Intel Core i7-820QM vs AMD FX-7600P

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Performance
Core i7-820QM62% better
4,00211% of 36,991
FX-7600P
2,4677% of 36,991

The Core i7-820QM has 62% better performance than the FX-7600P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-820QM
7.336% of 121.53
FX-7600P
No data available

The Core i7-820QM has 6% 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 i7-820QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-820QM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2009 with a suggested retail price of $546. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Clarksfield microarchitecture. The i7-820QM is compatible with Intel Socket G1 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 45 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-820QM supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-820QM 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 i7-820QM 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 3.1 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 i7-820QM 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 i7-820QM has the 452nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.82% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,002 score and $546 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 7.33. This is the 209th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD FX-7600P CPU

The AMD FX-7600P is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2014. It is part of AMD's FX lineup, which is based on the Kaveri microarchitecture. The FX-7600P 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-7600P supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the FX-7600P has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The FX-7600P 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 2.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.6 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-7600P 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-7600P has the 570th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.67% 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 i7-820QMFX-7600P
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7FX
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ3 2009Q2 2014
Launch Price (MSRP)$546--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-820QM62% better
4,00211% of 36,991
FX-7600P
2,4677% of 36,991

The Core i7-820QM has 62% better performance than the FX-7600P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-820QM is ranked 452nd with a score of 4,002, and the FX-7600P is ranked 570th with a score of 2,467.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-820QM
7.336% of 121.53
FX-7600P
No data available

The Core i7-820QM has 14% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-820QM's 7.33 performance per dollar ranks it 209th 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 i7-820QM or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i3-8145U4,267.5+7%
Core i7-5500U4,008+0%
Core i7-820QM4,002
Core i7-720QM3,936-2%
Core i5-5257U3,898-3%
Core i3-4005U2,507-37%
A8-5550M2,503-37%
FX-7600P2,467-38%
A8-3520M2,452-39%
Core i5-4202Y2,441-39%

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 i7-820QM orFX-7600P
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core m5-6Y549+23%
Core i7-5650U8.92+22%
Core i7-840QM8.25+13%
Core i7-5550U8.15+11%
Core i7-2960XM7.39+1%
Core i7-820QM7.33
Core i7-2920XM7.22-1%
Core m7-6Y756.82-7%

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 i7-820QMFX-7600P
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,002
(+62.22%)
2,467
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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1,243
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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228
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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75
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
977
(+14.4%)
854
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
387
(+2.11%)
379
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,774
2,611
(+47.18%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,022
1,265
(+23.78%)
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 i7-820QMFX-7600P
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size45 nm28 nm
Transistors774 million2,410 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 i7-820QMFX-7600P
SeriesCore i7FX
MicroarchitectureClarksfieldKaveri
CodenameClarksfieldKaveri
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
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 i7-820QMFX-7600P
Cores44
Threads84
Clock Speed1733.0 MHz2.7 GHz
Turbo Clock3.1 GHz3.6 GHz
Base Clock133 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier13.0x27.0x
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 i7-820QMFX-7600P
L1 Cache64 KB256 KB
L2 Cache256 KB2 MB
L3 Cache8 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 i7-820QMFX-7600P
SocketIntel Socket G1AMD Socket FP4
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x8
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 i7-820QMFX-7600P
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, BMI1, 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.