Core i7-620UM vs Athlon II N370
Core i7-620UM
Athlon II N370
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 i7-620UM is positioned at rank 1228 and the Athlon II N370 is on rank 923, so the Athlon II N370 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-620UM
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II N370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-620UM | Athlon II N370 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($278) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Champlain (2010−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-620UM | Athlon II N370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2665%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($278) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 i7-620UM and Athlon II N370
Core i7-620UM
The Core i7-620UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.06 GHz, with boost up to 2.13 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800. Passmark benchmark score: 1,091 points. Launch price was $278.
Athlon II N370
The Athlon II N370 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.5 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,085 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-620UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Athlon II N370's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.13 GHz on the Core i7-620UM versus 2.5 GHz on the Athlon II N370 — a 16% clock advantage for the Athlon II N370. The Core i7-620UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon II N370 uses Champlain (2010−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-620UM scores 1,091 against the Athlon II N370's 1,085 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-620UM. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 350 vs 220, a 45.6% lead for the Core i7-620UM that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 700 vs 420 (50% advantage for the Core i7-620UM).
| Feature | Core i7-620UM | Athlon II N370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.13 GHz | 2.5 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 1.06 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Champlain (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,091 | 1,085 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 350+59% | 220 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 700+67% | 420 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-620UM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon II N370 uses S1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-620UM) vs 0 (Athlon II N370) — the Core i7-620UM offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM55,QM57 (Core i7-620UM) and RS880M,SB850 (Athlon II N370).
| Feature | Core i7-620UM | Athlon II N370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1288 | S1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core i7-620UM) vs AMD-V (Athlon II N370). The Core i7-620UM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake)), while the Athlon II N370 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-620UM targets Ultra-Portable Laptop, Athlon II N370 targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i7-620UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9600; Athlon II N370 rivals Pentium P6100.
| Feature | Core i7-620UM | Athlon II N370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Ultra-Portable Laptop | Legacy Laptop |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-620UM launched at $278 MSRP, while the Athlon II N370 debuted at $60.
| Feature | Core i7-620UM | Athlon II N370 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $278 | $60-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $10 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2010 |
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