Product Comparison: Intel Core i7-2720QM vs Intel Core i5-2520M
General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i7-2720QM
Core i5-2520M
Origin
China
China
About the Product
This is Sandy Bridge architecture notebook processor primarily aimed at office systems. It has 4 cores and 8 threads, and is based on 32 nm manufacturing technology, with a maximum frequency of 3300 MHz and a locked multiplier.
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
4.6 in.
4.5 in.
Width
3 in.
3.4 in.
Depth
1.6 in.
2.4 in.
Weight
1.1 lbs.
1.1 lbs.
Details
Socket
FCBGA1224/FCPGA988
PPGA988
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Sandy Bridge
Sandy Bridge
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i7-2720QM Mobile CPU Processor
- Replaced a core i3 in my Toshiba laptop. It was fast.
- Installed it in my ThinkPad T420, no problems for me.
- A very convenient socket in this processor.
- Easy installing, good CPU. I like it.
- This is a great processor, a convenient socket. Installed quickly in a 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
2.2 GHz
2.5 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
3.3 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 i7-2720QM Mobile CPU Processor
- Great processor, very powerful.
- Lithography 32mn, it is reliable.
- I am glad that the processor does not overheat.
- Works great, 8 CPU Threads, that's impressive.
- 4 core CPU for a notebook. Intel pleased as always.
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
32 GB
16 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
25.6 GB/s
21.3 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i7-2720QM Mobile CPU Processor
- 6Mb cache for mobile CPU. Good CPU!
- I like the memory of this chip.
- Supporting of 32Gb memory, wow!
- I installed 2x16 RAM, I can play any games.
- Good processor for office notebook, fast memory, and 6Mb cache for all tasks.
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
1300 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
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