Core i7-2657M vs Ryzen Embedded V1202B
Core i7-2657M
Ryzen Embedded V1202B
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. The Core i7-2657M is positioned at rank #268 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2657M
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V1202B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-2657M | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-2657M | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-2657M and Ryzen Embedded V1202B
Core i7-2657M
The Core i7-2657M 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 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 3,491 points. Launch price was $317.
Ryzen Embedded V1202B
The Ryzen Embedded V1202B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 3,512 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-2657M and Ryzen Embedded V1202B share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i7-2657M versus 3.2 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1202B — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V1202B (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Core i7-2657M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2657M scores 3,491 against the Ryzen Embedded V1202B's 3,512 — a 0.6% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V1202B. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-2657M vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1202B.
| Feature | Core i7-2657M | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.2 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.3 GHz+44% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 3,491 | 3,512 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 535 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-2657M uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-2657M | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-2657M) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded V1202B). The Core i7-2657M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2657M targets Ultrabook. Direct competitor: Core i7-2657M rivals A6-3420M.
| Feature | Core i7-2657M | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Ultrabook | — |
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