Core i7-7700 vs Processor U300
Core i7-7700
Processor U300
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 i7-7700 is positioned at rank 574 and the Processor U300 is on rank 488, so the Processor U300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7700
Performance Per Dollar Processor U300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-7700 | Processor U300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($102) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-U (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-7700 | Processor U300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+71%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($102) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
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 i7-7700 and Processor U300
Core i7-7700
The Core i7-7700 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 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,642 points. Launch price was $303.
Processor U300
The Processor U300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 5 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,897 points. Launch price was $193.
Processing Power
The Core i7-7700 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Processor U300 offers 5 cores / 6 threads — the Processor U300 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i7-7700 versus 4.4 GHz on the Processor U300 — a 4.7% clock advantage for the Processor U300 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Core i7-7700 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Processor U300 uses Raptor Lake-U (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7700 scores 8,642 against the Processor U300's 8,897 — a 2.9% lead for the Processor U300. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Processor U300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 5 / 6+25% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.4 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+200% | 1.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Raptor Lake-U (2023) |
| PassMark | 8,642 | 8,897+3% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 1,435 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-7700 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Processor U300 uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Processor U300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FCBGA1744 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-7700) / not specified (Processor U300). The Core i7-7700 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Processor U300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-7700 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i7-7700 rivals Ryzen 5 1600.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Processor U300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-7700 launched at $272 MSRP, while the Processor U300 debuted at $193. At current prices ($102 vs $180), the Core i7-7700 is $78 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-7700 delivers 84.7 pts/$ vs 49.4 pts/$ for the Processor U300 — making the Core i7-7700 the 52.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Processor U300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $272 | $193-29% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $102-43% | $180 |
| Performance per Dollar | 84.7+71% | 49.4 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2023 |
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