Intel Core i7-2920XM vs AMD Ryzen 7 7730U

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Performance
Core i7-2920XM
7,914.521% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 7730U66% better
13,137.536% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 7730U has 66% better performance than the Core i7-2920XM for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-2920XM
7.226% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 7730U
No data available

The Core i7-2920XM has 6% 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 i7-2920XM CPU

The Intel Core i7-2920XM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2011 with a suggested retail price of $1,096. It is part of Intel's Core i7 Extreme lineup, which is based on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture. The i7-2920XM 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

The Core i7-2920XM supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-2920XM 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 i7-2920XM 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 2.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.5 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-2920XM 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 & Value

The Core i7-2920XM has the 316th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 21.40% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 7,914.5 score and $1,096 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 7.22. This is the 210th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 7730U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 7730U is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 3 microarchitecture. The 7730U is compatible with AMD Socket FP6 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics (Vega 12) integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 7730U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 7730U 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 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 7730U features 8 total cores which can process 16 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 4.5 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 7 7730U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Graphics (Vega 12). 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 7 7730U has the 171st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 35.52% 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 i7-2920XMRyzen 7 7730U
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7 ExtremeRyzen 7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2011Q1 2023
Launch Price (MSRP)$1,096--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-2920XM
7,914.521% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 7730U66% better
13,137.536% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 7730U has 66% better performance than the Core i7-2920XM for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-2920XM is ranked 316th with a score of 7,914.5, and the Ryzen 7 7730U is ranked 171st with a score of 13,137.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-2920XM
7.226% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 7730U
No data available

The Core i7-2920XM has 14% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-2920XM's 7.22 performance per dollar ranks it 210th 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 i7-2920XM or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U13,259+68%
Core i7-1355U13,147.5+66%
Ryzen 7 7730U13,137.5+66%
Core i9-8950HK13,112+66%
Core i7-9750H13,028.5+65%
Core i7-4810MQ8,012+1%
Core i7-4710MQ7,979+1%
Core i7-2920XM7,914.5
Core i7-4800MQ7,896-0%
Core i7-3610QM7,684-3%

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 i7-2920XM orRyzen 7 7730U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-840QM8.25+14%
Core i7-5550U8.15+13%
Core i7-4930MX7.96+10%
Core i7-2960XM7.39+2%
Core i7-820QM7.33+2%
Core i7-2920XM7.22
Core m7-6Y756.82-6%

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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BenchmarkCore i7-2920XMRyzen 7 7730U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
7,914.5
13,137.5
(+65.99%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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6,921.5
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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1,830
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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231
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,395
7,013
(+402.72%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
417
1,960
(+370.02%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
4,418
18,655
(+322.25%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,469
3,064
(+108.58%)
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 i7-2920XMRyzen 7 7730U
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size32 nm7 nm
Transistors1,160 million10,700 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 i7-2920XMRyzen 7 7730U
SeriesCore i7 ExtremeRyzen 7
MicroarchitectureSandy BridgeZen 3
CodenameSandy BridgeBarcelo-R
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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 i7-2920XMRyzen 7 7730U
Cores48
Threads816
Clock Speed2.5 GHz2000.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.5 GHz4.5 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier25.0x20.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

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 i7-2920XMRyzen 7 7730U
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache8 MB16 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 i7-2920XMRyzen 7 7730U
SocketIntel Socket G2 (988B)AMD Socket FP6
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)55 W15 W
TJ Max100 °C95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-2920XMRyzen 7 7730U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 3000Radeon Graphics (Vega 12)
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, 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 2

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