Intel Core i5-2540M

Intel Core i5-2540M
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Core i5-2540M was once a staple in many mobile devices. It was based on the then-modern Sandy Bridge H architecture, known for its efficiency. Manufactured using the 32-nanometer process, this processor provided a solid foundation. It delivered reliable overall performance for everyday use.

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 enabled basic visual applications without separate hardware. Thus, no additional graphics card was needed, which was practical for many users. With 3 MB Level 3 Cache, the chip ensured improved system responsiveness. This contributed noticeably to the general smoothness when working.

We remember that this CPU was a popular choice at the time. Especially in notebooks, it offered a good balance of energy consumption and usable power. Even today, the Intel Core i5-2540M can still be used for simple tasks. Its robust design made it a durable companion for many years. The maximum memory bandwidth of 21 GB/s supported smooth workflows in typical applications.

It stands for a time when solid, everyday performance was paramount.
  • Sandy Bridge H Architecture
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000
  • 3 MB Level 3 Cache
  • 32-Nanometer Manufacturing

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 668 / 834
In segment Notebook
Multi-core performance
Rank 669 / 832
In segment Notebook
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i5-3230M
2C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
565
Intel Core i7-2640M
2C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
563
Intel Core i5-2540M
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
559
Intel Core i5-2520M
2C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
549
Intel Core i5-3210M
2C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
540
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i5-3340M
2C / 4T · 2.70 GHz
1,220
Intel Core i7-3667U
2C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
1,218
Intel Core i5-2540M
2C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
1,216
Intel Core i3-5005U
2C / 4T · 2.00 GHz
1,197
Intel Core i7-2640M
2C / 4T · 2.80 GHz
1,184
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i3-5157U
2C / 4T · 2.50 GHz
620
Intel Core i3-6100U
2C / 4T · 2.30 GHz
617
Intel Core i5-2540M
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
615
Intel Celeron N6210
2C / 2T · 2.60 GHz
614
AMD 3020e
AMD 3020e 100 %
2C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
614
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i3-4110M
2C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
1,427
AMD A8-7600
AMD A8-7600 101 %
4C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
1,426
Intel Core i5-2540M
2C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
1,414
Intel Core i5-4360U
2C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
1,412
AMD A10-7800
AMD A10-7800 100 %
4C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
1,411
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

Intel Core i5-2415M
Intel HD Graphics 3000
250
Intel Core i5-2435M
Intel HD Graphics 3000
250
Intel Core i5-2540M
Intel HD Graphics 3000
250
AMD A6-5400B
AMD Radeon HD 7540D
246
AMD A6-5400K
AMD Radeon HD 7540D
246
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Multi-Core

CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i5-3230M
2C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
735
AMD A10-7850K
4C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
729
Intel Core i5-2540M
2C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
723
Intel Core i5-4310U
2C / 4T · 2.00 GHz
722
Intel Core i7-4500U
2C / 4T · 1.80 GHz
719

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Core i5 (336)
CPU groupIntel Core i 2000M (46)
ArchitectureSandy Bridge H
Technology32 nm
SegmentNotebook
SocketBGA 1023
Generation2
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads2 / 4
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 2x
Frequency: 2.60 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 3.30 GHz
Turbo Frequency (2 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache3.00 MB
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU nameIntel HD Graphics 3000
GPU frequency0.65 - 1.30 GHz
CUs / Shader12 / 96
Raytracing
Max. displays2
Max. GPU Memory2 GB
Technology32 nm
Release dateQ1/2011

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1333
21.3 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory16 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe2.0 x 16
PCIe Bandwidth8.0 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP35 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.100 °C

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Release dateQ1/2011
Release price269 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Core i5-2540M
Intel Core i5-2540M
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