Core i7-2620M vs 3020e

CPU

GPU

Core i7-2620M

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2011

3020e

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-2620M

2 / 4

2,424

+0.7%

2,406

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 i7-2620M is positioned at rank 1162 and the 3020e is on rank 805, so the 3020e 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 i7-2620M

#1149

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4185%

#1150

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4124%

#1151

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3786%

#1152

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3769%

#1153

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3734%

#1155

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3606%

#1156

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3458%

#1157

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3452%

#1158

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3359%

#1162

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

100%

#1163

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

98%

#1164

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

97%

#1165

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1166

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1167

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

97%

#1169

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#1170

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1171

Celeron U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

95%

#1172

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

95%

#1173

Pro A12-8800B

MSRP: $400|Avg: $40

95%

#1175

Core i7-2637M

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

93%

#1176

Core 2 Duo SL9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar 3020e

#793

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1219%

#794

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1202%

#795

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1103%

#796

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1098%

#797

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1088%

#799

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1051%

#800

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1007%

#801

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1006%

#802

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

979%

#805

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

100%

#809

Athlon II M320

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

99%

#810

Celeron B800

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

99%

#811

Celeron B710

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

99%

#812

Athlon II Neo K345

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#818

Core i7-8709G

MSRP: $338|Avg: $150

98%

#819

Celeron M 560

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

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 3020e (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-2620M	3020e
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($346)	✅ More affordable ($25)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Dali (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-2620M (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-2620M	3020e
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1274%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($346)	✅ More affordable ($25)

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 i7-2620M Benchmark Check

3020e Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-2620M and 3020e

Core i7-2620M

The Core i7-2620M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,424 points. Launch price was $346.

3020e

The 3020e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Dali (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,406 points. Launch price was $50.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-2620M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the 3020e's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-2620M versus 2.6 GHz on the 3020e — a 26.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-2620M (base: 2.7 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Core i7-2620M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the 3020e uses Dali (Zen) (2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2620M scores 2,424 against the 3020e's 2,406 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-2620M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 509 vs 660, a 25.8% lead for the 3020e that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,222 vs 1,100 (10.5% advantage for the Core i7-2620M). Both processors carry 4 MB of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i7-2620M	3020e
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+31%	2.6 GHz
Base Clock	2.7 GHz+125%	1.2 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB	4 MB
L2 Cache	512 kB	1 MB+100%
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Dali (Zen) (2020)
PassMark	2,424	2,406
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	480
Geekbench 6 Single	509	660+30%
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,222+11%	1,100

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-2620M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the 3020e uses FT5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Core i7-2620M versus DDR4-2400 on the 3020e — the 3020e supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The 3020e supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-2620M) vs 8 (3020e) — the Core i7-2620M offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i7-2620M	3020e
Socket	PGA988	FT5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	DDR4-2400+33%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	32 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16+100%	8

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-2620M) vs AMD-V (3020e). Both include integrated graphics — HD 3000 (Core i7-2620M) and Radeon Graphics (Vega 3) (3020e) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2620M targets Budget, 3020e targets Entry Level Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i7-2620M rivals Core i5-2410M; 3020e rivals Celeron N4020.