Intel Core i5-3427U vs Intel Core i7-4900MQ

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Performance
Core i5-3427U
3,0658% of 36,991
Core i7-4900MQ177% better
8,49023% of 36,991

The Core i7-4900MQ has 177% better performance than the Core i5-3427U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-3427U
No data available
Core i7-4900MQ
14.8912% of 121.53

The Core i7-4900MQ has 12% 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 Core i5-3427U CPU

The Intel Core i5-3427U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2012. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i5-3427U is compatible with Intel BGA 1023 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4000 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i5-3427U 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 i5-3427U 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 1800.0 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 i5-3427U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4000. 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 Core i5-3427U has the 519th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.29% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-4900MQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-4900MQ 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 $570. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4900MQ 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 i7-4900MQ supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4900MQ 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 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-4900MQ 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 2.8 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.8 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 i7-4900MQ 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 i7-4900MQ has the 296th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 22.95% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,490 score and $570 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 14.89. This is the 180th 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 i5-3427UCore i7-4900MQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2012Q2 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)--$570
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-3427U
3,0658% of 36,991
Core i7-4900MQ177% better
8,49023% of 36,991

The Core i7-4900MQ has 177% better performance than the Core i5-3427U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-3427U is ranked 519th with a score of 3,065, and the Core i7-4900MQ is ranked 296th with a score of 8,490.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-3427U
No data available
Core i7-4900MQ
14.8912% of 121.53

The Core i7-4900MQ has 28% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-4900MQ's 14.89 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:Core i5-3427U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-4910MQ8,706+184%
Core i5-8259U8,528.5+178%
Core i7-4900MQ8,490+177%
Core i7-2960XM8,098+164%
Core i7-4810MQ8,012+161%
Core i7-2657M3,102+1%
FX-9830P3,080.5+1%
Core i5-3427U3,065
Core i5-7Y543,046-1%
Pentium Gold 4415U3,024.5-1%

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:Core i5-3427U orCore i7-4900MQ
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-8565U16.48+11%
Core i3-N30016.13+8%
Xeon E3-1535M v515.84+6%
Core i7-4910MQ15.27+3%
Core i3-8145U15.19+2%
Core i7-4900MQ14.89
Core i5-5257U12.37-17%
Core i5-5350U11.04-26%
Core i7-5557U10.38-30%
Core i7-5600U9.65-35%

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 i5-3427UCore i7-4900MQ
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,065
8,490
(+177%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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641
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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145
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
875
3,339
(+281.6%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
426
1,095
(+157.04%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,258
6,098
(+170.06%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,362
1,986
(+45.81%)
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 i5-3427UCore i7-4900MQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 nm22 nm
Transistors--1,400 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 i5-3427UCore i7-4900MQ
SeriesCore i5Core i7
MicroarchitectureIvy BridgeHaswell
CodenameIvy BridgeHaswell
Memory Support--DDR3
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 i5-3427UCore i7-4900MQ
Cores24
Threads48
Clock Speed1800.0 MHz2.8 GHz
Turbo Clock2.8 GHz3.8 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier18.0x28.0x
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 i5-3427UCore i7-4900MQ
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache3 MB8 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 i5-3427UCore i7-4900MQ
SocketIntel BGA 1023Intel Socket G3
PCI Express--PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)17 W47 W
Tcase Max--100 °C
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-3427UCore i7-4900MQ
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4000Intel HD 4600
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, TXT, AES-NIMMX, 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.