Core i3-2377M vs Atom x7-E3950
Core i3-2377M
Atom x7-E3950
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 Core i3-2377M is positioned at rank 1151 and the Atom x7-E3950 is on rank 480, so the Atom x7-E3950 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2377M
Performance Per Dollar Atom x7-E3950
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-2377M | Atom x7-E3950 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-2377M | Atom x7-E3950 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2377M and Atom x7-E3950
Core i3-2377M
The Core i3-2377M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,850 points. Launch price was $250.
Atom x7-E3950
The Atom x7-E3950 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1296. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,864 points. Launch price was $57.
Processing Power
The Core i3-2377M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom x7-E3950 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Atom x7-E3950 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.5 GHz on the Core i3-2377M versus 2 GHz on the Atom x7-E3950 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Atom x7-E3950 (base: 1.5 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i3-2377M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom x7-E3950 uses Apollo Lake (2014−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2377M scores 1,850 against the Atom x7-E3950's 1,864 — a 0.8% lead for the Atom x7-E3950. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 238 vs 245, a 2.9% lead for the Atom x7-E3950 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2377M vs 0 kB on the Atom x7-E3950.
| Feature | Core i3-2377M | Atom x7-E3950 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.5 GHz | 2 GHz+33% |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 1.6 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB (total)+700% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Apollo Lake (2014−2016) |
| PassMark | 1,850 | 1,864 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 238 | 245+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 546 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-2377M uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom x7-E3950 uses FCBGA1296 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Core i3-2377M versus LPDDR4-2400 on the Atom x7-E3950 — the Atom x7-E3950 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-2377M supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i3-2377M) vs 4 (Atom x7-E3950). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-2377M) vs 6 (Atom x7-E3950) — the Core i3-2377M offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FCBGA1023 (Core i3-2377M) and Apollo Lake (Atom x7-E3950).
| Feature | Core i3-2377M | Atom x7-E3950 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | FCBGA1296 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | LPDDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+167% | 6 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2377M) and HD Graphics 505 (Atom x7-E3950) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i3-2377M | Atom x7-E3950 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | HD Graphics 505 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
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