Product Comparison: Intel Core i7-640M vs Intel Core i3-370M
General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i7-640M
Core i3-370M
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The Intel Core i7-640M is a high-end dual-core laptop processor. Its clock frequency ranges from 2.8GHz to 3.46GHz with Turbo Mode technology. This has 4 threads, is suitable for sockets BGA1288, PGA988. This processor has an integrated Intel HD Graphics core.
The Intel Core i3-370M was a mobile processor with 2 cores. It is part of the Core i3 lineup, using the Arrandale architecture with Socket G1. Thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading the core-count is effectively doubled, to 4 threads.
Package Size
Height
1.5 in.
1.5 in.
Width
1.5 in.
1.5 in.
Depth
0.15 in.
0.15 in.
Weight
0.4 lbs.
0.5 lbs.
Details
Socket
BGA1288/PGA988
PGA988
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Arrandale
Arrandale
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i7-640M CPU Processor
- I easily installed this processor in my laptop. Thanks Intel.
- A great processor for everyday use. Easy to install.
- This CPU is great for the price. It was easy to install.
- I unpacked it without any problems, quickly installed it and launched it. Everything works well.
- Convenient socket, you don't need to be a genius to install this processor.
Intel Core i3-370M Mobile CPU Processor
- It was my first processor installation and I had no issues. Excellent CPU.
- CPU came in perfect condition. Installation was normal. I like it.
- The processor itself is great. Installation was easy. Would recommend.
- Easy to install this CPU into my motherboard. I recommend it.
- No issues with installation. Powerful device.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
2
CPU Threads
4
4
Clock Speed
2.8 GHz
2.4 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
3.46 GHz
Max TDP
35 W
35 W
Max Temperature
105 °C
90 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i7-640M CPU Processor
- I put this processor in my laptop. It to noticeably improve its performance.
- Good processor, you can play games and do other tasks.
- I am happy with this processor, it has good speed.
- Weak processor, only for light applications, not for all games.
Intel Core i3-370M Mobile CPU Processor
- Very fast! No issues, this thing is beast!
- It's fast, reliable and powerful CPU for my laptop.
- This processor is so fast for everyday use. Perfect.
- Very fast CPU for the money. Good for my laptop!
- Do not buy for heavy gaming. Very slow.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
128 kB
L2 Cache Size
512 kB
512 kB
L3 Cache Size
4000 kB
3000 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 i7-640M CPU Processor
- I installed 8GB of RAM. Everything is running perfectly.
- Installed this processor instead of the old one. Good cache size.
- The high quality of this CPU makes me happy. Works fast with my RAM.
- Good cache size. I work every day, the processor is stable.
- I wanted a little more cache size in this processor.
Intel Core i3-370M Mobile CPU Processor
- Works fine with my Corsair 2 x 4 GB DDR3 memory. I like it.
- Would recommend this item. Supported my Corsair 4 GB DDR3 memory.
- Works really well for my old notebook. Good works with my DDR3 memory.
- Good memory support! Excellent processor!
- Working great with new DDR3 memory. Perfect for my laptop!
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
10.1
10.1
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
766 MHz
667 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
No
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
Popular Comparisons
Intel Pentium E2160
Intel Pentium E2160
vs
Intel Pentium 4 531
Intel Pentium 4 531
vs
Intel Pentium E2140
Intel Pentium E2140
vs
Intel Pentium 4 630
Intel Pentium 4 630
vs
AMD EPYC 7351P
AMD EPYC 7351P
vs
Intel Core i5-9400
Intel Core i5-9400
vs
AMD EPYC 7551P
AMD EPYC 7551P
vs
Intel Core i7-950
Intel Core i7-950
vs
Intel Core i9-7940X
Intel Core i9-7940X
vs
Intel Core i7-8700K
Intel Core i7-8700K
vs
Intel Core i7-4790K
Intel Core i7-4790K
vs
Intel Xeon E5-2620 v2
Intel Xeon E5-2620 v2
vs
Intel Core i7-6850K
Intel Core i7-6850K
vs
Intel Xeon E5-2690 v3
Intel Xeon E5-2690 v3
vs
Intel Core i7-4770K
Intel Core i7-4770K
vs