The Intel® Core™ i5 Processor
Smart performance with a speed boost
The Intel® Core™ i5 processor delivers solid performance for everyday applications, plus the ability to increase speed as needed for demanding tasks.
About the Intel® Core™ i5 Processor
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology◊
Automatically speeds up your processor when your PC needs extra performance—that's smart performance with a speed boost. Available in select models of the Intel® Core™ i5 processor-based systems.
Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology◊
Features four-way multi-task processing that allows each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking. You and your PC won't be slowed down, regardless of how many applications you have open at once.
Intel® HD Graphics◊
Intel® HD Graphics provides superb visual performance for sharper images, richer color, and life-like audio and video.◊ Watch movies and Internet videos in high-definition, play popular game titles, and get full support for Microsoft Windows* 7. It's all built in; no need for an extra add-in video card.
Smarter, faster, and now thinner
With an ultra-thin laptop powered by the Intel® Core™ i5 processor, you’ll boost your performance AND your style. With enhanced battery life and an ultra-sleek design, it’s smart computing that looks as good as it performs.
Enjoy broadband Internet all over town with 4G WiMAX
A laptop with an Intel® Core™ processor and 4G WiMAX wireless technology delivers great PC performance with blazing Internet speed that’s four times faster than 3G.◊
Learn more about WiMAX and find out where you can get it
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◊1 Intel® Turbo Boost Technology requires a system with Intel Turbo Boost Technology capability. Consult your PC manufacturer. Performance varies depending on hardware, software, and system configuration. For more information, visit www.intel.com/technology/turboboost/.
◊2 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) requires a computer system with a processor supporting Intel HT Technology and an Intel HT Technology-enabled chipset, BIOS, and operating system. Performance will vary depending on the specific hardware and software you use. Intel HT Technology is not available on the Intel® Core™ i5-750 processor. For more information including details on which processors support Intel HT Technology, see www.intel.com/technology/platform-technology/hyper-threading/.
◊3 Intel® HD Graphics is available on select models of the Intel® Core™ processor family.
◊4 Requires a WiMAX-enabled device and subscription to a WiMAX broadband service. May require purchase of additional software or hardware. WiMAX availability is limited; consult your service provider for details and network limitations. Actual performance will vary depending on your service provider and other variables. See www.intel.com/go/wimax for more information.