Intel Celeron J4125 vs Intel Core i7-720QM

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Performance
Celeron J4125
2,7067% of 36,991
Core i7-720QM45% better
3,93611% of 36,991

The Core i7-720QM has 45% better performance than the Celeron J4125 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Celeron J4125134% better
25.2921% of 121.53
Core i7-720QM
10.819% of 121.53

The Celeron J4125 has 134% better value for the money than the Core i7-720QM for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Celeron J4125 CPU

The Intel Celeron J4125 is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2019 with a suggested retail price of $107. It is part of Intel's Celeron lineup, which is based on the Goldmont Plus microarchitecture. The J4125 is compatible with Intel BGA 1090 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Celeron J4125 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Celeron J4125 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 56 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 4 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Celeron J4125 features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Celeron J4125 includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 600. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Celeron J4125 has the 547th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.32% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 2,706 score and $107 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 25.29. This is the 144th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-720QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-720QM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2009 with a suggested retail price of $364. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Clarksfield microarchitecture. The i7-720QM is compatible with Intel Socket G1 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 45 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-720QM supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-720QM has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-720QM features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.8 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-720QM does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i7-720QM has the 461st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.64% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 3,936 score and $364 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 10.81. This is the 188th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCeleron J4125Core i7-720QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCeleronCore i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ4 2019Q3 2009
Launch Price (MSRP)$107$364
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Celeron J4125
2,7067% of 36,991
Core i7-720QM45% better
3,93611% of 36,991

The Core i7-720QM has 45% better performance than the Celeron J4125 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Celeron J4125 is ranked 547th with a score of 2,706, and the Core i7-720QM is ranked 461st with a score of 3,936.

Performance per dollar
Celeron J4125134% better
25.2921% of 121.53
Core i7-720QM
10.819% of 121.53

The Celeron J4125 has 134% better value for the money than the Core i7-720QM for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Celeron J4125 is ranked 144th with a performance per dollar of 25.29, and the Core i7-720QM is ranked 188th with a performance per dollar of 10.81.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Celeron J4125 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-5500U4,008+48%
Core i7-820QM4,002+48%
Core i7-720QM3,936+45%
Core i5-5257U3,898+44%
Core i7-5650U3,800+40%
Core i3-5015U2,715+0%
Core i3-5005U2,711+0%
Celeron J41252,706
Core m3-6Y302,704-0%
Core m5-6Y572,681-1%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Celeron J4125 or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-7440HQ26.33+4%
Xeon E-2176M26.06+3%
Celeron J412525.29
Core i7-11390H24.89-2%
Core i7-1195G724.5-3%
Core i5-5350U11.04-56%
Core i5-5300U10.92-57%
Core i7-720QM10.81-57%
Core i5-L16G710.73-58%
Core i3-5010U10.68-58%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCeleron J4125Core i7-720QM
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,706
3,936
(+45.45%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
984
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
243
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
75.3
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
962
(+14.12%)
843
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
346
(+14.57%)
302
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,958
(+78.52%)
1,657
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,162
(+25.22%)
928
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCeleron J4125Core i7-720QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm45 nm
Transistors--774 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCeleron J4125Core i7-720QM
SeriesCeleronCore i7
MicroarchitectureGoldmont PlusClarksfield
CodenameGemini LakeClarksfield
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCeleron J4125Core i7-720QM
Cores44
Threads48
Clock Speed2000.0 MHz1600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2.7 GHz2.8 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz133 MHz
Multiplier20.0x12.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCeleron J4125Core i7-720QM
L1 Cache56 KB64 KB
L2 Cache4 MB256 KB
L3 Cache--6 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCeleron J4125Core i7-720QM
SocketIntel BGA 1090Intel Socket G1
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x6PCIe 2.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)10 W45 W
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCeleron J4125Core i7-720QM
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 600--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AES-NI, SHA, F16C, EM64T, VT-x, VT-d, EPT, EIST, XD-bit, SGXMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, VT-x, VT-d, NX bit, TXT, TBT 1.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.