Product Comparison: Intel Core i7-2640M vs Intel Core i5-2520M
General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i7-2640M
Core i5-2520M
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Intel Core i7-2640M is a fast mobile dual-core processor of the Sandy Bridge generation. It is manufactured according to the standards of a 32nm technological process.
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
4.5 in.
4.5 in.
Width
3.4 in.
3.4 in.
Depth
2.4 in.
2.4 in.
Weight
1.1 lbs.
1.1 lbs.
Details
Socket
FCBGA1023/PPGA988
PPGA988
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Sandy Bridge
Sandy Bridge
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i7-2640M CPU Processor
- Easy installation into Dell Inspiron 15 N5050.
- Good CPU and convenient socket.
- The installation went smoothly.
- Good chip from Intel, the installation went without problems.
- It was to install. I like Intel.
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
2
2
CPU Threads
4
4
Clock Speed
2.8 GHz
2.5 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
3.5 GHz
3.2 GHz
Max TDP
35 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 i7-2640M CPU Processor
- This processor quickly made my laptop much more responsive, quicker, and efficient.
- A powerful processor, does not overheat.
- Good chip, it works well and fast.
- Works great. This CPU really fast.
- Upgraded my laptop, this CPU works fast, it's powerful and doesn't lag.
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
64 kB
64 kB
L2 Cache Size
512 kB
512 kB
L3 Cache Size
4000 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 i7-2640M CPU Processor
- 4MB cache at mobile CPU, that's great!
- It has really fast memory. Good CPU.
- Wonderful processor, it has 2 memory channels!
- I like Intel's cache technology, and 4MB it's great.
- Fast memory, two cores. Good chip for its prise.
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 Video Max Memory
2 GB
2 GB
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
1300 MHz
1300 MHz
Graphics Base Frequency
650 MHz
650 MHz
Processor Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 3000
Intel HD Graphics 3000
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
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