CPU Comparison

Core i7-620UE vs Core i7-640LM

A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i7-620UE is an ultra-low voltage, embedded mobile processor launched in early 2010. Part of the Arrandale family, it is designed specifically for long-lifecycle embedded systems, industrial PCs, and compact fanless devices where reliability and low power consumption are paramount. Operating at a mere 18W TDP, it features 2 cores and 4 threads, running at a conservative base clock of 1.067 GHz with the ability to turbo boost up to 2.133 GHz. The processor utilizes a 32nm CPU die paired with a 45nm graphics and memory controller die, integrating Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake). A standout feature of the 'UE' variant is its support for ECC memory, making it suitable for critical embedded applications requiring data integrity. With 4 MB of Smart Cache and support for AES-NI, the 620UE provided a robust, secure, and efficient computing platform for specialized industrial deployments that required x86 architecture in tight thermal constraints.

Intel · Core i7
Core i7-620UE
2C / 4T2.133 GHz18 W
2.5
Full review
Top pick
Intel · Core i7
Core i7-640LM
2C / 4T2.933 GHz25 W
3
Full review

The Bottom Line

Overview & Launch

Brand
Intel
Intel
Market
Mobile (Embedded)
Mobile
Segment
Mobile (Embedded Ultra Low Power)
Mobile (Low Power)
Generation
Core i7 (Arrandale)
Core i7 (Arrandale)
Launched
2010
2010
Status
End-of-life
End-of-life
Codename
Arrandale
Arrandale
Series
Core i7
Core i7
Family
Arrandale
Arrandale
Predecessor
Intel Core 2 Duo (Penryn ULV)
Intel Core 2 Duo (Penryn)
Successor
Intel Core i7-2615UE (Sandy Bridge)
Intel Core i7-2620M (Sandy Bridge)

Specifications Compared

Cores & Clocks
Cores
2
2
Threads
4
4
Base Clock
1.067 GHz
2.133 GHz
Boost Clock
2.133 GHz
2.933 GHz
Cache & Power
L3 Cache
4 MB
4 MB
TDP
18 W
25 W
Architecture
Architecture
Arrandale
Arrandale
Process Node
32nm (CPU) / 45nm (IMC/GPU)
32nm (CPU) / 45nm (IMC/GPU)
Memory
Memory Type
DDR3 (ECC Supported)
DDR3
Memory Speed
DDR3-1066
DDR3-1066
Memory Channels
Dual (2)
Dual (2)
Max Memory
8 GB
8 GB
Platform & I/O
Socket
BGA 1288
BGA 1288
PCIe Version
PCIe 2.0
PCIe 2.0
PCIe Lanes
16
16
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
Unlocked
No
No

Performance Compared

Productivity

Core i7-620UE5

Extremely slow for modern software.

Core i7-640LMBest10

Struggles immensely with modern JavaScript-heavy web pages.

Gaming

Core i7-620UE2

No 3D capabilities.

Core i7-640LMBest5

Integrated Ironlake graphics cannot run any modern games.

Virtualization

Core i7-620UE10

ECC support helps, but lacks cores and speed.

Core i7-640LM10

Technically supports VT-x but lacks the RAM and cores for practical use.

Efficiency

Core i7-620UE15

Good for 2010, obsolete now.

Core i7-640LMBest20

Poor by modern standards, but efficient for its time.

Specialized Performance

AI / ML

Core i7-620UENot Supported
  • No AI capabilities.
Core i7-640LMNot Supported
  • No AI capabilities whatsoever.

Content Creation

Core i7-620UENot Supported
None
Core i7-640LMNot Supported
None (Modern context)

Gaming

Core i7-620UENot Supported
  • Integrated graphics are strictly for display output.
Core i7-640LMNot Supported
  • Ironlake graphics are strictly for display output and legacy 2D/low-end 3D applications.

