Core i7-10510U vs Core i7-3770

Core i7-10510U

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.9 GHz2019

Core i7-3770

4 Cores8 Thrd0 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-10510U

4 / 8

6,408

0.0%

6,419

+0.2%

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 i7-10510U is positioned at rank 963 and the Core i7-3770 is on rank 752, so the Core i7-3770 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 i7-10510U

#951

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1872%

#952

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1845%

#953

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1694%

#954

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1686%

#955

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1671%

#957

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1613%

#958

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1547%

#959

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1544%

#960

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1503%

#963

Core i7-10510U

MSRP: $409|Avg: N/A

100%

#968

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

98%

#970

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

97%

#971

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

97%

#977

Phenom II X2 N640

MSRP: $100|Avg: $55

96%

#978

A10-8700P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3770

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14279%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

13492%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

9797%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2951%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2338%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2045%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1171%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1156%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1053%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1052%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1041%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1013%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

998%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

994%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

985%

#752

Core i7-3770

MSRP: $294|Avg: $60

100%

#753

Pentium G2120

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

100%

#754

Core i5-3340S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $25

100%

#755

Celeron G1101

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

99%

#756

FX-8150

MSRP: $245|Avg: $50

99%

#757

Pentium G3240

MSRP: $89|Avg: $126

99%

#758

Core i5-3550S

MSRP: $205|Avg: $100

99%

#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%

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 i7-10510U (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-10510U	Core i7-3770
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($409)	✅ More affordable ($60)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3770 (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-10510U	Core i7-3770
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+583%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($409)	✅ More affordable ($60)

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 i7-10510U Benchmark Check

Core i7-3770 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-10510U and Core i7-3770

Core i7-10510U

The Core i7-10510U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,408 points. Launch price was $409.

Core i7-3770

The Core i7-3770 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 77 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,419 points. Launch price was $294.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-10510U and Core i7-3770 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-10510U versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-3770 — a 22.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-10510U (base: 1.8 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i7-10510U uses the Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-3770 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-10510U scores 6,408 against the Core i7-3770's 6,419 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i7-3770. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i7-10510U	Core i7-3770
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4.9 GHz+26%	3.9 GHz
Base Clock	1.8 GHz	3.4 GHz+89%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Comet Lake-U (2019−2020)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	6,408	6,419
Cinebench R23 Multi	3,866	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,300	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	3,300	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-10510U uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3770 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-10510U	Core i7-3770
Socket	FCBGA1528	LGA1155
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2666	—
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-10510U) / not specified (Core i7-3770). The Core i7-10510U includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics), while the Core i7-3770 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-10510U targets Productivity. Direct competitor: Core i7-10510U rivals Ryzen 7 3700U.