Core i7-7567U vs Pentium Gold G6400

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 i7-7567U is positioned at rank #751 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 i7-7567U

#739

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1075%

#740

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1059%

#741

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

972%

#742

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

968%

#743

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

959%

#745

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

926%

#746

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

888%

#747

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

886%

#748

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

863%

#751

Core i7-7567U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#757

Core i7-11370H

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

99%

#761

Core i3-N300

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Analysis: Based on specifications, the Pentium Gold G6400 shows stronger theoretical performance metrics.

Insight	Core i7-7567U	Pentium Gold G6400
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Core i7-7567U	Pentium Gold G6400
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 i7-7567U Benchmark Check

Pentium Gold G6400 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-7567U and Pentium Gold G6400

Core i7-7567U

The Core i7-7567U 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 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,095 points. Launch price was $415.

Pentium Gold G6400

The Pentium Gold G6400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 4,106 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-7567U and Pentium Gold G6400 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i7-7567U versus 4 GHz on the Pentium Gold G6400 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.5 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Core i7-7567U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium Gold G6400 uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7567U scores 4,095 against the Pentium Gold G6400's 4,106 — a 0.3% lead for the Pentium Gold G6400. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-7567U vs 4 MB (total) on the Pentium Gold G6400.

Feature	Core i7-7567U	Pentium Gold G6400
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	4 GHz	4 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz	4 GHz+14%
L3 Cache	4 MB	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512 kB+100%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Comet Lake (2020−2025)
PassMark	4,095	4,106

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-7567U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium Gold G6400 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.