Intel Core i7-740QM vs AMD E1-2500

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Performance
Core i7-740QM520% better
4,45012% of 36,991
E1-2500
717.52% of 36,991

The Core i7-740QM has 520% better performance than the E1-2500 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-740QM
11.7710% of 121.53
E1-2500
No data available

The Core i7-740QM has 10% 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 i7-740QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-740QM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2010 with a suggested retail price of $378. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Clarksfield microarchitecture. The i7-740QM is compatible with Intel Socket G1 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 45 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-740QM supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-740QM 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 i7-740QM 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 1733.0 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 i7-740QM does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i7-740QM has the 424th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 12.03% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,450 score and $378 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 11.77. This is the 184th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD E1-2500 CPU

The AMD E1-2500 is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013. It is part of AMD's E1 lineup, which is based on the Kabini microarchitecture. The E1-2500 is compatible with AMD Socket FT3 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 8240 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The E1-2500 supports DDR3 memory and features a single-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 1 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the E1-2500 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 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The E1-2500 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 1400.0 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 E1-2500 includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 8240. 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 E1-2500 has the 708th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 1.94% 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 i7-740QME1-2500
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7E1
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2010Q2 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)$378--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-740QM520% better
4,45012% of 36,991
E1-2500
717.52% of 36,991

The Core i7-740QM has 520% better performance than the E1-2500 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-740QM is ranked 424th with a score of 4,450, and the E1-2500 is ranked 708th with a score of 717.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-740QM
11.7710% of 121.53
E1-2500
No data available

The Core i7-740QM has 22% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-740QM's 11.77 performance per dollar ranks it 184th 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 i7-740QM or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-840QM4,686+5%
Core i3-7100H4,559+2%
Core i7-740QM4,450
Core i7-5557U4,423-1%
Celeron J40254,284-4%
Celeron N2815871.5-80%
Celeron N2810858-81%
E1-2500717.5-84%
E-450703-84%
E1-6010677.5-85%

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 i7-740QM orE1-2500
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Pentium Silver N500016.27+38%
Core i3-N30016.13+37%
Core i3-8145U15.19+29%
Core i5-5257U12.37+5%
Core i5-5200U11.98+2%
Core i7-740QM11.77
Core i5-5250U11.39-3%
Core i5-5350U11.04-6%
Core i5-5300U10.92-7%
Core i7-720QM10.81-8%

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 i7-740QME1-2500
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,450
(+520.21%)
717.5
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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44
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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27
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
977
(+313.98%)
236
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
352
(+151.43%)
140
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,821
(+205.54%)
596
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,010
(+120.04%)
459
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 i7-740QME1-2500
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size45 nm28 nm
Transistors774 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 i7-740QME1-2500
SeriesCore i7E1
MicroarchitectureClarksfieldKabini
CodenameClarksfieldKabini
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelSingle-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 i7-740QME1-2500
Cores42
Threads82
Clock Speed1733.0 MHz1400.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2.9 GHz--
Base Clock133 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier13.0x14.0x
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 i7-740QME1-2500
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1 MB
L3 Cache6 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 i7-740QME1-2500
SocketIntel Socket G1AMD Socket FT3
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x16PCIe 2.0 x8
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W15 W
Tcase Max--90 °C
TJ Max100 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-740QME1-2500
Integrated Graphics--Radeon HD 8240
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, VT-x, VT-d, NX bit, TXT, TBT 1.0MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AES, F16C, BMI1, AMD64, CnQ, NX bit, AMD-V

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