Product Comparison: Intel Core i5-430M vs Intel Core i7-720QM


General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i5-430M
Core i7-720QM
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.
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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
Lithography
32 nm
45 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Arrandale
Clarksfield
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  • Bga1288 and pga988 sockets are outdated.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 i7-720QM CPU Processor
  • This processor has been great to me. Installation was easy.
  • The i7-720QM quad core processor with easy installation.
  • Easy to install and fast. This processor truly is a powerhouse.
  • This is an impresive prossessor. Good socket on this.
  • Installation was easy, fast performance. I like that.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
4
CPU Threads
4
8
Clock Speed
2.26 GHz
1.6 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
2.53 GHz
2.8 GHz
Max TDP
35 W
45 W
Max Temperature
105 °C
100 °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  • I do not recommend it, an outdated model, there are more powerful models.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 i7-720QM CPU Processor
  • Fast, quad core, hyperthreading, turbo boost. Perfect CPU.
  • Blazing fast laptop CPU for my needs.
  • Easily one of the fastest mobile CPU's.
  • Crazy fast. Very solid and fast performance.
  • Blazingly fast processor. Handles everything I throw at it.
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
8 GB
8 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
17.1 GB/s
21 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 i7-720QM CPU Processor
  • Good with 1333 DDR3 memory. I recommend.
  • Good for multi-tasking and photo-video editing. Good memory support.
  • Great L3 cache of this one. I like it.
  • Amazing mobile CPU with good cache and memory support.
  • It is slow in anything I throw at it. Poor support memory of this.
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
10.1
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
766 MHz
Graphics Base Frequency
500 MHz
Processor Graphics
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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