Core i7-4702MQ vs Atom x7405C

Core i7-4702MQ

4 Cores8 Thrd37 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2013

Atom x7405C

4 Cores4 Thrd12 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2024

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-4702MQ

4 / 8

5,187

0.0%

5,218

+0.6%

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 i7-4702MQ is positioned at rank 1011 and the Atom x7405C is on rank 180, so the Atom x7405C 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 i7-4702MQ

#999

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2167%

#1000

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2135%

#1001

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1960%

#1002

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1951%

#1003

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1933%

#1005

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1867%

#1006

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1790%

#1007

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1787%

#1008

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1739%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

#1012

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

99%

#1013

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

99%

#1014

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

98%

#1015

Celeron T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

97%

#1016

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

97%

#1017

Core i5-4300M

MSRP: $227|Avg: N/A

96%

#1018

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

96%

#1019

Athlon 64 X2 TK-42

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

95%

#1020

Athlon Neo MV-40

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

94%

#1021

Core i7-4860EQ

MSRP: $434|Avg: $80

94%

#1022

Pentium SU2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

94%

#1023

A4-1250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

93%

#1025

Core i5-4200M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

92%

#1026

Celeron 1000M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom x7405C

#49

Core i9-12900HX

MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A

100%

#168

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

354%

#169

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

349%

#170

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

320%

#171

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

319%

#172

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

316%

#174

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

305%

#175

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

293%

#176

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

292%

#177

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

284%

#180

Atom x7405C

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#193

Pentium Gold 4417U

MSRP: $161|Avg: N/A

98%

#195

Atom N475

MSRP: $75|Avg: N/A

98%

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 Atom x7405C (2024) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-4702MQ	Atom x7405C
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Amston Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4702MQ (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-4702MQ	Atom x7405C
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ 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 i7-4702MQ Benchmark Check

Atom x7405C Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4702MQ and Atom x7405C

Core i7-4702MQ

The Core i7-4702MQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 May 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,187 points. Launch price was $378.

Atom x7405C

The Atom x7405C is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 5,218 points. Launch price was $57.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-4702MQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Atom x7405C's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-4702MQ versus 3.4 GHz on the Atom x7405C — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Atom x7405C (base: 2.2 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Core i7-4702MQ uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Atom x7405C uses Amston Lake (2024−2025) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4702MQ scores 5,187 against the Atom x7405C's 5,218 — a 0.6% lead for the Atom x7405C. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4702MQ vs 6 MB (total) on the Atom x7405C.

Feature	Core i7-4702MQ	Atom x7405C
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	3.4 GHz+6%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz+29%	1.7 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+33%	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2 MB (total)+700%
Process	22 nm	10 nm-55%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Amston Lake (2024−2025)
PassMark	5,187	5,218
Geekbench 6 Single	965	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	3,180	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4702MQ uses the PGA946 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom x7405C uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Core i7-4702MQ versus DDR5-4800 on the Atom x7405C — the Atom x7405C supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-4702MQ supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-4702MQ) vs 1 (Atom x7405C). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-4702MQ) vs 9 (Atom x7405C) — the Core i7-4702MQ offers 7 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM86,QM87 (Core i7-4702MQ) and Intel BGA1264 (Atom x7405C).

Feature	Core i7-4702MQ	Atom x7405C
Socket	PGA946	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3L-1600	DDR5-4800+67%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB+100%	16 GB
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16+78%	9

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-4702MQ) / not specified (Atom x7405C). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4600 (Core i7-4702MQ) and Intel UHD Graphics (Atom x7405C) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4702MQ targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i7-4702MQ rivals Ryzen 7 3750H.