Intel Core i5-7440HQ vs Intel Core i7-7500U

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Performance
Core i5-7440HQ45% better
6,58318% of 36,991
Core i7-7500U
4,53812% of 36,991

The Core i5-7440HQ has 45% better performance than the Core i7-7500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-7440HQ
26.3322% of 121.53
Core i7-7500U
No data available

The Core i5-7440HQ has 22% 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 i5-7440HQ CPU

The Intel Core i5-7440HQ is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $250. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-H microarchitecture. The i5-7440HQ is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-7440HQ supports DDR4-2400, DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-7440HQ 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 i5-7440HQ 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 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 i5-7440HQ includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 630. 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 i5-7440HQ has the 361st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 17.80% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,583 score and $250 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 26.33. This is the 139th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-7500U CPU

The Intel Core i7-7500U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i7-7500U is compatible with FCBGA1356 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i7-7500U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-7500U 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 2700.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3500.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-7500U does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-7500U has the 422nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 12.27% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

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

InfoCore i5-7440HQCore i7-7500U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2017--
Launch Price (MSRP)$250--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-7440HQ45% better
6,58318% of 36,991
Core i7-7500U
4,53812% of 36,991

The Core i5-7440HQ has 45% better performance than the Core i7-7500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-7440HQ is ranked 361st with a score of 6,583, and the Core i7-7500U is ranked 422nd with a score of 4,538.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-7440HQ
26.3322% of 121.53
Core i7-7500U
No data available

The Core i5-7440HQ has 50% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i5-7440HQ's 26.33 performance per dollar ranks it 139th 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 i5-7440HQ or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-8665U6,758+3%
Core i7-8565U6,739+2%
Core i5-7440HQ6,583
Core i5-8365U6,395-3%
Core i7-4702MQ6,366.5-3%
Core i7-7600U4,575-31%
Core i3-7100H4,559-31%
Core i7-7500U4,538-31%
Core i7-3520M4,466-32%
Core i7-740QM4,450-32%

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 i5-7440HQ orCore i7-7500U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-1038NG729.38+12%
Core i3-N30528.89+10%
Xeon E-2276M27.93+6%
Core i5-8259U26.65+1%
Core i7-7820HK26.51+1%
Core i5-7440HQ26.33
Xeon E-2176M26.06-1%
Core i9-10885H25.7-2%
Core i5-7300HQ24.17-8%
Core i7-7820HQ24.12-8%

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 i5-7440HQCore i7-7500U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,583
(+45.06%)
4,538
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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1,852
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
554
(+62.94%)
340
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
158
(+9.72%)
144
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,073
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,204
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,512
(+50.97%)
3,651
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,078
(+7.78%)
1,928
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.

SpecCore i5-7440HQCore i7-7500U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntel--
Process Size14 nm14 nm

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 i5-7440HQCore i7-7500U
SeriesCore i5--
MicroarchitectureKaby Lake-H--
CodenameKaby Lake-H--
Memory SupportDDR4-2400, DDR3--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

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 i5-7440HQCore i7-7500U
Cores42
Threads44
Clock Speed2.8 GHz2700.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.8 GHz3500.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier28.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedNo--

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 i5-7440HQCore i7-7500U
L1 Cache64 KB128 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache6 MB4 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 i5-7440HQCore i7-7500U
SocketIntel BGA 1440FCBGA1356
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W15 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-7440HQCore i7-7500U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 630--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TBT 2.0--

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