Product Comparison: Intel Core i7-3520M vs Intel Core i7-3720QM


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General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i7-3520M
Core i7-3720QM
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Intel Core i7-3720QM is a laptop processor based on the Ivy Bridge architecture. It has 4 cores and 8 threads and is manufactured using a 22 nm process technology. The clock frequency is 2.6GHz and the maximum frequency is 3.6GHz. It is compatible with FCBGA1224, FCPGA988 socket.
Package Size
Height
4.6 in.
4.5 in.
Width
4.2 in.
3.5 in.
Depth
1 in.
1.6 in.
Weight
0.7 lbs.
1.07 lbs.

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

Details
Socket
PGA988B
FCBGA1224/FCPGA988
Lithography
22 nm
22 nm
Type of Processors
Mobile
Mobile
Code Name
Ivy Bridge
Ivy Bridge
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i7-3520M Mobile Processor
  • Good processor, works as intended and expected. Easy install.
  • Easy install and works perfectly had no issues. Perfect!
  • Easy to install, fast, and runs very cool.
  • It was easy to install and works well with my board.
  • Packaging was easy to open, chip was easy to install, works well.
Intel Core i7-3720QM CPU Processor
  • A wonderful processor with a manufacturing process of only 22 nm.
  • Good processor, convenient socket. I highly recommend this.
  • I installed this chip in the motherboard without any problems, it was really easy.
  • The installation was easy, I am satisfied. Cool CPU.
  • If this is your first processor, you can easily install it.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
2
4
CPU Threads
4
8
Clock Speed
2.9 GHz
2.6 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
3.6 GHz
3.6 GHz
Max TDP
35 W
45 W
Max Temperature
105 °C
105 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i7-3520M Mobile Processor
  • Very fast mobile processor for all my needs.
  • Would great and fast enough to handle all my games. I like that.
  • Great speed! Get the right motherboard.
  • The turbo boost on this thing is insane, really fast speeds.
  • Computer runs a lot slower than with my previous processor. Poor quality.
Intel Core i7-3720QM CPU Processor
  • Nice chip. Powerful and efficient, the 4 cores do the job great.
  • It's a fast processor. I recommend it to everyone.
  • It can be overclocked to 4GHz and it will work stably.
  • Great processor. 4 cores, overclocking to 3.8GHz without problems.
  • A good and efficient processor from Intel. I am absolutely satisfied.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
128 kB
256 kB
L2 Cache Size
512 kB
1024 kB
L3 Cache Size
4000 kB
6000 kB
Max Memory Size
32 GB
32 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
25.6 GB/s
25.6 GB/s

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i7-3520M Mobile Processor
  • Perfect complement to my RTX 2080. Good memory support, too.
  • Works as expected. Supported my new memory. I like it.
  • It runs super smooth and quiet. Good support DDR3 memory type.
  • Nice and powerful. Fits my memory. Good support.
  • DDR3 type of memory. Just what I need.
Intel Core i7-3720QM CPU Processor
  • 6MB of cache is really a lot, it can do any task.
  • I like the size of the cache. The processor works well with multitasking.
  • I installed 16GB of RAM. The chip works quickly and without lags.
  • The processor has 2 memory channels and this is enough for fast work.
  • Good cache size, that was the reason for buying this processor.
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
11
11.1
Graphics Output
eDP/DP/HDMI/SDVO/CRT
eDP/DP/HDMI/SDVO/CRT
Graphics Video Max Memory
2 GB
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
1.25 MHz
1250 MHz
Graphics Base Frequency
650 MHz
650 MHz
Processor Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 4000
Intel HD Graphics 4000

Intel Core i7-3520M

Intel Core i7-3720QM

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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