Intel Core i7-740QM vs AMD FX-9830P

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Performance
Core i7-740QM44% better
4,45012% of 36,991
FX-9830P
3,080.58% of 36,991

The Core i7-740QM has 44% better performance than the FX-9830P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-740QM
11.7710% of 121.53
FX-9830P
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 FX-9830P CPU

The AMD FX-9830P is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2016. It is part of AMD's FX lineup, which is based on the Bristol Ridge microarchitecture. The FX-9830P is compatible with AMD Socket FP4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R7 8CU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The FX-9830P supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the FX-9830P has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 320 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 FX-9830P features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 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 FX-9830P includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R7 8CU. 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 FX-9830P has the 518th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.33% 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 i7-740QMFX-9830P
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7FX
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2010Q2 2016
Launch Price (MSRP)$378--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-740QM44% better
4,45012% of 36,991
FX-9830P
3,080.58% of 36,991

The Core i7-740QM has 44% better performance than the FX-9830P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-740QM is ranked 424th with a score of 4,450, and the FX-9830P is ranked 518th with a score of 3,080.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-740QM
11.7710% of 121.53
FX-9830P
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%
Core i5-4200U3,122-30%
Core i7-2657M3,102-30%
FX-9830P3,080.5-31%
Core i5-3427U3,065-31%
Core i5-7Y543,046-32%

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 orFX-9830P
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 i7-740QMFX-9830P
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,450
(+44.46%)
3,080.5
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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301
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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93
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
977
1,526
(+56.19%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
352
609
(+73.01%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,821
3,307
(+81.6%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,010
1,568
(+55.25%)
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 i7-740QMFX-9830P
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size45 nm28 nm
Transistors774 million3,100 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 i7-740QMFX-9830P
SeriesCore i7FX
MicroarchitectureClarksfieldBristol Ridge
CodenameClarksfieldBristol Ridge
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
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 i7-740QMFX-9830P
Cores44
Threads84
Clock Speed1733.0 MHz3.0 GHz
Turbo Clock2.9 GHz3.7 GHz
Base Clock133 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier13.0x30.0x
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 i7-740QMFX-9830P
L1 Cache64 KB320 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 i7-740QMFX-9830P
SocketIntel Socket G1AMD Socket FP4
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x8
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W35 W
TJ Max100 °C90 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-740QMFX-9830P
Integrated Graphics--Radeon R7 8CU
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, SSE4, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4A, AMD64, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, FMA3, FMA4, F16C, TBM, XOP, AMD-V, EVP, Turbo Core

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