CPU
GPU
Core i7-7560U
Atom C3708
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 i7-7560U is positioned at rank 786 and the Atom C3708 is on rank 615, so the Atom C3708 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7560U
Performance Per Dollar Atom C3708
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-7560U | Atom C3708 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Goldmont (2016−2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-7560U | Atom C3708 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i7-7560U and Atom C3708
Core i7-7560U
The Core i7-7560U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,760 points. Launch price was $415.
Atom C3708
The Atom C3708 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont (2016−2017) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1310. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR4: 2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,750 points. Launch price was $209.
Processing Power
The Core i7-7560U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom C3708 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Atom C3708 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-7560U versus 1.7 GHz on the Atom C3708 — a 76.4% clock advantage for the Core i7-7560U (base: 2.4 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Core i7-7560U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Atom C3708 uses Goldmont (2016−2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7560U scores 3,760 against the Atom C3708's 3,750 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-7560U. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-7560U vs 16 MB on the Atom C3708.
| Feature | Core i7-7560U | Atom C3708 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 8 / 8+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+124% | 1.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+41% | 1.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 16 MB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 16 MB+3100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Goldmont (2016−2017) |
| PassMark | 3,760 | 3,750 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-7560U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom C3708 uses FCBGA1310 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Core i7-7560U versus DDR4-2133 on the Atom C3708 — the Core i7-7560U supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom C3708 supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 32 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i7-7560U) vs 16 (Atom C3708) — the Atom C3708 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Kaby Lake-U (Core i7-7560U) and Intel FCBGA1310 (Atom C3708).
| Feature | Core i7-7560U | Atom C3708 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1356 | FCBGA1310 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+53225% | DDR4-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 | 256 GB+838860700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core i7-7560U) / not specified (Atom C3708). The Core i7-7560U includes integrated graphics (Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640), while the Atom C3708 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-7560U targets Mobile.
| Feature | Core i7-7560U | Atom C3708 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
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