Core i7-2820QM vs Xeon Bronze 3104
Core i7-2820QM
Xeon Bronze 3104
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 i7-2820QM is positioned at rank 1138 and the Xeon Bronze 3104 is on rank 598, so the Xeon Bronze 3104 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2820QM
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Bronze 3104
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-2820QM | Xeon Bronze 3104 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($568) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-2820QM | Xeon Bronze 3104 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($568) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i7-2820QM and Xeon Bronze 3104
Core i7-2820QM
The Core i7-2820QM 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 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 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: 4,379 points. Launch price was $568.
Xeon Bronze 3104
The Xeon Bronze 3104 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB. L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 4,383 points. Launch price was $213.
Processing Power
The Core i7-2820QM packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon Bronze 3104 offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Xeon Bronze 3104 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-2820QM versus 1.7 GHz on the Xeon Bronze 3104 — a 66.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-2820QM (base: 2.3 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Core i7-2820QM uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Xeon Bronze 3104 uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2820QM scores 4,379 against the Xeon Bronze 3104's 4,383 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon Bronze 3104. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-2820QM vs 8.25 MB on the Xeon Bronze 3104.
| Feature | Core i7-2820QM | Xeon Bronze 3104 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 6+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+100% | 1.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz+35% | 1.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8.25 MB+3% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 6 MB+2300% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 4,379 | 4,383 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 554 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,763 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-2820QM uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon Bronze 3104 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Core i7-2820QM versus 2133 on the Xeon Bronze 3104 — the Xeon Bronze 3104 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Bronze 3104 supports up to 768 of RAM compared to 32 — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-2820QM) vs 6 (Xeon Bronze 3104). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-2820QM) vs 48 (Xeon Bronze 3104) — the Xeon Bronze 3104 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM65,HM67,QM67,QS67 (Core i7-2820QM) and C621 (Xeon Bronze 3104).
| Feature | Core i7-2820QM | Xeon Bronze 3104 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600 | 2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 | 768+2300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 48+200% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Bronze 3104 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Core i7-2820QM) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Bronze 3104). The Core i7-2820QM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Xeon Bronze 3104 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-2820QM rivals AMD A8-3510MX.
| Feature | Core i7-2820QM | Xeon Bronze 3104 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 3000 | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
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