Intel Core i7-740QM vs Intel Core i5-4200M

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Performance
Core i7-740QM13% better
4,45012% of 36,991
Core i5-4200M
3,93011% of 36,991

The Core i7-740QM has 13% better performance than the Core i5-4200M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-740QM
11.7710% of 121.53
Core i5-4200M
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 Intel Core i5-4200M CPU

The Intel Core i5-4200M is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i5-4200M is compatible with FCPGA946 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 4600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i5-4200M has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-4200M features 2 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 2500.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3100.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-4200M includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 4600. 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 i5-4200M has the 463rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.62% 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 i7-740QMCore i5-4200M
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2010--
Launch Price (MSRP)$378--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-740QM13% better
4,45012% of 36,991
Core i5-4200M
3,93011% of 36,991

The Core i7-740QM has 13% better performance than the Core i5-4200M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-740QM is ranked 424th with a score of 4,450, and the Core i5-4200M is ranked 463rd with a score of 3,930.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-740QM
11.7710% of 121.53
Core i5-4200M
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 i7-720QM3,936-12%
Core i3-7130U3,932-12%
Core i5-4200M3,930-12%
Core i5-5257U3,898-12%
Core i7-5650U3,800-15%

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 orCore i5-4200M
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 i7-740QMCore i5-4200M
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,450
(+13.23%)
3,930
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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297
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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118
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
977
1,684
(+72.36%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
352
854
(+142.61%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,821
2,807
(+54.15%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,010
1,620
(+60.4%)
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 i7-740QMCore i5-4200M
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntel--
Process Size45 nm22 nm
Transistors774 million960 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 i7-740QMCore i5-4200M
SeriesCore i7--
MicroarchitectureClarksfield--
CodenameClarksfieldHaswell
Memory SupportDDR3--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

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 i7-740QMCore i5-4200M
Cores42
Threads84
Clock Speed1733.0 MHz2500.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2.9 GHz3100.0 MHz
Base Clock133 MHz--
Multiplier13.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedNo--

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 i7-740QMCore i5-4200M
L1 Cache64 KB128 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache6 MB3 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 i7-740QMCore i5-4200M
SocketIntel Socket G1FCPGA946
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W37 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-740QMCore i5-4200M
Integrated Graphics--Intel HD Graphics 4600
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, VT-x, VT-d, NX bit, TXT, TBT 1.0--

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