Core i7-7Y75 vs Celeron 7305

Core i7-7Y75

2 Cores4 Thrd4.5 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2016

Celeron 7305

5 Cores5 Thrd15 WWMax: 1.1 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-7Y75

2 / 4

2,534

+0.6%

2,520

0.0%

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 i7-7Y75 is positioned at rank 1181 and the Celeron 7305 is on rank 890, so the Celeron 7305 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 i7-7Y75

#1169

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4549%

#1170

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4482%

#1171

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

4115%

#1172

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

4096%

#1173

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

4059%

#1175

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3919%

#1176

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3758%

#1177

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3752%

#1178

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3651%

#1181

Core i7-7Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $285

100%

#1183

Core i7-4500U

MSRP: $398|Avg: N/A

97%

#1185

Athlon Neo X2 L325

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

95%

#1186

Core i3-2370M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

#1187

Core i3-3217UE

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

94%

#1188

Celeron T3000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $54

93%

#1189

Core m7-6Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $393

93%

#1190

Core M-5Y10

MSRP: $281|Avg: $20

91%

#1193

Celeron 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

87%

#1194

Pentium T3400

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

87%

#1195

Core 2 Solo SU3500

MSRP: $262|Avg: $15

87%

#1196

Core 2 Duo E8335

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 7305

#878

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1490%

#879

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1468%

#880

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1348%

#881

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1342%

#882

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1330%

#884

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1284%

#885

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1231%

#886

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1229%

#887

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1196%

#890

Celeron 7305

MSRP: $128|Avg: $107

100%

#891

E-300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

100%

#892

Core i7-7820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#895

Pentium B940

MSRP: $134|Avg: $11

99%

#896

Core i5-8305G

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

99%

#897

Celeron 6305

MSRP: $107|Avg: $80

99%

#900

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

97%

#902

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

96%

#904

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron 7305 (2022) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200, LPDDR5-5200, LPDDR4x-4267, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-7Y75	Celeron 7305
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($285)	✅ More affordable ($107)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-U (2022) / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-7Y75 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-7Y75	Celeron 7305
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+165%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($285)	✅ More affordable ($107)

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 i7-7Y75 Benchmark Check

Celeron 7305 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-7Y75 and Celeron 7305

Core i7-7Y75

The Core i7-7Y75 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,534 points. Launch price was $393.

Celeron 7305

The Celeron 7305 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Alder Lake-U (2022) architecture. It features 5 cores and 5 threads. Max frequency: 1.1 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200, LPDDR5-5200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 2,520 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-7Y75 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron 7305 offers 5 cores / 5 threads — the Celeron 7305 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-7Y75 versus 1.1 GHz on the Celeron 7305 — a 106.4% clock advantage for the Core i7-7Y75. The Core i7-7Y75 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron 7305 uses Alder Lake-U (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7Y75 scores 2,534 against the Celeron 7305's 2,520 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-7Y75. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-7Y75 vs 8 MB (total) on the Celeron 7305.

Feature	Core i7-7Y75	Celeron 7305
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	5 / 5+150%
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz+227%	1.1 GHz
Base Clock	1.3 GHz	—
L3 Cache	4 MB	8 MB (total)+100%
L2 Cache	512 kB	1.25 MB (per core)+150%
Process	14 nm	Intel 7 nm-50%
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Alder Lake-U (2022)
PassMark	2,534	2,520
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	1,422
Geekbench 6 Single	—	641
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,598

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-7Y75 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron 7305 uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-7Y75	Celeron 7305
Socket	FCBGA1515	FCBGA1744
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR5-4800
Max RAM Capacity	—	64 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	20

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-7Y75) / VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 7305). The Celeron 7305 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 12th Gen), while the Core i7-7Y75 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 7305 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron 7305 rivals Ryzen 3 7320U.

Feature	Core i7-7Y75	Celeron 7305
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics for 12th Gen
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-7Y75 launched at $393 MSRP, while the Celeron 7305 debuted at $128. At current prices ($285 vs $107), the Celeron 7305 is $178 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-7Y75 delivers 8.9 pts/$ vs 23.6 pts/$ for the Celeron 7305 — making the Celeron 7305 the 90.4% better value option.