Side by side comparison and review of Intel Xeon E5540 and Intel Core i3 6157U (6th 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 E5540 | Intel Core i3 6157U (6th Gen) |
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Product Type | Processor | Processor (mobile) |
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PROCESSOR | Intel Xeon E5540 | Intel Core i3 6157U (6th Gen) |
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Type | Intel Xeon E5540 | Intel Core i3 6157U (6th Gen) |
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ARCHITECTURE |
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Processor Qty | 1 | 1 |
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Compatible Processor Socket | LGA1366 Socket | FCBGA1356 Socket |
Core Voltage | 0.75 V - 1.35 V | - |
Manufacturing Process | 45 nm | 14 nm |
Thermal Design Power | 80 W | 28 W |
Thermal Specification | 76 °C | 100 °C |
PCI Express Revision | - | 3.0 |
PCI Express Configurations | - | 1x4, 2x2, 1x2+2x1, 4x1 |
PCI Express Lanes Qty | - | 12 |
Architecture Features | Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Demand Based Switching, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Dynamic Acceleration | Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, streaming SIMD extensions 4.1, streaming SIMD extensions 4.2, Intel My WiFi 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), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel Advanced Vector Extensions 2 (AVX2.0), Intel OS Guard, Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX), Intel Memory Protection Extensions (MPX) |
PERFORMANCE |
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Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Dual-Core |
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Number of Threads | 8 threads | 4 threads |
Clock Speed (Frequency) | 2.53 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
Max Turbo Speed | 2.8 GHz | - |
Bus Speed | 1066 MHz | - |
64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
CACHE MEMORY |
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Cache | 8 MB | 3 MB |
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Cache Level 1 Size | 256 KB | - |
Cache Memory Details | L2 - SLC NAND Flash - 8 MB | Smart Cache - 3 MB |
Installed Size | 8 MB | - |
Type | SLC NAND Flash | - |
RAM |
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Technology | DDR3 SDRAM - 1066 MHz | - |
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INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) | Intel Xeon E5540 | Intel Core i3 6157U (6th Gen) |
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Type | - | Intel Iris Graphics 550 |
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Base Frequency | - | 300 MHz |
Max Dynamic Frequency | - | 1 GHz |
Max Supported Memory Size | - | 32 GB |
Max Supported Resolution | - | 4096x2304@24Hz (HDMI), 4096x2304@60Hz (eDP), 4096x2304@60Hz (DP) |
Features | - | Intel Clear Video Technology, Intel Clear Video HD Technology, InTRU 3D Technology, Intel Quick Sync Video, Triple Display Capable |
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY | Intel Xeon E5540 | Intel Core i3 6157U (6th Gen) |
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Compatible Slots | 1 x processor | - |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Intel Xeon E5540 | Intel Core i3 6157U (6th Gen) |
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Included Accessories | Heat sink, voltage regulator module | - |
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Compliant Standards | RoHS | - |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year - on-site | Limited warranty - 3 years |