Intel Core i7-3632QM vs Intel Core i5-8250U

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Performance
Core i7-3632QM2% better
6,41017% of 36,991
Core i5-8250U
6,27617% of 36,991

The Core i7-3632QM has 2% better performance than the Core i5-8250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-3632QM
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Core i5-8250U
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-3632QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-3632QM is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2012. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i7-3632QM is compatible with Intel Socket G2 (988B) 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 i7-3632QM 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 i7-3632QM 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 2.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.2 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 i7-3632QM 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 i7-3632QM has the 368th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 17.33% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i5-8250U CPU

The Intel Core i5-8250U is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2017. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-U Refresh microarchitecture. The i5-8250U is compatible with Intel BGA 1356 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-8250U supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i5-8250U 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 i5-8250U 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 1600.0 MHz, 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 i5-8250U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD 620. 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 i5-8250U has the 375th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.97% 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 i7-3632QMCore i5-8250U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ4 2012Q3 2017
Production Status--Active
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-3632QM2% better
6,41017% of 36,991
Core i5-8250U
6,27617% of 36,991

The Core i7-3632QM has 2% better performance than the Core i5-8250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-3632QM is ranked 368th with a score of 6,410, and the Core i5-8250U is ranked 375th with a score of 6,276.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-3632QM
No data available
Core i5-8250U
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i7-3632QM and the Core i5-8250U 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 i7-3632QM or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-2670QM6,490+1%
Ryzen 3 4300U6,487+1%
Core i7-3632QM6,410
Ryzen 5 3500U6,402.5-0%
Ryzen 5 3450U6,400-0%
Core i7-3612QM6,388.5-0%
Core i7-4702MQ6,366.5-1%
Core i5-8250U6,276-2%
Core i5-1140G76,257-2%
Core i5-10200H6,233-3%

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.

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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 i7-3632QMCore i5-8250U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,410
(+2.14%)
6,276
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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2,663
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
521
562
(+7.87%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
113
143
(+26.55%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,684
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
501
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
4,695
5,879
(+25.22%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,583
1,909
(+20.59%)
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 i7-3632QMCore i5-8250U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 nm14 nm
Transistors1,480 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 i7-3632QMCore i5-8250U
SeriesCore i7Core i5
MicroarchitectureIvy BridgeKaby Lake-U Refresh
CodenameIvy BridgeKaby Lake-R
Memory Support--DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-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 i7-3632QMCore i5-8250U
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed2.2 GHz1600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.2 GHz3.4 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier22.0x16.0x
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 i7-3632QMCore i5-8250U
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache6 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 i7-3632QMCore i5-8250U
SocketIntel Socket G2 (988B)Intel BGA 1356
Thermal Design Power (TDP)35 W15 W
Tcase Max--72 °C
TJ Max105 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-3632QMCore i5-8250U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4000UHD 620
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, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0

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