Celeron 3867U vs Core i7-620LM

Celeron 3867U

2 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2019

Core i7-620LM

2 Cores4 Thrd25 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2010

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron 3867U

2 / 2

1,449

0.0%

1,463

+1.0%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Celeron 3867U is positioned at rank 132 and the Core i7-620LM is on rank 1208, so the Celeron 3867U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 3867U

#36

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

96%

#120

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

304%

#121

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

299%

#122

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

275%

#123

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

273%

#124

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

271%

#126

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

262%

#127

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

251%

#128

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

251%

#129

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

244%

#132

Celeron 3867U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

98%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

98%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

97%

#147

Atom N2800

MSRP: $47|Avg: $3

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-620LM

#1196

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

6012%

#1197

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

5924%

#1198

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

5439%

#1199

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

5414%

#1200

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

5364%

#1202

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

5180%

#1203

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

4967%

#1204

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

4959%

#1205

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

4826%

#1208

Core i7-620LM

MSRP: $300|Avg: N/A

100%

#1209

Core i7-740QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1211

Core 2 Solo SU3300

MSRP: $262|Avg: $50

98%

#1212

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

97%

#1213

Celeron U3600

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

95%

#1216

Core 2 Quad Q9000

MSRP: $348|Avg: $15

94%

#1217

Core i5-2537M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

94%

#1218

Core i7-720QM

MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A

93%

#1219

Pentium U5400

MSRP: $289|Avg: $214

91%

#1220

Pentium T2330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $7

91%

#1221

Z-01

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

88%

#1222

Pentium T2310

MSRP: $150|Avg: $14

85%

#1223

Celeron SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron 3867U (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron 3867U	Core i7-620LM
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($300)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-620LM (2010) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron 3867U	Core i7-620LM
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($300)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Celeron 3867U Benchmark Check

Core i7-620LM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 3867U and Core i7-620LM

Celeron 3867U

The Celeron 3867U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,449 points. Launch price was $107.

Core i7-620LM

The Core i7-620LM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 1,463 points. Launch price was $300.

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Processing Power

The Celeron 3867U packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i7-620LM's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 3867U versus 2.8 GHz on the Core i7-620LM — a 43.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-620LM (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Celeron 3867U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-620LM uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 3867U scores 1,449 against the Core i7-620LM's 1,463 — a 1% lead for the Core i7-620LM. L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron 3867U vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-620LM.

Feature	Celeron 3867U	Core i7-620LM
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	1.8 GHz	2.8 GHz+56%
Base Clock	1.8 GHz	2 GHz+11%
L3 Cache	2 MB	4 MB (total)+100%
L2 Cache	512 kB+100%	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm-56%	32 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Arrandale (2010−2011)
PassMark	1,449	1,463
Geekbench 6 Single	—	450
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	900

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron 3867U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-620LM uses BGA1288 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2133 on the Celeron 3867U versus DDR3-1066 on the Core i7-620LM — the Celeron 3867U supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 3867U supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Celeron 3867U) vs 16 (Core i7-620LM) — the Core i7-620LM offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Kaby Lake-U (Celeron 3867U) and QM57,HM55 (Core i7-620LM).

Feature	Celeron 3867U	Core i7-620LM
Socket	BGA1356	BGA1288
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2133+33%	DDR3-1066
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB+300%	8 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	12	16+33%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 610 (Celeron 3867U) and Intel HD Graphics (Core i7-620LM) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 3867U targets Budget, Core i7-620LM targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 3867U rivals Pentium Gold 4417U; Core i7-620LM rivals Ryzen 5 3500U.