Weekly CPU #8
Intel Core i5 3230M
Here are some things about it:
- Cores/Threads: 2/4
- Base/Boost clock: 2.60GHz/3.20GHz
- Cache: 3MB
- TDP: 35W
- Manufacturing process: 22nm
- Year: 2013
- MSRP: $225
- Socket: PGA988B
- Targeted market: Mobile
- PassMark score: 2569
My rating of it: 7/10
Andres rating: 7.417/10
At the time, a very popular mid-range mobile CPU
Some more info: It supports up to 32GB of Dual Channel DDR3/L/-RS. It has 16 lanes of PCIe gen 3. It has integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000.
Date posted: June 28, 2026
Comment: Why is it so hot here nowww