Alternative to SR044: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the SR044 (SR044 - Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core 2.60GHz 5.00GT/s DMI 3MB L3 Cache Socket PPGA988 Notebook Processor) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Intel parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the SR044
| SKU | SR044 |
|---|---|
| Product | SR044 - Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core 2.60GHz 5.00GT/s DMI 3MB L3 Cache Socket PPGA988 Notebook Processor |
| Current price | $143.39 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View SR044 › |
Alternatives to SR044
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
SR049 - Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core 2.60GHz 5.00GT/s DMI 3MB L3 Cache Socket PGA988 Notebook Processor
SKU: SR049
Price: $143.39
FF8062700840102 - Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core 3.10GHz 5.00GT/s DMI 3MB L3 Cache Socket FCPGA10 Notebook Processor
SKU: FF8062700840102
Price: $189.47
FF8062700839209 - Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core 2.60GHz 5.00GT/s DMI 3MB L3 Cache Socket PPGA988 Notebook Processor
SKU: FF8062700839209
Price: $189.47
BX80627I52540M - Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core 2.60GHz 5.00GT/s DMI 3MB L3 Cache Socket PPGA988 Notebook Processor
SKU: BX80627I52540M
Price: $286.21
04W0493 - Lenovo 2.60GHz 5.00GT/s DMI 3MB L3 Cache Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core Mobile Processor
SKU: 04W0493
Price: $181.71
013GG0 - Dell 3.30GhzPGA988 5GT/s 3MB Cache Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core Processor
SKU: 013GG0
Price: $145.54
02RK9X - Dell 3.30GhzPGA988 5GT/s 3MB Cache Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core Processor
SKU: 02RK9X
Price: $145.54
13GG0 - Dell 3.30GhzPGA988 5GT/s 3MB Cache Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core Processor
SKU: 13GG0
Price: $145.54
2RK9X - Dell 3.30GhzPGA988 5GT/s 3MB Cache Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core Processor
SKU: 2RK9X
Price: $145.54
SR05W - Intel Core i3-2130 Dual Core 3.40GHz 5.00GT/s DMI 3MB L3 Cache Socket FCLGA1155 Desktop Processor
SKU: SR05W
Price: $73.68
595585-001 - HP 2.26GHz 2.50GT/s DMI 3MB L3 Cache Socket PGA988 Intel Mobile Core i5-430M Dual-Core Processor
SKU: 595585-001
Price: $82.87
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.