Core i5-560M vs Core i3-3130M

Core i5-560M

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2010

Core i3-3130M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-560M

2 / 4

1,894

0.0%

Celeron Dual-Core T1700

1,906

+0.6%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i5-560M is positioned at rank 1121 and the Core i3-3130M is on rank 22, so the Core i3-3130M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-560M

#1109

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3485%

#1110

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3433%

#1111

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3152%

#1112

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3138%

#1113

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3109%

#1115

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3002%

#1116

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2879%

#1117

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2874%

#1118

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2797%

#1121

Core i5-560M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#1122

Pentium U5600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

#1123

Core m5-6Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1125

Core i7-610E

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

98%

#1126

Core i5-5350U

MSRP: $315|Avg: N/A

98%

#1127

Core i3-4100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

98%

#1128

Core i7-3520M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

98%

#1129

Pentium Dual Core T4300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $99

98%

#1130

Core i3-2310E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $20

97%

#1131

Core i5-2510E

MSRP: $230|Avg: $30

97%

#1132

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1133

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

96%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

92%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3130M

#10

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

154%

#11

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

152%

#12

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

139%

#13

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

139%

#14

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

137%

#16

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

133%

#17

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

127%

#18

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

127%

#19

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

124%

#22

Core i3-3130M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#23

Core 2 Duo T5550

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $5

96%

#24

Core 2 Duo T7100

MSRP: $197|Avg: $15

95%

#27

Pentium 2030M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

92%

#28

Core 2 Duo T5750

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $8

91%

#29

Core 2 Duo T7200

MSRP: $286|Avg: $6

90%

#30

Core i5-3230M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $13

90%

#31

Atom D525

MSRP: $63|Avg: N/A

90%

#32

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

89%

#33

Core 2 Duo P8400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i5-560M leads in gaming performance. However, the Core i3-3130M is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.6% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Core i5-560M	Core i3-3130M
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Core i3-3130M stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 0% cheaper ($225 vs $225) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Core i5-560M	Core i3-3130M
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i5-560M Benchmark Check

Core i3-3130M Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-560M and Core i3-3130M

Core i5-560M

The Core i5-560M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,894 points. Launch price was $225.

Core i3-3130M

The Core i3-3130M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,906 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-560M and Core i3-3130M share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-560M versus 2.6 GHz on the Core i3-3130M — a 20.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-560M (base: 2.66 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i5-560M uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-3130M uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-560M scores 1,894 against the Core i3-3130M's 1,906 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-3130M. Both processors carry 3 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i5-560M	Core i3-3130M
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz+23%	2.6 GHz
Base Clock	2.66 GHz+2%	2.6 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	32 nm	22 nm-31%
Architecture	Arrandale (2010−2011)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	1,894	1,906
Geekbench 6 Single	450	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	950	—

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the PGA988 socket with PCIe 2.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Core i5-560M versus 1600 on the Core i3-3130M — the Core i3-3130M supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-3130M supports up to 32 of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM55,HM57,PM55,QM57 (Core i5-560M) and HM75,HM76,HM77,QM77,QS77 (Core i3-3130M).

Feature	Core i5-560M	Core i3-3130M
Socket	PGA988	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1066	1600+53233%
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB+26214300%	32
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-560M) vs true (Core i3-3130M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) (Core i5-560M) and Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i3-3130M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-560M targets Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-560M rivals AMD Turion II Ultra M660; Core i3-3130M rivals AMD A8-4500M.

Feature	Core i5-560M	Core i3-3130M
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel HD Graphics (Westmere)	Intel HD Graphics 4000
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	true
Target Use	Laptop	—