Side by side comparison and review of Intel Pentium G630 and Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd 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 Pentium G630 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Product Type | Processor | Processor (mobile) |
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| PROCESSOR | Intel Pentium G630 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Type | Intel Pentium G630 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| ARCHITECTURE |
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| Processor Qty | 1 | 1 |
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| Packaging Type | - | 988-pin Micro FCPGA |
| Compatible Processor Socket | LGA1155 Socket | - |
| Manufacturing Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Thermal Design Power | 65 W | 55 W |
| Thermal Specification | 69.1 °C | 100 °C |
| PCI Express Revision | 2.0 | - |
| Architecture Features | Enhanced SpeedStep technology, integrated memory controller, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, streaming SIMD extensions 4.1, streaming SIMD extensions 4.2, Intel Fast Memory Access, Intel Flex Memory Access, Thermal Monitoring Technologies, Idle States | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
| PERFORMANCE |
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| Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Quad-Core |
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| Number of Threads | 2 threads | 8 threads |
| Clock Speed (Frequency) | 2.7 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Max Turbo Speed | - | 3.5 GHz |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| CACHE MEMORY |
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| Cache | 3 MB | 8 MB |
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| Cache Memory Details | L3 - 3 MB | Smart Cache - 8 MB |
| Installed Size | 3 MB | 8 MB |
| INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) | Intel Pentium G630 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Type | Intel HD Graphics with Dynamic Frequency | Intel HD Graphics 3000 |
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| Base Frequency | 850 MHz | 650 MHz |
| Max Dynamic Frequency | 1.1 GHz | 1.3 GHz |
| Features | Dual Display Capable, Intel FDI | - |
| EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY | Intel Pentium G630 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Compatible Slots | 1 x processor - LGA1155 Socket | 1 x processor |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Intel Pentium G630 | Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 2920XM (2nd Gen) |
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| Compliant Standards | Halogen-free | - |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 3 years | - |