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Intel Core i7-2630QM vs AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U

Intel
VS
AMD
Performance
Core i7-2630QM3% better
5,933.516% of 36,991
Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U
5,78116% of 36,991

The Core i7-2630QM has 3% better performance than the Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-2630QM
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Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-2630QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-2630QM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2011. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture. The i7-2630QM is compatible with Intel Socket G2 (988B) motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 3000 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i7-2630QM 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 i7-2630QM 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 2000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.9 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 i7-2630QM includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 3000. 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 i7-2630QM has the 385th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.04% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2019. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 5 lineup, which is based on the Zen+ microarchitecture. The PRO 3500U is compatible with AMD Socket FP5 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 12 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 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 Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U 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 2.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 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 Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Vega 8. 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 Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U has the 386th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 15.63% 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 i7-2630QMRyzen 5 PRO 3500U
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2011Q2 2019
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-2630QM3% better
5,933.516% of 36,991
Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U
5,78116% of 36,991

The Core i7-2630QM has 3% better performance than the Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-2630QM is ranked 385th with a score of 5,933.5, and the Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U is ranked 386th with a score of 5,781.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-2630QM
No data available
Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i7-2630QM and the Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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 i7-2630QM or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-6300HQ6,111+3%
Core i5-8350U6,092+3%
Core i5-7300HQ6,042+2%
Ryzen 5 2500U5,973+1%
Core i7-2630QM5,933.5
Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U5,781-3%
Core i5-6440HQ5,773-3%
Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U5,673-4%
Processor N955,661-5%
Core i7-2635QM5,658-5%

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.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

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 i7-2630QMRyzen 5 PRO 3500U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
5,933.5
(+2.64%)
5,781
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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2,638
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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624
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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142
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,380
2,656
(+92.46%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
442
927
(+109.73%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,544
7,019
(+98.05%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,224
1,959
(+60.05%)
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 i7-2630QMRyzen 5 PRO 3500U
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size32 nm12 nm
Transistors1,160 million4,940 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 i7-2630QMRyzen 5 PRO 3500U
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 5
MicroarchitectureSandy BridgeZen+
CodenameSandy BridgePicasso
Memory Support--DDR4
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 i7-2630QMRyzen 5 PRO 3500U
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed2000.0 MHz2.1 GHz
Turbo Clock2.9 GHz3.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier20.0x21.0x
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 i7-2630QMRyzen 5 PRO 3500U
L1 Cache64 KB96 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 i7-2630QMRyzen 5 PRO 3500U
SocketIntel Socket G2 (988B)AMD Socket FP5
PCI Express--PCIe 3.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W15 W
TJ Max100 °C95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-2630QMRyzen 5 PRO 3500U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 3000Radeon Vega 8
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NIMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost

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