CPU
GPU
Core i7-4712HQ
MediaTek Kompanio 838
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 i7-4712HQ is positioned at rank 62 and the MediaTek Kompanio 838 is on rank 103, so the Core i7-4712HQ offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4712HQ
Performance Per Dollar MediaTek Kompanio 838
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4712HQ | MediaTek Kompanio 838 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Crystalwell (2013−2014) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cortex-A78 / A55 (2022−2024) / Standard Node) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4712HQ | MediaTek Kompanio 838 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i7-4712HQ and MediaTek Kompanio 838
Core i7-4712HQ
The Core i7-4712HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,350 points. Launch price was $378.
MediaTek Kompanio 838
The MediaTek Kompanio 838 is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in 31 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cortex-A78 / A55 (2022−2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,343 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4712HQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the MediaTek Kompanio 838 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the MediaTek Kompanio 838 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i7-4712HQ versus 2.2 GHz on the MediaTek Kompanio 838 — a 40% clock advantage for the Core i7-4712HQ (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i7-4712HQ uses the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the MediaTek Kompanio 838 uses Cortex-A78 / A55 (2022−2024). In PassMark, the Core i7-4712HQ scores 5,350 against the MediaTek Kompanio 838's 5,343 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i7-4712HQ.
| Feature | Core i7-4712HQ | MediaTek Kompanio 838 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz+50% | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz+15% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 22 nm | — |
| Architecture | Crystalwell (2013−2014) | Cortex-A78 / A55 (2022−2024) |
| PassMark | 5,350 | 5,343 |
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