Product Comparison: Intel Core i5-430M vs Intel Core i5-520M


General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i5-430M
Core i5-520M
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Intel Core i5-430M is a fast mobile mid-range dual-core processor with a frequency of 2.26 to 2.53 GHz (Turbo Mode technology). Hyperthreading technology allows two cores to use all 4 threads.
The processor is locked for overclocking. The total number of cores - 2, threads - 4. Maximum processor clock frequency - 2.93 GHz. The maximum temperature is 105 ° C. Technological process - 32 nm. Cache size: L1 - 128 KB, L2 - 512 KB, L3 - 3072 KB.
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.
0.5 lbs.
Details
Socket
BGA1288/PGA988
PGA988/BGA1288
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Arrandale
Arrandale
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i5-430M CPU Processor
  • The advantage of this socket is that it is an easy installation.
  • The socket fits this processor perfectly, excellent performance.
  • Easily installed, I like it.
  • Upgraded my old laptop, the installation went smoothly.
  • Bga1288 and pga988 sockets are outdated.
Intel Core i5-520M CPU Processor
  • Good CPU for my old notebook. Easy installed.
  • Easily installed in my old Toshiba.
  • Works great, installed smoothly.
  • Good socket for different laptops.
  • It was hard to install this chip.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
2
CPU Threads
4
4
Clock Speed
2.26 GHz
2.4 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
2.53 GHz
2.93 GHz
Max TDP
35 W
35 W
Max Temperature
105 °C
105 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i5-430M CPU Processor
  • Powerful cores, decent CPU for a budget build.
  • Works great doesn't overheat. I like this CPU.
  • This processor has a Turbo Core, which is pretty good.
  • Old, weak, slow processor.
  • I do not recommend it, an outdated model, there are more powerful models.
Intel Core i5-520M CPU Processor
  • Good TDP for mobile CPU.
  • Works great, not hot. I like Intel's CPU!
  • Good energy efficiency.
  • 2 powerful cores, cope with any work task.
  • Useless graphics at our days.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
512 kB
512 kB
L3 Cache Size
3000 kB
3000 kB
Max Memory Size
8 GB
8 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
17.1 GB/s
17.1 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i5-430M CPU Processor
  • It works well, a good memory for office tasks.
  • Using 4Gb RAM and watching films. I'm happy.
  • A decent processor for the money. I don't complain at memory in the CPU, it’s good.
  • Works fine, 3Mb cache for playing Heroes 3 is enough!
  • Weak memory bandwidth!
Intel Core i5-520M CPU Processor
  • This model has good memory speed.
  • A working processor with a good memory, at a reasonable price.
  • 3MB of cache is more than enough in such a processor.
  • Support of DDR3 memory, pretty good.
  • 17.1 GB/s memory bandwidth, modern processors have 20 or more.
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
10.1
10.1
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
766 MHz
766 MHz
Graphics Base Frequency
500 MHz
500 MHz
Processor Graphics
Intel HD Graphics for Previous Generation Intel Processors
Intel HD Graphics for Previous Generation Intel Processors
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
Manufacturer
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