
Core i7-2675QM

Core i3-4370
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 i7-2675QM is positioned at rank 1070 and the Core i3-4370 is on rank 664, so the Core i3-4370 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2675QM
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-2675QM | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($378) | ✅ More affordable ($41) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-2675QM | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+808%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($378) | ✅ More affordable ($41) |
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 i7-2675QM and Core i3-4370

Core i7-2675QM
The Core i7-2675QM 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: FCBGA1224. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 3,913 points. Launch price was $378.

Core i3-4370
The Core i3-4370 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,854 points. Launch price was $242.
Processing Power
The Core i7-2675QM packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i3-4370 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i7-2675QM has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-2675QM versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i3-4370 — a 20.3% clock advantage for the Core i3-4370 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core i7-2675QM uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-4370 uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2675QM scores 3,913 against the Core i3-4370's 3,854 — a 1.5% lead for the Core i7-2675QM. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-2675QM vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-4370.
| Feature | Core i7-2675QM | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.8 GHz+23% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.8 GHz+73% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 3,913+2% | 3,854 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 2,454 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 904 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,071 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-2675QM uses the FCBGA1224 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-4370 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Core i3-4370 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. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Core i7-2675QM | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1224 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x (Core i7-2675QM) vs true (Core i3-4370). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 3000 (Core i7-2675QM) and Intel HD Graphics 4600 (Core i3-4370) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2675QM targets Mobile.
| Feature | Core i7-2675QM | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | Intel HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | true |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-2675QM launched at $378 MSRP, while the Core i3-4370 debuted at $149.
| Feature | Core i7-2675QM | Core i3-4370 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $378 | $149-61% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $41 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2014 |
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