Core i7-4710MQ vs Xeon Bronze 3106

Core i7-4710MQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2013

Xeon Bronze 3106

8 Cores8 Thrd85 WWMax: 3 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-4710MQ

4 / 8

5,792

+0.7%

5,753

0.0%

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 i7-4710MQ is positioned at rank 968 and the Xeon Bronze 3106 is on rank 730, so the Xeon Bronze 3106 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 i7-4710MQ

#956

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1915%

#957

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1887%

#958

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1732%

#959

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1725%

#960

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1709%

#962

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1650%

#963

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1582%

#964

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1580%

#965

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1537%

#968

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

100%

#970

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

99%

#971

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

99%

#977

Phenom II X2 N640

MSRP: $100|Avg: $55

98%

#978

A10-8700P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

#982

Athlon II Neo K125

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon Bronze 3106

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

14274%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

2695%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2394%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1850%

#424

Xeon W-2155

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $150

99%

#425

Xeon 6740E

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $3949

99%

#425

Xeon Gold 6348

MSRP: $3583|Avg: $2097

99%

#427

EPYC 7702P

MSRP: $4425|Avg: N/A

99%

#428

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9879.97

98%

#429

EPYC 7552

MSRP: $4025|Avg: $1650

98%

#431

Xeon Platinum 8360Y

MSRP: $5383|Avg: N/A

98%

#432

Xeon W-3245

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1200

97%

#730

Xeon Bronze 3106

MSRP: $395|Avg: $395

100%

#734

Xeon L5609

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

99%

#736

Xeon E3-1245 v3

MSRP: $490|Avg: $490

99%

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 Xeon Bronze 3106 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2133, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-4710MQ	Xeon Bronze 3106
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($378)	⚠️ Higher cost ($395)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4710MQ (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-4710MQ	Xeon Bronze 3106
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+5%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($378)	⚠️ Higher cost ($395)

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 i7-4710MQ Benchmark Check

Xeon Bronze 3106 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4710MQ and Xeon Bronze 3106

Core i7-4710MQ

The Core i7-4710MQ 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 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,792 points. Launch price was $378.

Xeon Bronze 3106

The Xeon Bronze 3106 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 11 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 5,753 points. Launch price was $306.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-4710MQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon Bronze 3106 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon Bronze 3106 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i7-4710MQ versus 3 GHz on the Xeon Bronze 3106 — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core i7-4710MQ (base: 2.5 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Core i7-4710MQ uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon Bronze 3106 uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4710MQ scores 5,792 against the Xeon Bronze 3106's 5,753 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-4710MQ. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-4710MQ vs 11 MB (total) on the Xeon Bronze 3106.

Feature	Core i7-4710MQ	Xeon Bronze 3106
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	8 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+17%	3 GHz
Base Clock	2.5 GHz+47%	1.7 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	11 MB (total)+83%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	1 MB (per core)+300%
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
PassMark	5,792	5,753
Geekbench 6 Single	950	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	3,200	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4710MQ uses the PGA946 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon Bronze 3106 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Core i7-4710MQ versus 2133 on the Xeon Bronze 3106 — the Xeon Bronze 3106 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Bronze 3106 supports up to 768 of RAM compared to 32 GB — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-4710MQ) vs 6 (Xeon Bronze 3106). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-4710MQ) vs 48 (Xeon Bronze 3106) — the Xeon Bronze 3106 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM86,HM87,QM87 (Core i7-4710MQ) and C621 (Xeon Bronze 3106).

Feature	Core i7-4710MQ	Xeon Bronze 3106
Socket	PGA946	LGA3647
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3L-1600	2133+71000%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB+4368967%	768
RAM Channels	2	6+200%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	48+200%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Bronze 3106 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i7-4710MQ) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Bronze 3106). The Core i7-4710MQ includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4600), while the Xeon Bronze 3106 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4710MQ targets Laptop.

Feature	Core i7-4710MQ	Xeon Bronze 3106
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Intel HD Graphics 4600	None
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, EPT	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Laptop	—

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-4710MQ launched at $378 MSRP, while the Xeon Bronze 3106 debuted at $395. At current prices ($378 vs $395), the Core i7-4710MQ is $17 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4710MQ delivers 15.3 pts/$ vs 14.6 pts/$ for the Xeon Bronze 3106 — making the Core i7-4710MQ the 5.1% better value option.