Core i7-4850HQ vs Processor 300T
Core i7-4850HQ
Processor 300T
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. The Core i7-4850HQ is positioned at rank #329 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4850HQ
Performance Per Dollar Processor 300T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4850HQ | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($82) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Crystalwell (2013−2014) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4850HQ | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($82) |
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 i7-4850HQ and Processor 300T
Core i7-4850HQ
The Core i7-4850HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2013 (12 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 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,139 points. Launch price was $468.
Processor 300T
The Processor 300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 6,084 points. Launch price was $82.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4850HQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Processor 300T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i7-4850HQ has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i7-4850HQ versus 3.4 GHz on the Processor 300T — a 2.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-4850HQ (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i7-4850HQ uses the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Processor 300T uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4850HQ scores 6,139 against the Processor 300T's 6,084 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i7-4850HQ. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4850HQ vs 6 MB (total) on the Processor 300T.
| Feature | Core i7-4850HQ | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz+3% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.4 GHz+48% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 22 nm | Intel 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Crystalwell (2013−2014) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 6,139 | 6,084 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4850HQ uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Processor 300T uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-4850HQ | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1364 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
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