Intel Core i7-7820HQ vs Intel Core i5-450M

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Performance
Core i7-7820HQ310% better
9,118.525% of 36,991
Core i5-450M
2,2226% of 36,991

The Core i7-7820HQ has 310% better performance than the Core i5-450M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-7820HQ
24.1220% of 121.53
Core i5-450M
No data available

The Core i7-7820HQ has 20% 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 i7-7820HQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-7820HQ is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $378. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-H microarchitecture. The i7-7820HQ is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-7820HQ supports DDR4-2400, DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-7820HQ 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 i7-7820HQ 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 2.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.9 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 i7-7820HQ includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 630. 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 i7-7820HQ has the 274th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 24.65% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 9,118.5 score and $378 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 24.12. This is the 149th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i5-450M CPU

The Intel Core i5-450M is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2010. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Arrandale microarchitecture. The i5-450M is compatible with Intel Socket G1 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-450M supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i5-450M 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 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-450M 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 2.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 2.7 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 Core i5-450M 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 i5-450M has the 594th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.01% 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 i7-7820HQCore i5-450M
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2017Q3 2010
Launch Price (MSRP)$378--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-7820HQ310% better
9,118.525% of 36,991
Core i5-450M
2,2226% of 36,991

The Core i7-7820HQ has 310% better performance than the Core i5-450M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-7820HQ is ranked 274th with a score of 9,118.5, and the Core i5-450M is ranked 594th with a score of 2,222.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-7820HQ
24.1220% of 121.53
Core i5-450M
No data available

The Core i7-7820HQ has 46% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-7820HQ's 24.12 performance per dollar ranks it 149th 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 i7-7820HQ or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-4940MX9,402+3%
Xeon E3-1505M v59,332+2%
Core i7-7820HQ9,118.5
Core i3-N3058,926-2%
Core i7-7700HQ8,833-3%
FX-75002,236.5-75%
A10-4655M2,236-75%
Core i5-450M2,222-76%
Celeron N41002,213-76%
Pentium B9802,203.5-76%

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 i7-7820HQ orCore i5-450M
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-7440HQ26.33+9%
Xeon E-2176M26.06+8%
Core i7-11390H24.89+3%
Core i7-1195G724.5+2%
Core i5-7300HQ24.17+0%
Core i7-7820HQ24.12
Core i7-7700HQ23.37-3%
Core i5-8365U21.53-11%
Xeon E3-1505M v521.5-11%
Core i7-4810MQ21.2-12%

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 i7-7820HQCore i5-450M
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
9,118.5
(+310.37%)
2,222
3DMark Time Spy CPU
3,897.5
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
736
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
163
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,598
(+429.9%)
679
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,198
(+246.24%)
346
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
7,163
(+480%)
1,235
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,120
(+103.45%)
1,042
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 i7-7820HQCore i5-450M
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm32 nm
Transistors--382 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 i7-7820HQCore i5-450M
SeriesCore i7Core i5
MicroarchitectureKaby Lake-HArrandale
CodenameKaby Lake-HArrandale
Memory SupportDDR4-2400, DDR3DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-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 i7-7820HQCore i5-450M
Cores42
Threads84
Clock Speed2.9 GHz2.4 GHz
Turbo Clock3.9 GHz2.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz133 MHz
Multiplier29.0x18.0x
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 i7-7820HQCore i5-450M
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache8 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 i7-7820HQCore i5-450M
SocketIntel BGA 1440Intel Socket G1
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 2.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W35 W
TJ Max100 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-7820HQCore i5-450M
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 630Motherboard Dependent
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TBT 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, Turbo Boost, AES-NI, Smart Cache

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