Core i7-4510U vs Core i5-3610ME
Core i7-4510U
Core i5-3610ME
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 i7-4510U is positioned at rank 66 and the Core i5-3610ME is on rank 1089, so the Core i7-4510U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4510U
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3610ME
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4510U | Core i5-3610ME |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($393) | ✅ More affordable ($22) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4510U | Core i5-3610ME |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1699%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($393) | ✅ More affordable ($22) |
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 i7-4510U and Core i5-3610ME
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.
Core i5-3610ME
The Core i5-3610ME is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 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 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 2,652 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-4510U and Core i5-3610ME share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-4510U versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-3610ME — a 6.2% clock advantage for the Core i5-3610ME (base: 2 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Core i7-4510U uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-3610ME uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4510U scores 2,634 against the Core i5-3610ME's 2,652 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i5-3610ME. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 880 vs 585, a 40.3% lead for the Core i7-4510U that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-4510U vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-3610ME.
| Feature | Core i7-4510U | Core i5-3610ME |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.3 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.7 GHz+35% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 2,634 | 2,652 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 880+50% | 585 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4510U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-3610ME uses G2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3L-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i7-4510U) vs 16 (Core i5-3610ME) — the Core i5-3610ME offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Core i7-4510U) and HM65,QM77,QM67 (Core i5-3610ME).
| Feature | Core i7-4510U | Core i5-3610ME |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | G2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i7-4510U) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-3610ME). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4400 (Core i7-4510U) and HD Graphics 4000 (Core i5-3610ME) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4510U targets Ultrabook, Core i5-3610ME targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i7-4510U rivals A10-7300; Core i5-3610ME rivals Embedded R-Series.
| Feature | Core i7-4510U | Core i5-3610ME |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4400 | HD Graphics 4000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Ultrabook | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4510U launched at $393 MSRP, while the Core i5-3610ME debuted at $276.
| Feature | Core i7-4510U | Core i5-3610ME |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $393 | $276-30% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $22 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2012 |
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