Intel Core i7-6770HQ vs Intel Core i7-3630QM

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Performance
Core i7-6770HQ35% better
9,37925% of 36,991
Core i7-3630QM
6,95419% of 36,991

The Core i7-6770HQ has 35% better performance than the Core i7-3630QM for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-6770HQ
No data available
Core i7-3630QM
18.415% of 121.53

The Core i7-3630QM 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 i7-6770HQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-6770HQ is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i7-6770HQ is compatible with FCBGA1440 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i7-6770HQ has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, 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 i7-6770HQ 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 2600.0 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 i7-6770HQ includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580. 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 i7-6770HQ has the 266th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.35% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-3630QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-3630QM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2012 with a suggested retail price of $378. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i7-3630QM 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

The Core i7-3630QM supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-3630QM 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 i7-3630QM 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 2.4 GHz, 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 i7-3630QM 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 & Value

The Core i7-3630QM has the 342nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 18.80% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,954 score and $378 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 18.4. This is the 165th 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 i7-6770HQCore i7-3630QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Series--Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q3 2012
Launch Price (MSRP)--$378
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-6770HQ35% better
9,37925% of 36,991
Core i7-3630QM
6,95419% of 36,991

The Core i7-6770HQ has 35% better performance than the Core i7-3630QM for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-6770HQ is ranked 266th with a score of 9,379, and the Core i7-3630QM is ranked 342nd with a score of 6,954.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-6770HQ
No data available
Core i7-3630QM
18.415% of 121.53

The Core i7-3630QM has 35% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-3630QM's 18.4 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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-1038NG79,402+0%
Core i7-4940MX9,402+0%
Core i7-6770HQ9,379
Xeon E3-1505M v59,332-1%
Core i7-3920XM9,329-1%
Core i7-4700MQ7,360.5-22%
Core i7-4712HQ6,991-25%
Core i7-3630QM6,954-26%
Core i7-8665U6,758-28%
Core i7-8565U6,739-28%

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 i7-6770HQ orCore i7-3630QM
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-3610QM20.33+10%
Core i3-7100H20.26+10%
Core i7-4712MQ19.69+7%
Core i7-4700MQ19.22+4%
Core i7-4712HQ18.49+1%
Core i7-3630QM18.4
Celeron 3865U17.81-3%
Core i7-4702MQ16.62-10%
Core i7-8665U16.52-10%
Core i7-8565U16.48-10%

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 i7-6770HQCore i7-3630QM
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
9,379
(+34.87%)
6,954
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
711
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
134.5
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,901
(+105.1%)
1,902
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,152
(+105.71%)
560
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
7,095
(+38.6%)
5,119
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,953
(+15.77%)
1,687
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 i7-6770HQCore i7-3630QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size14 nm22 nm
Transistors--1,480 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 i7-6770HQCore i7-3630QM
Series--Core i7
Microarchitecture--Ivy Bridge
CodenameSkylakeIvy Bridge
Memory Support--DDR3
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
ECC Memory--No

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 i7-6770HQCore i7-3630QM
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed2600.0 MHz2.4 GHz
Turbo Clock3500.0 MHz3.4 GHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--24.0x
Multiplier Unlocked--No

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 i7-6770HQCore i7-3630QM
L1 Cache256 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB256 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 i7-6770HQCore i7-3630QM
SocketFCBGA1440Intel Socket G2 (988B)
PCI Express--PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W45 W
TJ Max100 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-6770HQCore i7-3630QM
Integrated GraphicsIntel Iris Pro Graphics 580Intel HD 4000
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, 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.