Core i7-4712MQ vs Core i3-8100T

Core i7-4712MQ

4 Cores8 Thrd37 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2013

Core i3-8100T

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-4712MQ

4 / 8

5,315

+1.1%

5,257

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. The Core i7-4712MQ is positioned at rank #996 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 i7-4712MQ

#984

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2087%

#985

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2056%

#986

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1888%

#987

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1879%

#988

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1862%

#990

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1798%

#991

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1724%

#992

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1721%

#993

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1675%

#996

Core i7-4712MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $60

100%

#997

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

100%

#998

Celeron M U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

100%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

100%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

99%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

99%

#1005

Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

97%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

97%

#1010

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

97%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8100T

#198

Core i3-9350KF

MSRP: $173|Avg: $80

107%

#199

Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE

MSRP: $220|Avg: $220

106%

#200

Core i3-9300

MSRP: $143|Avg: $75

106%

#201

Ryzen 7 3800XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $249

106%

#202

Core i5-11400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $140

104%

#203

Core i3-10305

MSRP: $149|Avg: $100

103%

#204

Core i3-9320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $80

103%

#205

Core i3-10105

MSRP: $122|Avg: $90

103%

#206

Core i3-13100E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

103%

#207

Core i9-13900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $536

102%

#208

Processor 300

MSRP: $82|Avg: $80

102%

#209

Ryzen 5 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $145

102%

#210

Ryzen 5 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $80

102%

#211

Core i9-14900KS

MSRP: $749|Avg: $670

101%

#212

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

MSRP: $449|Avg: $384

100%

#213

Core i3-8100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $59

100%

#214

Core i7-13700E

MSRP: $390|Avg: $380

100%

#215

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G

MSRP: $430|Avg: $270

100%

#216

Core i7-9700

MSRP: $333|Avg: $150

99%

#217

Core i5-13500TE

MSRP: $235|Avg: $250

98%

#218

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

MSRP: $294|Avg: $76

98%

#219

Ryzen 7 PRO 5845

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#220

Athlon PRO 300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#221

Athlon Gold 3150G

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

97%

#222

Core i7-9800X

MSRP: $589|Avg: $210

97%

#223

Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $235

96%

#224

Ryzen 9 5900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $395

96%

#225

Ryzen 5 7600X3D

MSRP: $299|Avg: $300

96%

#226

Ryzen 5 1600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $144

59%

#226

Core i5-14500T

MSRP: $232|Avg: $267

96%

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 Core i3-8100T (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-4712MQ	Core i3-8100T
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($60)	✅ More affordable ($59)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4712MQ (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-4712MQ	Core i3-8100T
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($60)	✅ More affordable ($59)

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 i7-4712MQ Benchmark Check

Core i3-8100T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4712MQ and Core i3-8100T

Core i7-4712MQ

The Core i7-4712MQ 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 2.3 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: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,315 points. Launch price was $378.

Core i3-8100T

The Core i3-8100T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 5,257 points. Launch price was $117.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-4712MQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i3-8100T's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i7-4712MQ versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i3-8100T — a 6.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-4712MQ (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i7-4712MQ uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i3-8100T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4712MQ scores 5,315 against the Core i3-8100T's 5,257 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i7-4712MQ. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4712MQ vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-8100T.

Feature	Core i7-4712MQ	Core i3-8100T
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz+6%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	2.3 GHz	3.1 GHz+35%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+33%	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
PassMark	5,315+1%	5,257

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4712MQ uses the PGA946 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-8100T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-4712MQ	Core i3-8100T
Socket	PGA946	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity	—	64 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-4712MQ) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-8100T). The Core i3-8100T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Core i7-4712MQ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8100T targets Desktop.

Feature	Core i7-4712MQ	Core i3-8100T
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 630
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-4712MQ launched at $378 MSRP, while the Core i3-8100T debuted at $117. At current prices ($60 vs $59), the Core i3-8100T is $1 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4712MQ delivers 88.6 pts/$ vs 89.1 pts/$ for the Core i3-8100T — making the Core i3-8100T the 0.6% better value option.