Core i7-3612QM vs N200

CPU

GPU

Core i7-3612QM

4 Cores8 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2012

N200

4 Cores4 Thrd6 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-3612QM

4 / 8

4,661

0.0%

4,729

+1.5%

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 i7-3612QM is positioned at rank 1030 and the N200 is on rank 137, so the N200 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 i7-3612QM

#1018

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2380%

#1019

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2345%

#1020

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2152%

#1021

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2143%

#1022

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2123%

#1024

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2050%

#1025

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1966%

#1026

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1963%

#1027

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1910%

#1030

Core i7-3612QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1031

Pentium 967

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

99%

#1033

Core i5-4400E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $50

99%

#1034

Pentium Dual Core T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

97%

#1037

Core i7-8665UE

MSRP: $409|Avg: $409

96%

#1038

Celeron T3300

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

95%

#1039

Celeron Dual-Core T3300

MSRP: $86|Avg: $30

95%

#1042

Core i7-3612QE

MSRP: $426|Avg: $50

94%

#1043

A10-7300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

94%

#1044

Pentium Dual Core T4200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

93%

#1045

A6 Micro-6500T

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar N200

#36

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

98%

#125

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

310%

#126

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

306%

#127

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

281%

#128

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

279%

#129

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

277%

#131

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

267%

#132

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

256%

#133

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

256%

#134

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

249%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

100%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

100%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

99%

#147

Atom N2800

MSRP: $47|Avg: $3

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 N200 (2023) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-3612QM	N200
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)	✅ More affordable ($193)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3612QM (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-3612QM	N200
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+99%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)	✅ More affordable ($193)

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 i7-3612QM Benchmark Check

N200 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-3612QM and N200

Core i7-3612QM

The Core i7-3612QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1224. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,661 points. Launch price was $69.

N200

The N200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2023 (2 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 4,729 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-3612QM packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the N200's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-3612QM versus 3.7 GHz on the N200 — a 17.6% clock advantage for the N200. The Core i7-3612QM is built on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i7-3612QM scores 4,661 against the N200's 4,729 — a 1.4% lead for the N200. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-3612QM vs 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the N200.

Feature	Core i7-3612QM	N200
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.1 GHz	3.7 GHz+19%
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	—
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	—
Process	22 nm	Intel 7 nm-68%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	—
PassMark	4,661	4,729+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	600	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,600	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-3612QM uses the FCBGA1224 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the N200 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-3612QM	N200
Socket	FCBGA1224	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-3612QM) / not specified (N200). The Core i7-3612QM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the N200 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-3612QM targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i7-3612QM rivals AMD A10-5750M.