Intel Core i7-965 vs Intel Core i5-2400

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Intel Core i7-965 or Intel Core i7-965 – 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 i7-965 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2008 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition series.
To use the Intel Core i7-965, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1366 socket.
The Intel Core i5-2400 features 4 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 i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-2400, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1155 socket.
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition Family Intel Core i5
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i7-965 Name Intel Core i5-2400
Intel Core i7 900 Group Intel Core i 2000
1 Generation 2
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-965 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-965 is 3.2 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.46 GHz.
The Intel Core i5-2400 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-2400 is 3.1 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.4 GHz.
4x Cores 4x
3.2 GHz Frequency 3.1 GHz
4 CPU Cores 4
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading No
Yes Overclocking No
8 Threads 4
3.46 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.4 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-965 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core i5-2400 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-2400 uses the Intel HD Graphics 2000, which has 48 texture shaders
and 6 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
-- GPU (Turbo) 1.1 GHz
-- Release date Q1/2011
-- Execution units 6
-- Direct X 10.1
-- Max. displays --
-- Shaders 48
GPU name Intel HD Graphics 2000
-- GPU frequency 0.85 GHz
0 bytes Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
-- Generation 6
-- 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.
-- VP8 No
-- VP9 No
-- AVC Decode / Encode
-- h264 Decode / Encode
-- JPEG No
-- VC-1 Decode
-- AV1 No
-- h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
-- h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 24.0 GB distributed across 3 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.
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.
No AES-NI Yes
24.0 GB Max. Memory 32.0 GB
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth 21.3 GB/s
DDR3-1066 Memory type DDR3-1333
pci PCIe pci
3 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 130 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.
130 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 95 W
-- Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-965 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i5-2400 is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q4/2008 Release date Q1/2011
LGA 1366 Socket LGA 1155
1.0 MB L2-Cache 0 bytes
8.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
BX80601965 Part Number --
Bloomfield Architecture Sandy Bridge S
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
990 $ Release price --
SSE4.1, SSE4.2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
45 nm Technology 32 nm
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-965
4C 8T @ 3.2 GHz
2420
2420
Intel Core i5-2400
4C 4T @ 3.1 GHz
2345
2345

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-965
4C 8T @ 3.2 GHz
2174
2174
Intel Core i5-2400
4C 4T @ 3.1 GHz
1778
1778

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-965
4C 8T @ 3.2 GHz
610
610
Intel Core i5-2400
4C 4T @ 3.1 GHz
598
598