CPU
GPU
Core i3-370M
Core i7-640UM
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 i3-370M is positioned at rank 570 and the Core i7-640UM is on rank 1229, so the Core i3-370M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-370M
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-640UM
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-370M | Core i7-640UM |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-370M | Core i7-640UM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i3-370M and Core i7-640UM
Core i3-370M
The Core i3-370M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,170 points. Launch price was $245.
Core i7-640UM
The Core i7-640UM 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 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.27 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800. Passmark benchmark score: 1,168 points. Launch price was $305.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-370M and Core i7-640UM share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-370M versus 2.27 GHz on the Core i7-640UM — a 5.6% clock advantage for the Core i3-370M (base: 2.4 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). Both are built on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture using a 32 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i3-370M scores 1,170 against the Core i7-640UM's 1,168 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i3-370M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 315 vs 226, a 32.9% lead for the Core i3-370M that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 700 vs 590 (17.1% advantage for the Core i3-370M). L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-370M vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-640UM.
| Feature | Core i3-370M | Core i7-640UM |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+6% | 2.27 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+100% | 1.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 4 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Arrandale (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,170 | 1,168 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 315+39% | 226 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 700+19% | 590 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-370M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-640UM uses BGA1288 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: HM55 (Core i3-370M) and HM55,QM57 (Core i7-640UM).
| Feature | Core i3-370M | Core i7-640UM |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | BGA1288 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-370M) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-640UM). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Core i3-370M) and Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) (Core i7-640UM) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-370M targets Mainstream Laptop, Core i7-640UM targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-370M rivals AMD Athlon II P320; Core i7-640UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9600.
| Feature | Core i3-370M | Core i7-640UM |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Mainstream Laptop | Legacy Laptop |
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