Intel Core i7-7600U vs Intel Core i7-840QM

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Performance
Core i7-7600U
4,57512% of 36,991
Core i7-840QM2% better
4,68613% of 36,991

The Core i7-840QM has 2% better performance than the Core i7-7600U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-7600U
No data available
Core i7-840QM
8.257% of 121.53

The Core i7-840QM has 7% 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 i7-7600U CPU

The Intel Core i7-7600U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i7-7600U is compatible with FCBGA1356 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i7-7600U 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 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-7600U 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 2800.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3900.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-7600U does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-7600U has the 420th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 12.37% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-840QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-840QM 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 $568. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Clarksfield microarchitecture. The i7-840QM is compatible with Intel Socket G1 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 45 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-840QM supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-840QM 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 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-840QM 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 1867.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.2 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 i7-840QM 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 i7-840QM has the 413th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 12.67% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,686 score and $568 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 8.25. This is the 205th 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 i7-7600UCore i7-840QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Series--Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q2 2010
Launch Price (MSRP)--$568
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-7600U
4,57512% of 36,991
Core i7-840QM2% better
4,68613% of 36,991

The Core i7-840QM has 2% better performance than the Core i7-7600U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-7600U is ranked 420th with a score of 4,575, and the Core i7-840QM is ranked 413th with a score of 4,686.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-7600U
No data available
Core i7-840QM
8.257% of 121.53

The Core i7-840QM has 16% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-840QM's 8.25 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 i7-7600U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-7300HQ6,042+32%
Core i3-N3004,983+9%
Core i7-840QM4,686+2%
Core i3-8121U4,597+0%
Ryzen 3 3300U4,587+0%
Core i7-7600U4,575
Core i3-7100H4,559-0%
Core i7-7500U4,538-1%
Core i7-740QM4,450-3%

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 i7-7600U orCore i7-840QM
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-5600U9.65+17%
Core m3-6Y309.62+17%
Core m5-6Y579.54+16%
Core m5-6Y549+9%
Core i7-5650U8.92+8%
Core i7-840QM8.25
Core i7-5550U8.15-1%
Core i7-2960XM7.39-10%
Core i7-820QM7.33-11%
Core i7-2920XM7.22-12%

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 i7-7600UCore i7-840QM
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,575
4,686
(+2.43%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
1,937
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
344
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
161
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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1,006
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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373
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,722
(+91.36%)
1,945
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,032
(+79.51%)
1,132
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 i7-7600UCore i7-840QM
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size14 nm45 nm
Transistors--774 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 i7-7600UCore i7-840QM
Series--Core i7
Microarchitecture--Clarksfield
Codename--Clarksfield
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 i7-7600UCore i7-840QM
Cores24
Threads48
Clock Speed2800.0 MHz1867.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3900.0 MHz3.2 GHz
Base Clock--133 MHz
Multiplier--14.0x
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 i7-7600UCore i7-840QM
L1 Cache128 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 KB
L3 Cache4 MB8 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 i7-7600UCore i7-840QM
SocketFCBGA1356Intel Socket G1
PCI Express--PCIe 2.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W45 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-7600UCore i7-840QM
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, 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.