Intel® Core™ i5-3230M Processor

Intel® Core™ i5-3230M Processor

Intel® Core™ i5-3230M Processor
  • Architecture: Utilizes Ivy Bridge microarchitecture, manufactured on a 22nm process.
  • Processor Cores: Dual-core processor with four threads via Hyper-Threading technology.
  • Clock Speed: Base clock speed of 2.6 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 3.2 GHz for enhanced performance.
  • Cache: Features 3 MB of Intel Smart Cache for efficient data access.
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): Operates at a thermal design power of 35 watts, balancing performance and power efficiency.
  • Memory Support: Supports DDR3 memory with speeds up to 1600 MHz, providing ample bandwidth for multitasking.
  • Graphics: Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000, offering improved graphics performance and support for DirectX 11.
  • Socket: Utilizes the rPGA988B socket type, compatible with mobile platforms.
  • Instruction Set Extensions: Supports Intel AVX, AES-NI, and SSE4.1/4.2 instruction set extensions for enhanced performance in multimedia and security applications.
  • Virtualization: Features Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) for improved virtualization performance and security.
  • Integrated GPU Base Frequency: Operates at a base frequency of 650 MHz, expandable up to 1100 MHz with Turbo Boost.
  • Process Technology: Built on Intel's 3rd generation Core processor technology, delivering improved performance and energy efficiency compared to previous generations.
  • Advanced Technologies: Incorporates Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology, and Intel Hyper-Threading Technology for optimized performance and power management.
  • Graphics Output: Supports various display interfaces including VGA, HDMI, and DisplayPort for flexible connectivity options.
  • Security Features: Includes Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) and Execute Disable Bit (XD) for enhanced security capabilities.