CPU
GPU
Core i5-7400T
Core i7-3635QM
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 i5-7400T is positioned at rank 666 and the Core i7-3635QM is on rank 84, so the Core i7-3635QM offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7400T
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3635QM
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-7400T | Core i7-3635QM |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($78) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-7400T | Core i7-3635QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($78) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i5-7400T and Core i7-3635QM
Core i5-7400T
The Core i5-7400T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,692 points. Launch price was $187.
Core i7-3635QM
The Core i7-3635QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1224. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,728 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-7400T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-3635QM's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core i5-7400T versus 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-3635QM — a 12.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-3635QM (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i5-7400T uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-3635QM uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7400T scores 4,692 against the Core i7-3635QM's 4,728 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i7-3635QM. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i5-7400T | Core i7-3635QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.4 GHz+13% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 4,692 | 4,728 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 3,334 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,069 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,463 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-7400T uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3635QM uses FCBGA1224 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-7400T | Core i7-3635QM |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FCBGA1224 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: Yes (Core i5-7400T) / not specified (Core i7-3635QM). The Core i5-7400T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 630), while the Core i7-3635QM requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i5-7400T | Core i7-3635QM |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 630 | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | Yes | — |
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