iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
Intel Core i7-2670QM
4C 8T @ 2.2 GHz
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Intel Core i7-2670QM or Intel Core i7-2670QM – 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 i7-2670QM features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently. It was released in Q4/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i7 series. To use the Intel Core i7-2670QM, you'll need a motherboard with a PGA 988 socket. The Apple A6X features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently. It was released in Q3/2012 and belongs to the 6 generation of the Apple A series series. |
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2 | Generation | 6 |
Intel Core i7 | Family | Apple A series |
Intel Core i 2000M | Group | Apple A6/A6X |
Intel Core i7-2670QM | Name | Apple A6X |
Mobile | Segment | Mobile |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency |
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The Intel Core i7-2670QM has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-2670QM is 2.2 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 3.1 GHz. The Apple A6X has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the Apple A6X is 1.4 GHz |
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4 | CPU Cores | 2 |
8 | Threads | 2 |
3.1 GHz | Turbo Frequency (1 core) | None |
2.2 GHz | Frequency | 1.4 GHz |
4x | Cores | 2x Swift |
normal | Core architecture | normal |
No | Overclocking | No |
Yes | Hyperthreading | No |
Internal Graphics |
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The Intel Core i7-2670QM has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-2670QM 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 Apple A6X has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short. Specifically, the Apple A6X uses the PowerVR SGX554MP4 (4 Cores), which has 128 texture shaders and 16 execution units. |
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6 | Generation | -- |
Q1/2011 | Release date | Q3/2012 |
-- | Max. displays | -- |
12 | Execution units | 16 |
96 | Shaders | 128 |
1.1 GHz | GPU (Turbo) | -- |
0.65 GHz | GPU frequency | 0.3 GHz |
32 nm | Technology | 32 nm |
Intel HD Graphics 3000 | GPU name | PowerVR SGX554MP4 (4 Cores) |
2.0 GB | Max. GPU Memory | 0 bytes |
10.1 | Direct X | 10 |
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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-- | AI specifications | -- |
-- | AI hardware | -- |
Hardware codec support |
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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.
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No | JPEG | No |
Decode / Encode | h264 | No |
No | AV1 | No |
No | VP9 | No |
No | h265 / HEVC (10 bit) | No |
Decode / Encode | AVC | No |
No | h265 / HEVC (8 bit) | No |
No | VP8 | No |
Decode | VC-1 | No |
Memory & PCIe |
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The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 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 1.0 GB distributed across 4 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 17.1 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance. |
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2 | Memory channels | 4 |
32.0 GB | Max. Memory | 1.0 GB |
DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333 | Memory type | LPDDR2-1066 |
Yes | AES-NI | No |
21.3 GB/s | Bandwidth | 17.1 GB/s |
No | ECC | No |
pci | PCIe | pci |
Thermal Management |
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The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 45 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. |
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45 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | None |
100 °C | Tjunction max | -- |
Technical details |
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The Intel Core i7-2670QM 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 6.0 MB cache. A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming. The Apple A6X is manufactured using a 32 nm process. |
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Q4/2011 | Release date | Q3/2012 |
Sandy Bridge H | Architecture | A6 |
Technical data sheet | Documents | Technical data sheet |
VT-x, VT-x EPT | Virtualization | None |
Monolithic | Chip design | Chiplet |
6.0 MB | L3-Cache | 0 bytes |
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX | ISA extensions | |
32 nm | Technology | 32 nm |
PGA 988 | Socket | |
x86-64 (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | ARMv7-A32 (32 bit) |
-- | Part Number | APL 0598 |
280 $ | Release price | -- |
Windows 10, Linux | Operating systems | iOS |
0 bytes | L2-Cache | 1.0 MB |