Intel Core i3-5010U vs Intel Core i7-4700MQ

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Performance
Core i3-5010U
3,0028% of 36,991
Core i7-4700MQ145% better
7,360.520% of 36,991

The Core i7-4700MQ has 145% better performance than the Core i3-5010U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-5010U
10.689% of 121.53
Core i7-4700MQ80% better
19.2216% of 121.53

The Core i7-4700MQ has 80% better value for the money than the Core i3-5010U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i3-5010U CPU

The Intel Core i3-5010U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2015 with a suggested retail price of $281. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-U microarchitecture. The i3-5010U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 5500 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-5010U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-5010U 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 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-5010U features 2 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 2.1 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-5010U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 5500. 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 Core i3-5010U has the 524th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.12% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 3,002 score and $281 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 10.68. This is the 190th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-4700MQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-4700MQ is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013 with a suggested retail price of $383. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4700MQ is compatible with Intel Socket G3 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-4700MQ supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4700MQ 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 i7-4700MQ 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 2.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.4 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 i7-4700MQ includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4600. 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 Core i7-4700MQ has the 333rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 19.90% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 7,360.5 score and $383 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 19.22. This is the 162nd 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.

InfoCore i3-5010UCore i7-4700MQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i3Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2015Q2 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)$281$383
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i3-5010U
3,0028% of 36,991
Core i7-4700MQ145% better
7,360.520% of 36,991

The Core i7-4700MQ has 145% better performance than the Core i3-5010U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i3-5010U is ranked 524th with a score of 3,002, and the Core i7-4700MQ is ranked 333rd with a score of 7,360.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-5010U
10.689% of 121.53
Core i7-4700MQ80% better
19.2216% of 121.53

The Core i7-4700MQ has 80% better value for the money than the Core i3-5010U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i3-5010U is ranked 190th with a performance per dollar of 10.68, and the Core i7-4700MQ is ranked 162nd with a performance per dollar of 19.22.

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:Core i3-5010U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-3610QM7,684+156%
Core i7-4712MQ7,443+148%
Core i7-4700MQ7,360.5+145%
Core i7-4712HQ6,991+133%
Core i7-3630QM6,954+132%
Pentium Gold 5405U3,148.5+5%
Core i5-L16G73,015+0%
Core i3-5010U3,002
Core i3-5015U2,715-10%
Core i3-5005U2,711-10%

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:Core i3-5010U or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i3-7100H20.26+90%
Core i7-4712MQ19.69+84%
Core i7-4700MQ19.22+80%
Core i7-4712HQ18.49+73%
Core i7-3630QM18.4+72%
Core i7-720QM10.81+1%
Core i5-L16G710.73+0%
Core i3-5010U10.68
Core i7-5557U10.38-3%
Core i7-5500U10.2-5%

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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BenchmarkCore i3-5010UCore i7-4700MQ
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,002
7,360.5
(+145.19%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
1,199
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
218
631
(+189.45%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
85
132
(+55.29%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,321
3,063
(+131.87%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
649
1,015
(+56.39%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,192
5,348
(+143.98%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,232
1,760
(+42.86%)
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.

SpecCore i3-5010UCore i7-4700MQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm22 nm
Transistors1,300 million1,400 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.

SpecCore i3-5010UCore i7-4700MQ
SeriesCore i3Core i7
MicroarchitectureBroadwell-UHaswell
CodenameBroadwell-UHaswell
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
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.

SpecCore i3-5010UCore i7-4700MQ
Cores24
Threads48
Clock Speed2.1 GHz2.4 GHz
Turbo Clock--3.4 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier21.0x24.0x
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.

SpecCore i3-5010UCore i7-4700MQ
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache3 MB6 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.

SpecCore i3-5010UCore i7-4700MQ
SocketIntel BGA 1168Intel Socket G3
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x12PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W47 W
Tcase Max105 °C100 °C
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i3-5010UCore i7-4700MQ
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 5500Intel HD 4600
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-x, Smart Cache, ADX, RDSEED, PREFETCHW, HTTMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI, TXT, TSX, CLMUL, FMA3

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