Core i7-4510U vs 3015e

Core i7-4510U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2014

3015e

2 Cores4 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-4510U

2 / 4

2,634

+0.6%

2,618

0.0%

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 i7-4510U is positioned at rank 66 and the 3015e is on rank 416, so the Core i7-4510U 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 i7-4510U

#14

Ryzen 5 PRO 230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#15

Ryzen 5 220

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

#18

Ryzen 5 8500G

MSRP: $179|Avg: $150

91%

#54

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

223%

#55

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

220%

#56

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

202%

#57

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

201%

#58

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

199%

#60

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

192%

#61

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

184%

#62

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

184%

#63

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

179%

#66

Core i7-4510U

MSRP: $393|Avg: N/A

100%

#69

Core 2 Quad Q9100

MSRP: $14|Avg: $14

98%

#75

Core i3-4030U

MSRP: $281|Avg: N/A

95%

#79

Atom D2500

MSRP: $42|Avg: N/A

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar 3015e

#125

Core i7-13700H

MSRP: $502|Avg: N/A

99%

#404

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

560%

#405

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

552%

#406

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

507%

#407

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

505%

#408

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

500%

#410

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

483%

#411

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

463%

#412

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

462%

#413

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

450%

#416

3015e

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#421

Core i5-9400H

MSRP: $182|Avg: N/A

99%

#426

Celeron 2981U

MSRP: $137|Avg: N/A

99%

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 3015e (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-4510U	3015e
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($393)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4510U (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-4510U	3015e
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($393)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 i7-4510U Benchmark Check

3015e Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4510U and 3015e

Core i7-4510U

The Core i7-4510U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,634 points. Launch price was $393.

3015e

The 3015e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 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: 2,618 points. Launch price was $50.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-4510U and 3015e share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-4510U versus 2.3 GHz on the 3015e — a 29.6% clock advantage for the Core i7-4510U (base: 2 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Core i7-4510U uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the 3015e uses Pollock (Zen) (2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4510U scores 2,634 against the 3015e's 2,618 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-4510U. Both processors carry 4 MB of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i7-4510U	3015e
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.1 GHz+35%	2.3 GHz
Base Clock	2 GHz+67%	1.2 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB	4 MB
L2 Cache	512 kB	1 MB+100%
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Pollock (Zen) (2020)
PassMark	2,634	2,618
Geekbench 6 Single	880	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4510U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the 3015e uses FT5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Core i7-4510U versus 1600 on the 3015e — the 3015e supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-4510U) vs 1 (3015e). PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i7-4510U) vs 8 (3015e) — the Core i7-4510U offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Core i7-4510U) and FT5 (3015e).

Feature	Core i7-4510U	3015e
Socket	FCBGA1168	FT5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3L-1600	1600+53233%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+104857500%	16
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	12+50%	8

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i7-4510U) vs true (3015e). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4400 (Core i7-4510U) and Vega 3 (3015e) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4510U targets Ultrabook. Direct competitor: Core i7-4510U rivals A10-7300; 3015e rivals Celeron N4120.