Core i3-3245 vs Core i7-3517UE

CPU

GPU

Core i3-3245

2 Cores4 Thrd55 WW2013

Core i7-3517UE

2 Cores4 Thrd17 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-3245

2 / 4

2,412

+1.2%

2,384

0.0%

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 Core i3-3245 is positioned at rank 794 and the Core i7-3517UE is on rank 1154, so the Core i3-3245 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 Core i3-3245

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

15508%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

14654%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

10640%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3205%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2539%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2221%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1272%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1256%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1143%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1143%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1130%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1100%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1084%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1080%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1070%

#294

Core i9-7920X

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $236

98%

#394

Ryzen 3 2200GE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

98%

#794

Core i3-3245

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

100%

#796

FX-4170

MSRP: $157|Avg: $23

99%

#798

Athlon II X3 415e

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

98%

#799

Core i5-2300

MSRP: $177|Avg: $17

98%

#800

Core i7-4820K

MSRP: $332|Avg: $40

98%

#802

Core i7-3770K

MSRP: $332|Avg: $75

97%

#803

Core i5-4460T

MSRP: $187|Avg: $30

97%

#804

Core i3-3220

MSRP: $117|Avg: $88

97%

#805

Core i7-3770T

MSRP: $278|Avg: $105

97%

#807

Pentium G645T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

96%

#808

Pentium G620

MSRP: $64|Avg: $12

96%

#809

Core i5-7442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3517UE

#1142

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4064%

#1143

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4004%

#1144

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3676%

#1145

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3659%

#1146

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3626%

#1148

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3501%

#1149

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3357%

#1150

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3352%

#1151

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3262%

#1154

Core i7-3517UE

MSRP: $330|Avg: $35

100%

#1155

Core M-5Y51

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1156

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

100%

#1157

Core i3-330E

MSRP: $177|Avg: $89

99%

#1159

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

98%

#1160

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1162

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

97%

#1164

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

95%

#1165

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

94%

#1166

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

94%

#1167

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

94%

#1168

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i7-3517UE leads in gaming performance. However, the Core i3-3245 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 1.2% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Core i3-3245	Core i7-3517UE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($35)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Core i7-3517UE stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 30% cheaper ($35 vs $50) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Core i3-3245	Core i7-3517UE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+41%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($35)

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.

Core i3-3245 Benchmark Check

Core i7-3517UE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-3245 and Core i7-3517UE

Core i3-3245

The Core i3-3245 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2013 (12 years ago). It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,412 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i7-3517UE

The Core i7-3517UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 2,384 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i3-3245 and Core i7-3517UE share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. The Core i7-3517UE is built on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-3245 scores 2,412 against the Core i7-3517UE's 2,384 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i3-3245. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-3245 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-3517UE.

Feature	Core i3-3245	Core i7-3517UE
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	—	2.8 GHz
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+100%	1.7 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB Intel® Smart Cache	4 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	—	256 kB (per core)
Process	22 nm	22 nm
Architecture	—	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	2,412+1%	2,384

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-3245 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3517UE uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i3-3245	Core i7-3517UE
Socket	LGA1155	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x (Core i3-3245) / not specified (Core i7-3517UE). The Core i3-3245 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Core i7-3517UE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3245 targets Desktop.

Feature	Core i3-3245	Core i7-3517UE
Integrated GPU	Yes	—
IGPU Model	HD Graphics 4000	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x	—
Target Use	Desktop	—

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Value Analysis

The Core i3-3245 launched at $120 MSRP, while the Core i7-3517UE debuted at $330. At current prices ($50 vs $35), the Core i7-3517UE is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-3245 delivers 48.2 pts/$ vs 68.1 pts/$ for the Core i7-3517UE — making the Core i7-3517UE the 34.2% better value option.