86 lbs.
1 lbs.
Details
Lithography
32 nm
22 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Desktop
Code Name
Sandy Bridge
Ivy Bridge
Socket
FCLGA1155
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i5-2400 CPU Processor
  • Running the i5-2400 on an H67 mini-itx board. Easy to setup.
  • I do wish Intel would stop changing their socket platforms. CPU with this socket is perfect.
  • CPU installation is easy with socket 1155.
  • Good solid CPU that is decently priced. Socket for my case. I like it.
  • Requires new socket 1155 motherboard. Huge cost.
Intel Core i5-3470 CPU Processor
  • Super fast processor for LGA1155 Socket.
  • Had no problems installing the processor and heatsink.
  • I immediately installed it and was surprisingly pleased. Great socket.
  • Had no issues installing it or anything. Amazing type of socket.
  • Very easy to install processor. Highly recommend.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
4
4
CPU Threads
4
4
Clock Speed
3.1 GHz
3.2 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
3.4 GHz
3.6 GHz
Max TDP
95 W
77 W
Max Temperature
72.6 °C
67.4 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i5-2400 CPU Processor
  • Fast, quiet, cool, powerful, cheap. Perfect.
  • When run at standard speeds, this is just as fast as the i5-2500k.
  • This CPU is fast! Smoking speed!
  • The i5-2400 will run whatever you throw at it, and at blazingly fast speeds.
  • Very fast (even without speed boost).
Intel Core i5-3470 CPU Processor
  • This processor is rock solid and fast!
  • This processor is lightning fast! Highly recommend.
  • All games at max FPS runs like a clock and super fast.
  • Very snappy and fast processor at a great price.
  • Runs cool with stock fan, its lightning fast, and its well priced.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
256 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
1024 kB
1000 kB
L3 Cache Size
6000 kB
6000 kB
Max Memory Size
32 GB
32 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
21 GB/s
25.6 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i5-2400 CPU Processor
  • Easy to find compatible memory. I like it.
  • Faster than the rest of my computer. Great memory slot.
  • In nearly every addressing cache and memory test, it either equaled or excelled the older i7.
  • Better performance then I've seen in a long time. Great memory.
  • Memory clock is locked at 1333mhz.
Intel Core i5-3470 CPU Processor
  • It's great quality and work with no problems. Great works with my memory.
  • Excellent product well combined with good memories and practically flies motherboard.
  • The cache is sufficient for any application.
  • Excellent performance. Awesome amount of cache.
  • I overclocked my memory to the maximum with this processor. Highly recommend.
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
11.1
11.1
Graphics Video Max Memory
2 GB
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
1100 MHz
1100 MHz
Graphics Base Frequency
850 MHz
650 MHz
Processor Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 2000
Intel HD Graphics 2500
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
Yes
Yes
Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!
Yes
Yes
Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport
No
No
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
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