Core i5-3340S vs Core i7-2720QM

Core i5-3340S

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2013

Core i7-2720QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-3340S

4 / 4

3,962

0.0%

4,015

+1.3%

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 i5-3340S is positioned at rank 754 and the Core i7-2720QM is on rank 1062, so the Core i5-3340S 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 i5-3340S

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14319%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

13530%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

9824%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2959%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2344%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2051%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1175%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1159%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1055%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1055%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1044%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1015%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1001%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

997%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

988%

#754

Core i5-3340S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $25

100%

#755

Celeron G1101

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

100%

#756

FX-8150

MSRP: $245|Avg: $50

100%

#757

Pentium G3240

MSRP: $89|Avg: $126

100%

#758

Core i5-3550S

MSRP: $205|Avg: $100

100%

#759

FX-8140

MSRP: $225|Avg: $120

99%

#760

Athlon X2 450

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

99%

#761

Athlon II X3 450

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

98%

#762

Core i7-4790

MSRP: $339|Avg: $60

98%

#763

Pentium G640

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

98%

#764

Pentium G840

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

98%

#765

Core i5-6440EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

98%

#767

Core i5-4590T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $130

97%

#769

Celeron G530T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $17

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2720QM

#1050

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2763%

#1051

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2722%

#1052

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2499%

#1053

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2488%

#1054

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2465%

#1056

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2380%

#1057

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2282%

#1058

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2279%

#1059

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2218%

#1062

Core i7-2720QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1063

Pentium 2020M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

99%

#1064

Celeron P4500

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

99%

#1065

Pentium Dual Core SU4100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

99%

#1066

Processor N50

MSRP: $128|Avg: $120

98%

#1067

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

98%

#1068

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

98%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

97%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

97%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#1075

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Analysis: Based on specifications, the Core i7-2720QM shows stronger theoretical performance metrics.

Insight	Core i5-3340S	Core i7-2720QM
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($25)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: While both processors are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Core i5-3340S holds the technical lead in efficiency. Priced at $25 (vs $378), it costs 93% less. While offering basic entry-level performance, it results in a 1392% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Core i7-2720QM.

Insight	Core i5-3340S	Core i7-2720QM
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1392%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($25)	⚠️ 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 i5-3340S Benchmark Check

Core i7-2720QM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-3340S and Core i7-2720QM

Core i5-3340S

The Core i5-3340S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2013 (12 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,962 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i7-2720QM

The Core i7-2720QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 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 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,015 points. Launch price was $378.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-3340S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-2720QM's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-3340S versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i7-2720QM — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i7-2720QM is built on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-3340S scores 3,962 against the Core i7-2720QM's 4,015 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i7-2720QM. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-3340S vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-2720QM.

Feature	Core i5-3340S	Core i7-2720QM
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz	3.3 GHz
Base Clock	2.8 GHz+27%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	—	256K (per core)
Process	22 nm-31%	32 nm
Architecture	—	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	3,962	4,015+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	700
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,600

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-3340S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-2720QM uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-3340S	Core i7-2720QM
Socket	LGA1155	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
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: not specified (Core i5-3340S) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-2720QM). The Core i7-2720QM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Core i5-3340S requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2720QM targets Performance Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i7-2720QM rivals AMD A8-3510MX.