Industry Impact

Gaming
None
Low
Workstations
Low
Low
Content Creation
None
Low
Virtualization
Moderate (Embedded)
Low

Best CPU by Use Case

Legacy Embedded Systems
Good (Historical)
Industrial Control
Good (Historical)
Modern Web Browsing
Very Poor
Gaming
Not Supported
Video Editing
Not Supported
Word Processing
Acceptable (Legacy)
Web Browsing
Poor (Modern Web)
1080p Video Playback
Good (Legacy)
Modern Gaming
Not Supported
4K Video Editing
Not Supported

Target Audience

Gamers
Content Creators
Developers
Workstation Users
Streamers
Office / Productivity
Targeted
Students
Targeted

Strengths & Weaknesses

Core i7-620UE

Pros

  • Supports ECC memory for data integrity
  • Very low 18W TDP for fanless designs
  • Long embedded lifecycle availability
  • Includes AES-NI and TXT

Cons

  • Extremely low performance
  • Obsolete integrated graphics
  • Soldered to motherboard
  • Difficult to source for consumers
Core i7-640LM

Pros

  • Good performance-per-watt for 2010
  • Included AES-NI for hardware encryption
  • Integrated graphics reduced platform footprint
  • Hyper-Threading improved multitasking

Cons

  • Extremely outdated architecture
  • Integrated graphics are unusable for modern tasks
  • Soldered to motherboard (BGA)
  • Lacks modern instruction sets

Competitors & Alternatives

Core i7-620UE

  • Intel Core i5-520UE

    Embedded Mobile

    Rival
  • AMD Turion II Neo K625

    Mobile ULV

    Rival
  • Intel Atom D510

    Embedded

    Rival
  • Intel Core i7-620UM

    Mobile ULV

    Rival
  • AMD Geode LX

    Legacy Embedded

    Rival
  • Intel Atom x6425E
    Alt

    Modern embedded alternative with vastly better efficiency and performance.

  • AMD Ryzen Embedded V1605B
    Alt

    Modern embedded alternative with ECC and high core counts.

  • Intel Core i7-2615UE
    Alt

    Sandy Bridge embedded successor.

  • Intel N100
    Alt

    Budget modern alternative that obliterates this chip.

  • Raspberry Pi 5
    Alt

    Modern ARM alternative for light embedded tasks.

Core i7-640LM

  • Intel Core 2 Duo SU9600

    Mobile Low Power

    Rival
  • AMD Turion II Neo K625

    Mobile Low Power

    Rival
  • Intel Core i5-430UM

    Mobile Low Power

    Rival
  • Intel Core i7-620UM

    Mobile Ultra Low Power

    Rival
  • AMD Phenom II P920

    Mobile

    Rival
  • Modern low-power mobile alternative with vastly superior efficiency and 8 cores.

    Compare head-to-head
  • AMD Ryzen 3 5300U
    Alt

    Budget modern mobile chip that outperforms it exponentially.

  • Intel Core i7-2620M
    Alt

    The Sandy Bridge successor if looking at historical mobile upgrades.

  • Demonstrates the incredible leap in mobile ARM efficiency over the last decade.

    Compare head-to-head
  • Intel N100
    Alt

    A modern budget chip that crushes this old Core i7 in every metric.

Our Verdict on Each

Core i7-620UESituational

A niche, ultra-low voltage embedded CPU from 2010 with ECC support; completely obsolete for consumer or modern use.

Best for: Repairing legacy industrial equipment

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Core i7-640LMSituational

An innovative low-power CPU for 2010 laptops, but completely obsolete for modern computing tasks.

Best for: Nostalgic retro computing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Core i7-620UE or Core i7-640LM?

Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i7-640LM comes out ahead with a score of 3/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.

Which is faster for gaming, Core i7-620UE or Core i7-640LM?

For gaming, the Core i7-640LM leads with a gaming performance score of 5/100 among Core i7-620UE and Core i7-640LM.

Which uses less power?

The Core i7-620UE has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Core i7-620UE (18 W), Core i7-640LM (25 W).

Do Core i7-620UE and Core i7-640LM use the same socket?

Yes — all of these CPUs use the BGA 1288 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.

Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?

The Core i7-640LM posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core i7-620UE (1,100), Core i7-640LM (1,800). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.