Core i7-5850EQ vs Core i3-9300

Core i7-5850EQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2015

Core i3-9300

4 Cores4 Thrd62 WWMax: 4.3 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-5850EQ

4 / 8

7,036

0.0%

7,105

+1.0%

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 i7-5850EQ is positioned at rank #954 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 i7-5850EQ

#942

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1814%

#943

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1788%

#944

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1641%

#945

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1634%

#946

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1619%

#948

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1563%

#949

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1499%

#950

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1497%

#951

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1456%

#954

Core i7-5850EQ

MSRP: $435|Avg: $370

100%

#956

Core i7-4810MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

99%

#959

Celeron Dual-Core T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

99%

#960

Celeron 4305UE

MSRP: $107|Avg: $107

98%

#963

Core i7-10510U

MSRP: $409|Avg: N/A

97%

#968

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9300

#185

Core i5-10505

MSRP: $192|Avg: $120

106%

#186

Ryzen 3 4300G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $100

105%

#187

Ryzen 9 3950X

MSRP: $749|Avg: $389

105%

#188

Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G

MSRP: $165|Avg: $165

104%

#189

Ryzen 7 4700GE

MSRP: $299|Avg: $200

104%

#190

Core i5-10400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $100

103%

#191

Core i5-10600KF

MSRP: $250|Avg: $145

103%

#192

Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE

MSRP: $99|Avg: $70

103%

#193

Core i9-12900F

MSRP: $494|Avg: $370

102%

#194

Core i5-12400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $195

102%

#195

Ryzen 5 7400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

101%

#196

Ryzen 9 9900X3D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $589

101%

#197

Ryzen 5 5600X3D

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

101%

#198

Core i3-9350KF

MSRP: $173|Avg: $80

100%

#199

Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE

MSRP: $220|Avg: $220

100%

#200

Core i3-9300

MSRP: $143|Avg: $75

100%

#201

Ryzen 7 3800XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $249

99%

#202

Core i5-11400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $140

98%

#203

Core i3-10305

MSRP: $149|Avg: $100

97%

#204

Core i3-9320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $80

97%

#205

Core i3-10105

MSRP: $122|Avg: $90

97%

#206

Core i3-13100E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#207

Core i9-13900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $536

96%

#208

Processor 300

MSRP: $82|Avg: $80

96%

#209

Ryzen 5 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $145

96%

#210

Ryzen 5 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $80

95%

#211

Core i9-14900KS

MSRP: $749|Avg: $670

95%

#212

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

MSRP: $449|Avg: $384

94%

#213

Core i3-8100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $59

94%

#214

Core i7-13700E

MSRP: $390|Avg: $380

94%

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 i3-9300 (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-5850EQ	Core i3-9300
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($370)	✅ More affordable ($75)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-5850EQ (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-5850EQ	Core i3-9300
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+398%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($370)	✅ More affordable ($75)

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 i7-5850EQ Benchmark Check

Core i3-9300 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-5850EQ and Core i3-9300

Core i7-5850EQ

The Core i7-5850EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 7,036 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i3-9300

The Core i3-9300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 7,105 points. Launch price was $143.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-5850EQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i3-9300's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Core i7-5850EQ versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-9300 — a 45.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-9300. The Core i7-5850EQ uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-9300 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-5850EQ scores 7,036 against the Core i3-9300's 7,105 — a 1% lead for the Core i3-9300. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Core i7-5850EQ vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-9300.

Feature	Core i7-5850EQ	Core i3-9300
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 4
Boost Clock	2.7 GHz	4.3 GHz+59%
Base Clock	—	3.7 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Broadwell (2015−2019)	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
PassMark	7,036	7,105
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,498
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	4,025

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-5850EQ) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-9300). The Core i3-9300 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Core i7-5850EQ requires a dedicated GPU.

Feature	Core i7-5850EQ	Core i3-9300
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 630
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-5850EQ launched at $435 MSRP, while the Core i3-9300 debuted at $143. At current prices ($370 vs $75), the Core i3-9300 is $295 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-5850EQ delivers 19.0 pts/$ vs 94.7 pts/$ for the Core i3-9300 — making the Core i3-9300 the 133.1% better value option.