Product Comparison: Intel Core i5-480M vs Intel Core i7-620M


General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Intel i5-480M notebook processor based on Arrandale architecture primarily aimed at office systems. It has 2 cores and 4 threads and is manufactured using a 32 nm process technology. The maximum CPU frequency is 2.93GHz and the multiplier is locked. Suitable for BGA1288, PGA988 sockets.
Intel Core i7 M 620 has 2 cores and 4 threads, it is manufactured using a 32 nm process technology, Arrandale architecture. The base frequency of the cores is 2.66GHz. The maximum frequency with Intel Turbo Boost mode reaches 3.33GHz. This is suitable for motherboard with BGA1288, PGA988 socket.
Model
Core i7-620M
Package Size
Height
1.45 in.
1.45 in.
Width
1.45 in.
1.45 in.
Depth
0.15 in.
0.15 in.
Weight
0.5 lbs.
0.5 lbs.
Details
Socket
BGA1288/PGA988
BGA1288/PGA988
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Arrandale
Arrandale
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i5-480M CPU Processor
  • Worked perfectly and easy to install. I am really satisfied.
  • The core i5-480M is one the best older style BGA1288 socket processors available.
  • The socket for this processor is understandable, installed correctly.
  • I am completely happy with this chip. It is easy to install into the motherboard.
  • It's easy to install without even reading the instructions.
Intel Core i7-620M CPU Processor
  • Easy to install. Great processor for the price.
  • Its just been to install the processor into the socket.
  • This was the first time I changed the processor. Easy installation.
  • Nice and clear socket, installed in 5 minutes, thanks to Intel.
  • I'm really happy with this processor. The installation was clear.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
2
CPU Threads
4
4
Clock Speed
2.6 GHz
2.66 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
2.93 GHz
3.33 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 i5-480M CPU Processor
  • It is on par with almost all the i7 processors, good speed.
  • It has integrated graphics right on the processor, and it works perfect.
  • Good processor, I work in photoshop without lags.
  • This processor is fast and doesn't get hot at all.
  • Would recommend this CPU to everyone. It's a cool little processor that runs fast.
Intel Core i7-620M CPU Processor
  • This processor upped my laptop FPS on all my games.
  • Good CPU and load speeds definitely worth it.
  • I recommend this if your still using these types of processors. Nice speed.
  • Great, powerful processor. Good upgrade from the i3-350M.
  • It seemed to me that the processor is very hot.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
512 kB
512 kB
L3 Cache Size
3000 kB
4000 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 i5-480M CPU Processor
  • The laptop had 3GB of RAM installed. The processor worked very well.
  • I am pleased with this product. Good and fast RAM performance.
  • He's definitely worth the money. Fast work with DDR3.
  • My laptop had 4 GB of RAM. With this processor, it worked quickly.
  • Good CPU, fast performance, good cache size.
Intel Core i7-620M CPU Processor
  • With this CPU and 8GB of added RAM my laptop works great.
  • Laptop runs and full speed now. Compatible with my DDR3.
  • Just an inexpensive and cool processor. Works fast with my RAM.
  • It has a cool speed of working with memory, the laptop does all tasks quickly.
  • Perfect cache size for this processor. As a result, the CPU is fast and efficient.
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 HD Graphics for Previous Generation
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
FCC, CE
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
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