Core i5-3330S vs Core i7-2675QM

Core i5-3330S

4 Cores4 Thrd77 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2012

Core i7-2675QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-3330S

4 / 4

3,915

+0.1%

3,913

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 i5-3330S is positioned at rank 866 and the Core i7-2675QM is on rank 1070, so the Core i5-3330S 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 i5-3330S

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

18390%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

17377%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

12617%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3801%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

3011%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2634%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1509%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1489%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1356%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1356%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1340%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1304%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1286%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1281%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1269%

#298

Core i9-7960X

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $185

97%

#866

Core i5-3330S

MSRP: $231|Avg: $30

100%

#867

Celeron G465

MSRP: $70|Avg: $37

100%

#868

Athlon II X4 630

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

99%

#869

A6-7400K

MSRP: $101|Avg: $43

98%

#870

Core i7-4765T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $50

98%

#871

Core i7-4770TE

MSRP: $303|Avg: $303

98%

#872

Core i5-4570T

MSRP: $195|Avg: $45

98%

#873

Athlon II X2 260u

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

97%

#875

A4-3420

MSRP: $65|Avg: $30

97%

#876

Core i5-5675R

MSRP: $339|Avg: $392

97%

#877

Pentium G3470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $130

96%

#878

Core i5-3335S

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

96%

#879

Core i5-3470T

MSRP: $184|Avg: $35

96%

#881

Pentium G6960

MSRP: $89|Avg: $15

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2675QM

#1058

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2835%

#1059

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2793%

#1060

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2564%

#1061

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2553%

#1062

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2529%

#1064

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2443%

#1065

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2342%

#1066

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2338%

#1067

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2275%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

100%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

99%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

99%

#1076

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

99%

#1078

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

97%

#1082

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

97%

#1083

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1084

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Core i5-3330S delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core i7-2675QM in both compute-intensive tasks (0.1% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Core i5-3330S	Core i7-2675QM
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Core i5-3330S stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 92% cheaper ($30 vs $378) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Core i5-3330S	Core i7-2675QM
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1161%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)

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 i5-3330S Benchmark Check

Core i7-2675QM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-3330S and Core i7-2675QM

Core i5-3330S

The Core i5-3330S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,915 points. Launch price was $231.

Core i7-2675QM

The Core i7-2675QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1224. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 3,913 points. Launch price was $378.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-3330S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-2675QM's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-3330S versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-2675QM — a 3.2% clock advantage for the Core i5-3330S (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i5-3330S uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i7-2675QM uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-3330S scores 3,915 against the Core i7-2675QM's 3,913 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-3330S. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i5-3330S	Core i7-2675QM
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz+3%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	2.7 GHz+23%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	22 nm-31%	32 nm
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	3,915	3,913

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-3330S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-2675QM uses FCBGA1224 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-3330S	Core i7-2675QM
Socket	LGA1155	FCBGA1224
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	—	16 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-3330S) / VT-x (Core i7-2675QM). The Core i7-2675QM includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Core i5-3330S requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2675QM targets Mobile.