Core i5-4402E vs Core m3-7Y32

CPU

GPU

Core i5-4402E

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2013

Core m3-7Y32

2 Cores4 Thrd4.5 WWMax: 3 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-4402E

2 / 4

2,681

0.0%

2,697

+0.6%

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 i5-4402E is positioned at rank 1080 and the Core m3-7Y32 is on rank 1090, so the Core i5-4402E 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 i5-4402E

#1068

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2911%

#1069

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2868%

#1070

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2633%

#1071

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2621%

#1072

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2597%

#1074

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2508%

#1075

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2405%

#1076

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2401%

#1077

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2336%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

100%

#1081

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#1083

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1084

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

98%

#1089

Core i5-3610ME

MSRP: $276|Avg: $22

95%

#1090

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1092

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

94%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

94%

#1094

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core m3-7Y32

#1078

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3056%

#1079

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3011%

#1080

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2765%

#1081

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2752%

#1082

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2727%

#1084

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2633%

#1085

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2525%

#1086

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2521%

#1087

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2453%

#1090

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1091

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

99%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

99%

#1094

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#1097

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#1098

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $50

97%

#1099

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

97%

#1100

Core i5-2450M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1101

Core i5-7Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $100

96%

#1102

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1104

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

94%

#1105

Pentium A1018

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core m3-7Y32 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-4402E	Core m3-7Y32
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($100)	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4402E (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-4402E	Core m3-7Y32
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+179%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($100)	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)

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 i5-4402E Benchmark Check

Core m3-7Y32 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-4402E and Core m3-7Y32

Core i5-4402E

The Core i5-4402E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB + 3 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,681 points. Launch price was $266.

Core m3-7Y32

The Core m3-7Y32 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,697 points. Launch price was $281.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-4402E and Core m3-7Y32 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i5-4402E versus 3 GHz on the Core m3-7Y32 — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Core m3-7Y32 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 1.1 GHz). The Core i5-4402E uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core m3-7Y32 uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4402E scores 2,681 against the Core m3-7Y32's 2,697 — a 0.6% lead for the Core m3-7Y32. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-4402E vs 4 MB on the Core m3-7Y32.

Feature	Core i5-4402E	Core m3-7Y32
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.7 GHz	3 GHz+11%
Base Clock	1.6 GHz+45%	1.1 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	2,681	2,697

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4402E uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core m3-7Y32 uses FCBGA1515 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-4402E	Core m3-7Y32
Socket	BGA1364	FCBGA1515
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-4402E launched at $266 MSRP, while the Core m3-7Y32 debuted at $281. At current prices ($100 vs $281), the Core i5-4402E is $181 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4402E delivers 26.8 pts/$ vs 9.6 pts/$ for the Core m3-7Y32 — making the Core i5-4402E the 94.6% better value option.