Key Differences
In short — Core i3-3240 outperforms Core i3-540 on the selected game parameters. We do not have the prices of both CPUs to compare value. The better performing Core i3-3240 is 970 days newer than Core i3-540.
Advantages of Intel Core i3-3240
- Consumes up to 25% less energy than Intel Core i3-540 - 55 vs 73 Watts
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Resolution
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Game Graphics
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Desktop • Sep 3rd, 2012
Desktop • Jan 7th, 2010
Geekbench 5 Benchmarks
Intel Core i3-3240 | vs | Intel Core i3-540 |
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Sep 3rd, 2012 | Release Date | Jan 7th, 2010 |
Core i3 | Collection | Core i3 |
Ivy Bridge | Codename | Clarkdale |
Intel Socket 1155 | Socket | Intel Socket 1156 |
Desktop | Segment | Desktop |
2 | Cores | 2 |
4 | Threads | 4 |
3.4 GHz | Base Clock Speed | 3.1 GHz |
Non-Turbo | Turbo Clock Speed | Non-Turbo |
55 W | TDP | 73 W |
22 nm | Process Size | 32 nm |
34.0x | Multiplier | 23.0x |
Intel HD 2500 | Integrated Graphics | Intel HD |
No | Overclockable | No |