Product Comparison: Intel Core i5-2430M vs Intel Core i7-2670QM
General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i5-2430M
Core i7-2670QM
Origin
China
China
About the Product
This is Sandy Bridge architecture notebook processor primarily aimed at office systems. It has 2 cores and 4 threads, and is based on 32 nm manufacturing technology, with a maximum frequency of 3000 MHz and a locked multiplier.
The Intel Core i7-2670QM was a mobile processor with 4 cores. It is part of the Core i7 lineup, using the Sandy Bridge architecture with Socket G2 (988B). Thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading the core-count is effectively doubled, to 8 threads.
Package Size
Height
1.5 in.
1.5 in.
Width
1.5 in.
1.5 in.
Depth
0.15 in.
0.15 in.
Weight
0.5 lbs.
0.55 lbs.
Details
Socket
PPGA988
FCPGA988
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Sandy Bridge
Sandy Bridge
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i5-2430M CPU Processor
- PPGA988 is an excellent socket for laptops.
- It was easy to install, I'm glad.
- Good Intel's mobile CPU, good socket which easies to install.
- The processor works flawlessly, the installation went smoothly.
- Amazing CPU, convenient socket for different laptops.
Intel Core i7-2670QM CPU Processor
- The installation of the CPU went flawlessly.
- Replaced my dead Pentium B950. Easy to install.
- Great condition, great price. Easy installation.
- This processor has been a great upgrade for my laptop. Very easy to install.
- I upgraded my Compac Presario cq57 laptop with this CPU. Installation was easy.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
4
CPU Threads
4
8
Clock Speed
2.4 GHz
2.2 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
3 GHz
3.1 GHz
Max TDP
35 W
45 W
Max Temperature
100 °C
100 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i5-2430M CPU Processor
- Fast CPU for office tasks!
- Excellent 2-core processor for your money.
- I updated the processor in the laptop, now it doesn't get warm at all.
- This i5 is great. Good for work and watching films.
- Decent built-in graphics for watching videos or playing simple games.
Intel Core i7-2670QM CPU Processor
- No bent pins, nothing. Very fast product.
- Worked perfectly! Very fast! I like it!
- My computer is about 176% faster now according to cinebench.
- The laptop runs much faster than before.
- Works well. Computer is notably faster.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
256 kB
L2 Cache Size
512 kB
1000 kB
L3 Cache Size
3000 kB
6000 kB
Max Memory Size
16 GB
32 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
21.3 GB/s
21.3 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i5-2430M CPU Processor
- 3MB cache for such a processor is just good!
- Like Intel's CPUs for their cache, this processor is also worthy of attention.
- Install 16Gb ram and it works well! I am completely satisfied.
- Support for 16GB of RAM and fast memory. This processor is perfect for my work laptop.
- The i5-2430M with 3 MB cache, this is not serious. There are better models.
Intel Core i7-2670QM CPU Processor
- Excellent addition along with a 2TB HDD and 16 GB memory upgrade.
- I installed 16 GB of RAM! Works perfect!
- Excellent upgrade to my laptop. Good memory support.
- I recommend this product. Good works with my 16 GB DDR3 memory!
- Great product for laptop upgrade! Great DDR3 memory support.
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
10.1
10.1
Graphics Output
eDP/DP/HDMI/SDVO/CRT
eDP/DP/HDMI/SDVO/CRT
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
1200 MHz
1100 MHz
Graphics Base Frequency
650 MHz
650 MHz
Processor Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 3000
Intel HD Graphics 3000
Graphics Video Max Memory
2 GB
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
Yes
Yes
Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!
Yes
Yes
Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport
Yes
Yes
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
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