Core i7-2670QM vs Athlon X4 845
Core i7-2670QM
Athlon X4 845
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 i7-2670QM is positioned at rank 42 and the Athlon X4 845 is on rank 393, so the Core i7-2670QM offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2670QM
Performance Per Dollar Athlon X4 845
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-2670QM | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-2670QM | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 i7-2670QM and Athlon X4 845
Core i7-2670QM
The Core i7-2670QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 3,748 points. Launch price was $378.
Athlon X4 845
The Athlon X4 845 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,768 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-2670QM packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Athlon X4 845's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-2670QM versus 3.8 GHz on the Athlon X4 845 — a 20.3% clock advantage for the Athlon X4 845 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i7-2670QM uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon X4 845 uses Carrizo (2015−2018) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2670QM scores 3,748 against the Athlon X4 845's 3,768 — a 0.5% lead for the Athlon X4 845.
| Feature | Core i7-2670QM | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.8 GHz+23% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.5 GHz+59% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 32 nm | 28 nm-13% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Carrizo (2015−2018) |
| PassMark | 3,748 | 3,768 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-2670QM uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon X4 845 uses FM2+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Core i7-2670QM versus DDR3-2133 on the Athlon X4 845 — the Core i7-2670QM supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon X4 845 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-2670QM) vs 8 (Athlon X4 845) — the Core i7-2670QM offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM65,HM67,QM67,QS67 (Core i7-2670QM) and AMD FM2+ (Athlon X4 845).
| Feature | Core i7-2670QM | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | FM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+53233% | DDR3-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 | 64 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+100% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core i7-2670QM) / not specified (Athlon X4 845). The Core i7-2670QM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Athlon X4 845 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-2670QM rivals AMD A8-3510MX.
| Feature | Core i7-2670QM | Athlon X4 845 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
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