Intel Core i5-2430M vs Intel Core i7-2610UE

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Intel Core i5-2430M or Intel Core i5-2430M – 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 i5-2430M features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-2430M, you'll need a motherboard with a PPGA 988 socket.
The Intel Core i7-2610UE features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 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 i7-2610UE, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1023 socket.
Intel Core i5 Family Intel Core i7
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i5-2430M Name Intel Core i7-2610UE
Intel Core i 2000M Group Intel Core i 2000U
2 Generation 2
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i5-2430M has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-2430M is 2.4 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.0 GHz.
The Intel Core i7-2610UE has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-2610UE is 1.5 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.4 GHz.
2x Cores 2x
2.4 GHz Frequency 1.5 GHz
2 CPU Cores 2
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking No
4 Threads 4
3.0 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 2.4 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i5-2430M has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-2430M 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 i7-2610UE has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-2610UE uses the Intel HD Graphics 3000, which has 96 texture shaders
1.2 GHz GPU (Turbo) 0.85 GHz
Q1/2011 Release date Q1/2011
12 Execution units 12
10.1 Direct X 10.1
-- Max. displays --
96 Shaders 96
Intel HD Graphics 3000 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 3000
0.65 GHz GPU frequency 0.35 GHz
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
6 Generation 6
32 nm Technology 32 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 No
No VP9 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
No JPEG No
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
 
 

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.
Yes AES-NI Yes
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
21.3 GB/s Bandwidth 21.3 GB/s
DDR3-1333 Memory type DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC Yes
 
 

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 17 W watts.
35 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 17 W
100 °C Tjunction max 100 °C
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i5-2430M 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 i7-2610UE is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q4/2011 Release date Q1/2011
PPGA 988 Socket BGA 1023
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
3.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Sandy Bridge H Architecture Sandy Bridge U
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
-- Release price 280 $
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
32 nm Technology 32 nm