Intel Core i7-3720QM vs Intel Celeron 3865U

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Performance
Core i7-3720QM331% better
8,21722% of 36,991
Celeron 3865U
1,9065% of 36,991

The Core i7-3720QM has 331% better performance than the Celeron 3865U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-3720QM
No data available
Celeron 3865U
17.8115% of 121.53

The Celeron 3865U has 15% 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 i7-3720QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-3720QM is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2012. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i7-3720QM 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 i7-3720QM 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 i7-3720QM 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 2.6 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.6 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 i7-3720QM 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 i7-3720QM has the 302nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 22.21% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Celeron 3865U CPU

The Intel Celeron 3865U is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $107. It is part of Intel's Celeron lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-U microarchitecture. The 3865U is compatible with Intel BGA 1356 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 610 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Celeron 3865U supports DDR4-2133, DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Celeron 3865U 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 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Celeron 3865U features 2 total cores which can process 2 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. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Celeron 3865U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 610. 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 Celeron 3865U has the 623rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.15% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 1,906 score and $107 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 17.81. This is the 167th 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 i7-3720QMCeleron 3865U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Celeron
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2012Q1 2017
Launch Price (MSRP)--$107
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-3720QM331% better
8,21722% of 36,991
Celeron 3865U
1,9065% of 36,991

The Core i7-3720QM has 331% better performance than the Celeron 3865U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-3720QM is ranked 302nd with a score of 8,217, and the Celeron 3865U is ranked 623rd with a score of 1,906.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-3720QM
No data available
Celeron 3865U
17.8115% of 121.53

The Celeron 3865U has 34% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Celeron 3865U's 17.81 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 i7-3720QM or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-1065G78,479.5+3%
Core i7-4750HQ8,347+2%
Core i7-3720QM8,217
Core i5-8305G8,182-0%
Core i5-8300H8,154-1%
Pentium Silver N50002,619-68%
Core m5-6Y542,529-69%
Celeron 3865U1,906-77%
Celeron J40051,877-77%

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 i7-3720QM orCeleron 3865U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-3610QM20.33+14%
Core i3-7100H20.26+14%
Pentium Gold 5405U19.56+10%
Core i7-4712HQ18.49+4%
Core i7-3630QM18.4+3%
Celeron 3865U17.81
Celeron J400517.54-2%
Core i7-4702MQ16.62-7%
Pentium Silver N500016.27-9%
Core i3-N30016.13-9%

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 i7-3720QMCeleron 3865U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
8,217
(+331.11%)
1,906
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
610
(+329.58%)
142
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
126
(+75%)
72
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
2,041
(+194.52%)
693
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
601
(+52.93%)
393
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,684
(+330.61%)
1,320
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,869
(+80.58%)
1,035
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 i7-3720QMCeleron 3865U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 nm14 nm
Transistors1,400 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 i7-3720QMCeleron 3865U
SeriesCore i7Celeron
MicroarchitectureIvy BridgeKaby Lake-U
CodenameIvy BridgeKaby Lake-U
Memory Support--DDR4-2133, 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 i7-3720QMCeleron 3865U
Cores42
Threads82
Clock Speed2.6 GHz1800.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.6 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier26.0x18.0x
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 i7-3720QMCeleron 3865U
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache6 MB2 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 i7-3720QMCeleron 3865U
SocketIntel Socket G2 (988B)Intel BGA 1356
PCI Express--PCIe 2.0 x10
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W15 W
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-3720QMCeleron 3865U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4000Intel HD Graphics 610
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, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI

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