Core i7-740QM vs Core Duo T2700

CPU

GPU

Core i7-740QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.93 GHz2010

Core Duo T2700

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.33 GHz2006

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-740QM

4 / 8

1,842

0.0%

1,860

+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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i7-740QM is positioned at rank 1209 and the Core Duo T2700 is on rank 1233, so the Core i7-740QM offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 i7-740QM

#1197

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

6025%

#1198

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

5936%

#1199

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

5450%

#1200

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

5425%

#1201

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

5375%

#1203

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

5191%

#1204

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

4977%

#1205

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

4969%

#1206

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

4836%

#1209

Core i7-740QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1211

Core 2 Solo SU3300

MSRP: $262|Avg: $50

98%

#1212

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

97%

#1213

Celeron U3600

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

96%

#1216

Core 2 Quad Q9000

MSRP: $348|Avg: $15

94%

#1217

Core i5-2537M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

94%

#1218

Core i7-720QM

MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A

93%

#1219

Pentium U5400

MSRP: $289|Avg: $214

91%

#1220

Pentium T2330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $7

91%

#1221

Z-01

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

88%

#1222

Pentium T2310

MSRP: $150|Avg: $14

86%

#1223

Celeron SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

84%

#1224

Core i5-560UM

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core Duo T2700

#1221

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

10441%

#1222

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

10288%

#1223

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

9445%

#1224

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

9402%

#1225

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

9316%

#1227

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

8996%

#1228

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

8626%

#1229

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

8612%

#1230

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

8381%

#1233

Core Duo T2700

MSRP: $663|Avg: N/A

100%

#1235

Pentium SU4100

MSRP: $289|Avg: $15

84%

#1236

Core Solo T1400

MSRP: $200|Avg: $5

76%

#1237

Core i7-940XM

MSRP: $1096|Avg: N/A

74%

#1238

Core Solo T1350

MSRP: $200|Avg: $70

72%

#1240

Core Solo T1300

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

65%

#1241

Core Solo T1200

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

60%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i7-740QM leads in gaming performance. However, the Core Duo T2700 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 1% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Core i7-740QM	Core Duo T2700
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($378)	⚠️ Higher cost ($663)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Clarksfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Yonah (2005−2006) / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Core i7-740QM stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 43% cheaper ($378 vs $663) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Core i7-740QM	Core Duo T2700
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+74%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($378)	⚠️ Higher cost ($663)

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 i7-740QM Benchmark Check

Core Duo T2700 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

No prediction data available

League of Legends

League of Legends

No prediction data available

Valorant

Valorant

No prediction data available

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-740QM and Core Duo T2700

Core i7-740QM

The Core i7-740QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Clarksfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.73 GHz, with boost up to 2.93 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,842 points. Launch price was $546.

Core Duo T2700

The Core Duo T2700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 July 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Yonah (2005−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.33 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 31 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 1,860 points. Launch price was $663.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-740QM packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core Duo T2700 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Core i7-740QM has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.93 GHz on the Core i7-740QM versus 2.33 GHz on the Core Duo T2700 — a 22.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-740QM (base: 1.73 GHz vs 2.33 GHz). The Core i7-740QM uses the Clarksfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core Duo T2700 uses Yonah (2005−2006) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-740QM scores 1,842 against the Core Duo T2700's 1,860 — a 1% lead for the Core Duo T2700. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-740QM vs 0 kB on the Core Duo T2700.

Feature	Core i7-740QM	Core Duo T2700
Cores / Threads	4 / 8+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.93 GHz+26%	2.33 GHz
Base Clock	1.73 GHz	2.33 GHz+35%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	2 MB+700%
Process	45 nm-31%	65 nm
Architecture	Clarksfield (2009−2010)	Yonah (2005−2006)
PassMark	1,842	1,860
Geekbench 6 Single	—	200
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	350

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-740QM uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core Duo T2700 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Core i7-740QM versus DDR2-667 on the Core Duo T2700 — the Core i7-740QM supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-740QM supports up to 8 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-740QM) vs 0 (Core Duo T2700) — the Core i7-740QM offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: PM55,HM55,QM57 (Core i7-740QM) and 945GM,945PM,945GME (Core Duo T2700).

Feature	Core i7-740QM	Core Duo T2700
Socket	PGA988	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0+82%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	1333+66550%	DDR2-667
Max RAM Capacity	8	4 GB+52428700%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Core i7-740QM) vs VT-x (Core Duo T2700). Primary use case: Core Duo T2700 targets Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i7-740QM rivals Core 2 Quad Q9000; Core Duo T2700 rivals Core 2 Duo T5600.