Intel Core i5 4300M (4th Gen) vs. Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650

CPU Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Intel Core i5 4300M (4th Gen) and Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare overall performance, cache sizes, RAM, power efficiency, architecture, but also other key features of both processors and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the processor that best fits your needs and expectations.

CPUs Specifications Comparison

Intel Core i5 4300M (4th Gen) vs. Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core i5 4300M (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Product Type Processor (mobile) Processor
PROCESSOR Intel Core i5 4300M (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Type Intel Core i5 4300M (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
ARCHITECTURE
Processor Qty 1 1
Compatible Processor Socket PGA946 Socket LGA775 Socket
Manufacturing Process 22 nm 45 nm
Thermal Design Power 37 W 130 W
Thermal Specification 100 °C 64.5 °C
PCI Express Revision 3.0 -
PCI Express Configurations 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4 -
PCI Express Lanes Qty 16 -
Architecture Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, streaming SIMD extensions 4.1, streaming SIMD extensions 4.2, Intel Anti-Theft Technology, Intel AES New Instructions (AES-NI), Thermal Monitoring Technologies, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel vPro Technology, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel Advanced Vector Extensions 2 (AVX2.0), Intel TSX-NI Enhanced SpeedStep technology, streaming SIMD extensions 2, streaming SIMD extensions 3, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Advanced Digital Media Boost, Intel Advanced Smart Cache, Intel Intelligent Power Capability, Intel Smart Memory Access, Intel Wide Dynamic Execution, supplemental streaming SIMD extensions 3, streaming SIMD extensions 4, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Thermal Monitor 2
PERFORMANCE
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Number of Threads 4 threads -
Clock Speed (Frequency) 2.6 GHz 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz -
Bus Speed - 1333 MHz
64-bit Computing - Yes
CACHE MEMORY
Cache 3 MB 12 MB
Cache Memory Details Smart Cache - 3 MB L2 - 12 MB
Installed Size 3 MB 12 MB
Type - Advanced Smart Cache
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) Intel Core i5 4300M (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Type Intel HD Graphics 4600 -
Base Frequency 400 MHz -
Max Dynamic Frequency 1.25 GHz -
Max Supported Memory Size 2 GB -
Max Supported Resolution 3840x2160@60Hz (DP), 2880x1800@60Hz (VGA), 3840x2160@60Hz (HDMI) -
Features Intel Quick Sync Video, Intel Wireless Display (WiDi), Intel Insider, Triple Display Capable -
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY Intel Core i5 4300M (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Compatible Slots - 1 x processor
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core i5 4300M (4th Gen) Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 90 days
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