Intel Core i3-540 vs Intel Core i5-3570S
A side-by-side spec comparison of the Intel Core i3-540 and the Intel Core i5-3570S. We line up every specification, highlight the winner of each, and tally an overall verdict so you can decide which cpu / processor is right for your build.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 73W | 65W |
| Cores | 2 | 4 |
| Socket | LGA1156 | LGA1155 |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 6 MB |
| Threads | 4 | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.06 GHz | 3.1 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.06 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Westmere | Ivy Bridge |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 2500 |
Intel Core i3-540
0
specs won
Intel Core i5-3570S
6
specs won
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