Side by side comparison and review of Intel Xeon E5506 and Intel Core i7 3540M (3rd Gen). Compare overall performance, core and thread counts, cache memory, speed, power efficiency, dimensions, socket compatibility and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect CPU. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the processor that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Intel Xeon E5506 | Intel Core i7 3540M (3rd Gen) |
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Product Type | Processor | Processor (mobile) |
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PROCESSOR | Intel Xeon E5506 | Intel Core i7 3540M (3rd Gen) |
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Type | Intel Xeon E5506 | Intel Core i7 3540M (3rd Gen) |
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ARCHITECTURE |
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Processor Qty | 1 | 1 |
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Packaging Type | FC-LGA8 | - |
Compatible Processor Socket | LGA1366 Socket | PGA988 Socket |
Manufacturing Process | 45 nm | 22 nm |
Thermal Design Power | 80 W | 35 W |
Thermal Specification | 76 °C | - |
PCI Express Revision | - | 3.0 |
PCI Express Configurations | - | 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4 |
PCI Express Lanes Qty | - | 16 |
Architecture Features | Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Demand Based Switching, Intel Virtualization Technology | Enhanced SpeedStep technology, integrated memory controller, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Fast Memory Access, Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, 4G WiMAX Wireless Technology, Intel My WiFi Technology, Intel Anti-Theft Technology, Intel AES New Instructions (AES-NI), Thermal Monitoring Technologies, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) |
PERFORMANCE |
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Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Dual-Core |
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Number of Threads | 4 threads | 4 threads |
Clock Speed (Frequency) | 2.13 GHz | 3 GHz |
Max Turbo Speed | - | 3.7 GHz |
Bus Speed | 800 MHz | - |
64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
CACHE MEMORY |
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Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB |
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Cache Memory Details | L2 - 1 MB Smart Cache - 4 MB |
L3 - 4 MB |
Installed Size | 4 MB | 4 MB |
Type | Advanced Smart Cache | - |
RAM |
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Technology | DDR3 SDRAM - 800 MHz | - |
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INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) | Intel Xeon E5506 | Intel Core i7 3540M (3rd Gen) |
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Type | - | Intel HD Graphics 4000 |
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Base Frequency | - | 650 MHz |
Max Dynamic Frequency | - | 1.3 GHz |
Features | - | Dual Display Capable, Intel FDI, Intel Clear Video HD Technology, InTRU 3D Technology, Intel Quick Sync Video, Intel Wireless Display (WiDi), Intel Insider |
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY | Intel Xeon E5506 | Intel Core i7 3540M (3rd Gen) |
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Compatible Slots | 1 x processor | - |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Intel Xeon E5506 | Intel Core i7 3540M (3rd Gen) |
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Included Accessories | Cooler (fansink) | - |
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Compliant Standards | RoHS | - |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 3 years |