Core i7-3517UE vs 3020e

Core i7-3517UE

2 Cores4 Thrd17 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2012

3020e

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-3517UE

2 / 4

2,384

0.0%

2,406

+0.9%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 i7-3517UE is positioned at rank 1154 and the 3020e is on rank 805, so the 3020e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 i7-3517UE

#1142

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4064%

#1143

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4004%

#1144

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3676%

#1145

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3659%

#1146

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3626%

#1148

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3501%

#1149

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3357%

#1150

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3352%

#1151

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3262%

#1154

Core i7-3517UE

MSRP: $330|Avg: $35

100%

#1155

Core M-5Y51

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1156

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

100%

#1157

Core i3-330E

MSRP: $177|Avg: $89

99%

#1159

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

98%

#1160

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#1162

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

97%

#1164

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

95%

#1165

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

94%

#1166

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

94%

#1167

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

94%

#1168

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar 3020e

#793

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1219%

#794

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1202%

#795

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1103%

#796

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1098%

#797

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1088%

#799

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1051%

#800

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1007%

#801

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1006%

#802

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

979%

#805

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

100%

#809

Athlon II M320

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

99%

#810

Celeron B800

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

99%

#811

Celeron B710

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

99%

#812

Athlon II Neo K345

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#818

Core i7-8709G

MSRP: $338|Avg: $150

98%

#819

Celeron M 560

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The 3020e (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-3517UE	3020e
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)	✅ More affordable ($25)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Dali (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3517UE (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and **unknown Dual-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-3517UE	3020e
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+41%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)	✅ More affordable ($25)

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 i7-3517UE Benchmark Check

3020e Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-3517UE and 3020e

Core i7-3517UE

The Core i7-3517UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 2,384 points. Launch price was $69.

3020e

The 3020e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Dali (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,406 points. Launch price was $50.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-3517UE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the 3020e's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i7-3517UE versus 2.6 GHz on the 3020e — a 7.4% clock advantage for the Core i7-3517UE (base: 1.7 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Core i7-3517UE uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the 3020e uses Dali (Zen) (2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-3517UE scores 2,384 against the 3020e's 2,406 — a 0.9% lead for the 3020e. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-3517UE vs 4 MB on the 3020e.

Feature	Core i7-3517UE	3020e
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.8 GHz+8%	2.6 GHz
Base Clock	1.7 GHz+42%	1.2 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	4 MB
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	1 MB+300%
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Dali (Zen) (2020)
PassMark	2,384	2,406
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	480
Geekbench 6 Single	—	660
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,100

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-3517UE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the 3020e uses FT5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-3517UE	3020e
Socket	BGA1023	FT5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity	—	32 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	8

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-3517UE) / AMD-V (3020e). The 3020e includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (Vega 3)), while the Core i7-3517UE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: 3020e targets Entry Level Laptop. Direct competitor: 3020e rivals Celeron N4020.

Feature	Core i7-3517UE	3020e
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Radeon Graphics (Vega 3)
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	AMD-V
Target Use	—	Entry Level Laptop

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-3517UE launched at $330 MSRP, while the 3020e debuted at $100. At current prices ($35 vs $25), the 3020e is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-3517UE delivers 68.1 pts/$ vs 96.2 pts/$ for the 3020e — making the 3020e the 34.2% better value option.