Core i7-2760QM vs Pentium Gold G5620

Core i7-2760QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2011

Pentium Gold G5620

2 Cores4 Thrd54 WWMax: 4 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-2760QM

4 / 8

4,313

+1.5%

4,251

0.0%

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 i7-2760QM is positioned at rank #249 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 i7-2760QM

#237

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

408%

#238

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

402%

#239

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

369%

#240

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

368%

#241

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

364%

#243

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

352%

#244

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

337%

#245

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

337%

#246

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

328%

#249

Core i7-2760QM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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 G5620 (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-2760QM	Pentium Gold G5620
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 i7-2760QM (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-2760QM	Pentium Gold G5620
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 i7-2760QM Benchmark Check

Pentium Gold G5620 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-2760QM and Pentium Gold G5620

Core i7-2760QM

The Core i7-2760QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 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, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,313 points. Launch price was $378.

Pentium Gold G5620

The Pentium Gold G5620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 February 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 4,251 points. Launch price was $93.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-2760QM packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Pentium Gold G5620 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i7-2760QM has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i7-2760QM versus 4 GHz on the Pentium Gold G5620 — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Pentium Gold G5620 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Core i7-2760QM uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium Gold G5620 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2760QM scores 4,313 against the Pentium Gold G5620's 4,251 — a 1.4% lead for the Core i7-2760QM. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-2760QM vs 4 MB (total) on the Pentium Gold G5620.

Feature	Core i7-2760QM	Pentium Gold G5620
Cores / Threads	4 / 8+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz	4 GHz+14%
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	4 GHz+67%
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	4,313+1%	4,251

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-2760QM uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium Gold G5620 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-2760QM	Pentium Gold G5620
Socket	PGA988	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	1600	—
Max RAM Capacity	32	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Core i7-2760QM) / not specified (Pentium Gold G5620). The Core i7-2760QM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Pentium Gold G5620 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-2760QM rivals AMD A8-3510MX.