Intel Core i3-2377M vs Intel Core M-5Y10a

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Intel Core i3-2377M or Intel Core i3-2377M – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i3-2377M features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2012 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-2377M, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1023 socket.
The Intel Core M-5Y10a features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2014 and belongs to the 5 generation of the Intel Core M series.
To use the Intel Core M-5Y10a, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1234 socket.
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core M
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i3-2377M Name Intel Core M-5Y10a
Intel Core i 2000M Group Intel Core M 5
2 Generation 5
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-2377M has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-2377M is 1.5 GHz
The Intel Core M-5Y10a has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core M-5Y10a is 0.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.0 GHz.
2x Cores 2x
None None 1.6 GHz
1.5 GHz Frequency 0.8 GHz
2 CPU Cores 2
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
4 Threads 4
normal Core architecture normal
No Overclocking No
None None 2.0 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-2377M has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-2377M uses the Intel HD Graphics 3000, which has 96 texture shaders
and 12 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core M-5Y10a has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core M-5Y10a uses the Intel HD Graphics 5300, which has 192 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
1.0 GHz GPU (Turbo) 0.8 GHz
Q1/2011 Release date Q3/2014
12 Execution units 24
10.1 Direct X 11.2
-- Max. displays --
96 Shaders 192
Intel HD Graphics 3000 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 5300
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 0.1 GHz
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 16.0 GB
6 Generation 8
32 nm Technology 14 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
No VP8 Decode
No VP9 Decode
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
No JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
21.3 GB/s Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
DDR3-1333 Memory type DDR3L-1600
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
Yes ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 17 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 4.5 W watts.
17 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 4.5 W
100 °C Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-2377M is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core M-5Y10a is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q2/2012 Release date Q3/2014
BGA 1023 Socket BGA 1234
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
3.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Sandy Bridge H Architecture Broadwell Y
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
-- Release price --
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
32 nm Technology 14 nm