Product Comparison: Intel Core i7-2630QM vs Intel Core i5-2520M


General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i7-2630QM
Core i5-2520M
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The Intel Core i7-2630QM represents a worthy addition to a compatible laptop.The unit is built for coupling with an FCPGA988 socket. It can be installed easily into compatible laptops with a non-soldered CPU. The CPU runs at a clock speed of 2 GHz with four physical cores and four logical cores.
Intel Core i5-2520M is a fast dual-core processor based on Sandy Bridge architecture. Multithreading technology Hyperthreading is designed so that two cores can simultaneously process data received by 4 threads.
Package Size
Height
3.54 in.
4.5 in.
Width
2.95 in.
3.4 in.
Depth
0.39 in.
2.4 in.
Weight
1.1 lbs.
1.1 lbs.
Details
Socket
FCPGA988
PPGA988
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Sandy Bridge M
Sandy Bridge
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i7-2630QM CPU Processor
  • Amazing upgrade for my HP Probook 4330s. Good socket.
  • Remarkable performance upgrade, easy install.
  • This item works perfectly. Installation was easy.
  • Good CPU, exactly what I was expecting. Easy to install.
  • Perfect Intel Core i7-2630QM processor with nice socket for my laptop.
Intel Core i5-2520M Mobile CPU Processor
  • Bought as an upgrade for a Dell Inspiron 3520, was easy to install.
  • No problems swapping this with the old CPU.
  • Well packaged and performs well, good socket.
  • Installation took little time.
  • Good chip for notebook, easy to install. I like it.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
4
2
CPU Threads
8
4
Clock Speed
2 GHz
2.5 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
2.9 GHz
3.2 GHz
Max TDP
45 W
35 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 i7-2630QM CPU Processor
  • Good processor with fast speeds.
  • Inexpensive and fast! Perfect for my tasks.
  • Massive performance boost. Good speeds.
  • It is over 5 times faster at certain tasks than previously.
  • Slightly lower clock speed than previous.
Intel Core i5-2520M Mobile CPU Processor
  • With integrated graphics, I don't need to buy a separate card.
  • The GPU has a high clock speed.
  • The processor works stably, does not overheat.
  • 2 cores and 4 threads, this CPU is powerful!
  • Fast and cool, doesn't overheat during gaming.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
256 kB
64 kB
L2 Cache Size
1000 kB
512 kB
L3 Cache Size
6000 kB
3000 kB
Max Memory Size
16 GB
16 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 i7-2630QM CPU Processor
  • This CPU is amazing! Good cache, fast speeds.
  • Incredible performance from an inexpensive chip. Good memory support.
  • Support memory was good on this one.
  • Very fast and brilliant overclocking. Good support memory type for my needs.
  • Great cache and good support memory. I like it. Perfect.
Intel Core i5-2520M Mobile CPU Processor
  • With two memory channels, the speed has increased significantly.
  • I set 16Gb ram, now I can play without lags.
  • Good CPU for an office notebook. The cache is enough for all office tasks.
  • 21.3GB of memory speed. That's impressive.
  • 3MB there is not as much cache as it could be. It's don't enough for me.
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
10.1
10.1
Graphics Output
eDP/DP/HDMI/SDVO/CRT
eDP/DP/HDMI/SDVO/CRT
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
1100 MHz
1300 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
Manufacturer
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