Intel Core i5-11400T vs Intel Core i7-2600

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Intel Core i5-11400T or Intel Core i5-11400T – 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 i5-11400T features 6 processor cores and has the capability to manage 12 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2021 and belongs to the 11 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-11400T, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1200 socket.
The Intel Core i7-2600 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-2600, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1155 socket.
Intel Core i5 Family Intel Core i7
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i5-11400T Name Intel Core i7-2600
Intel Core i 11000 Group Intel Core i 2000
11 Generation 2
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i5-11400T has 6 CPU cores and can calculate 12 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-11400T is 1.3 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.7 GHz.
The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator.
The Intel Core i7-2600 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-2600 is 3.4 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.8 GHz.
6x Cores 4x
3.3 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) None
1.3 GHz Frequency 3.4 GHz
6 CPU Cores 4
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking No
12 Threads 8
3.7 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.8 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i5-11400T has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-11400T uses the Intel UHD Graphics 730, which has 192 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i7-2600 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-2600 uses the Intel HD Graphics 2000, which has 48 texture shaders
and 6 execution units.
1.2 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.35 GHz
Q1/2021 Release date Q1/2011
24 Execution units 6
12 Direct X 10.1
-- Max. displays --
192 Shaders 48
Intel UHD Graphics 730 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 2000
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 0.85 GHz
64.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
12 Generation 6
14 nm Technology 32 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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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.
Decode / Encode VP8 No
Decode / Encode VP9 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode JPEG No
Decode VC-1 Decode
Decode AV1 No
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 128.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 51.2 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 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 21.0 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
128.0 GB Max. Memory 32.0 GB
51.2 GB/s Bandwidth 21.0 GB/s
DDR4-3200 Memory type DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 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 95 W watts.
25 W TDP down None
35 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 95 W
100 °C Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i5-11400T is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 12.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i7-2600 is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q1/2021 Release date Q1/2011
LGA 1200 Socket LGA 1155
3.0 MB L2-Cache 1.0 MB
12.0 MB L3-Cache 8.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Rocket Lake S Architecture Sandy Bridge S
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
182 $ Release price 270 $
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
14 nm Technology 32 nm