Xeon E5472 vs Core i5-2540M

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

2333

Passmark Score

2356

Performance Difference

Core i5-2540M is 1.0% faster than Xeon E5472

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i5-2540M performs 1.0% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Xeon E5472 and Core i5-2540M.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Xeon E5472 and Core i5-2540M

Intel

Xeon E5472

The Xeon E5472 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 November 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 2,333 points. Launch price was $1,022.

General Information

Type:server
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$1,022
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:11 November 2007 (18 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Harpertown (2007−2008)
Performance Ranking Position:2451

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:4
Die Size:2x 107 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:6 MB (total)
L3 Cache:12 MB L2 Cache
Max Frequency:3 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3 GHz
Transistor Count:820 million
Process Technology:45 nm
Max Case Temperature (TCase):63 °C
TensãO Do NúCleo Permitida:0.85V-1.35V
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:LGA771
Power Consumption (TDP):80 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2

Memory

RAM Types:DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard
Intel

Core i5-2540M

The Core i5-2540M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,356 points. Launch price was $266.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Series:Intel Core i5
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$266
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:1 February 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2443

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:4
Die Size:149 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:256K (per core)
L3 Cache:3 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.3 GHz
Multiplicador:26
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.6 GHz
Transistor Count:624 million
Type De Autocarro:DMI 2.0
Process Technology:32 nm
Max Core Temperature:100 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 5 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:PGA988
Power Consumption (TDP):35 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:21.335 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:16 GB

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