Intel Celeron N2840 vs Intel Core i7-720QM

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Performance
Celeron N2840
1,072.53% of 36,991
Core i7-720QM267% better
3,93611% of 36,991

The Core i7-720QM has 267% better performance than the Celeron N2840 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N2840
No data available
Core i7-720QM
10.819% of 121.53

The Core i7-720QM has 9% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Celeron N2840 CPU

The Intel Celeron N2840 is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2014. It is part of Intel's Celeron lineup, which is based on the Bay Trail microarchitecture. The N2840 is compatible with Intel BGA 1170 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the HD Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Celeron N2840 supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Celeron N2840 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 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Celeron N2840 features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 2.6 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 N2840 includes an integrated graphics solution called HD Graphics. 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

The Celeron N2840 has the 698th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 2.90% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

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 N2840Core i7-720QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCeleronCore i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2014Q3 2009
Launch Price (MSRP)--$364
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Celeron N2840
1,072.53% of 36,991
Core i7-720QM267% better
3,93611% of 36,991

The Core i7-720QM has 267% better performance than the Celeron N2840 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Celeron N2840 is ranked 698th with a score of 1,072.5, and the Core i7-720QM is ranked 461st with a score of 3,936.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N2840
No data available
Core i7-720QM
10.819% of 121.53

The Core i7-720QM has 20% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-720QM's 10.81 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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 N2840 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-5500U4,008+274%
Core i7-820QM4,002+273%
Core i7-720QM3,936+267%
Core i5-5257U3,898+263%
Core i7-5650U3,800+254%
A6 Pro-7050B1,133+6%
Atom x5-Z83001,123.5+5%
Celeron N28401,072.5
Celeron N28301,027-4%
A4-4355M994-7%

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 N2840 orCore i7-720QM
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-5200U11.98+11%
Core i7-740QM11.77+9%
Core i5-5250U11.39+5%
Core i5-5350U11.04+2%
Core i5-5300U10.92+1%
Core i7-720QM10.81
Core i5-L16G710.73-1%
Core i3-5010U10.68-1%
Core i7-5557U10.38-4%
Core i7-5500U10.2-6%

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 N2840Core i7-720QM
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,072.5
3,936
(+266.99%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
76
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
38
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
297
843
(+183.84%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
178
302
(+69.66%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
587
1,657
(+182.28%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
671
928
(+38.3%)
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 N2840Core i7-720QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 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 N2840Core i7-720QM
SeriesCeleronCore i7
MicroarchitectureBay TrailClarksfield
CodenameBay Trail-MClarksfield
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
Memory Channels--Dual-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 N2840Core i7-720QM
Cores24
Threads28
Clock Speed2.2 GHz1600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2.6 GHz2.8 GHz
Base Clock--133 MHz
Multiplier--12.0x
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 N2840Core i7-720QM
L1 Cache56 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 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 N2840Core i7-720QM
SocketIntel BGA 1170Intel Socket G1
PCI Express--PCIe 2.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)7 W45 W
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCeleron N2840Core i7-720QM
Integrated GraphicsHD Graphics--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, EIST, XD bit, BPT, NXMMX, 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.