Core i7-2670QM vs Pentium Gold G5400

CPU

GPU

Core i7-2670QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2011

Pentium Gold G5400

2 Cores4 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-2670QM

4 / 8

3,748

+0.3%

3,735

0.0%

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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 i7-2670QM is positioned at rank #42 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 i7-2670QM

#10

Ryzen 7 260

MSRP: $199|Avg: $70

95%

#30

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

196%

#31

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

193%

#32

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

177%

#33

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

176%

#34

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

175%

#36

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

169%

#37

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

162%

#38

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

161%

#39

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

157%

#42

Core i7-2670QM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#43

Core 2 Duo SU7300

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

100%

#51

Celeron N2807

MSRP: $107|Avg: $60

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Pentium Gold G5400 (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-2670QM	Pentium Gold G5400
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-2670QM (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-2670QM	Pentium Gold G5400
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 i7-2670QM Benchmark Check

Pentium Gold G5400 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-2670QM and Pentium Gold G5400

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.

Pentium Gold G5400

The Pentium Gold G5400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,735 points. Launch price was $64.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-2670QM packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Pentium Gold G5400 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i7-2670QM has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-2670QM versus 3.7 GHz on the Pentium Gold G5400 — a 17.6% clock advantage for the Pentium Gold G5400 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core i7-2670QM uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium Gold G5400 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2670QM scores 3,748 against the Pentium Gold G5400's 3,735 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-2670QM. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-2670QM vs 4 MB (total) on the Pentium Gold G5400.

Feature	Core i7-2670QM	Pentium Gold G5400
Cores / Threads	4 / 8+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.1 GHz	3.7 GHz+19%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	3.7 GHz+68%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)+50%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
PassMark	3,748	3,735

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-2670QM uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium Gold G5400 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Core i7-2670QM versus DDR4-2400 on the Pentium Gold G5400 — the Core i7-2670QM supports 199% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium Gold G5400 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. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.

Feature	Core i7-2670QM	Pentium Gold G5400
Socket	PGA988	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	1600+39900%	DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity	32	64 GB+209715100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i7-2670QM) vs VT-x (Pentium Gold G5400). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i7-2670QM) and UHD Graphics 610 (Pentium Gold G5400) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium Gold G5400 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i7-2670QM rivals AMD A8-3510MX.