Core i7-8665UE vs Core i7-3612QE

Core i7-8665UE

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2018

Core i7-3612QE

4 Cores8 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-8665UE

4 / 8

4,852

0.0%

4,929

+1.6%

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 i7-8665UE is positioned at rank 1037 and the Core i7-3612QE is on rank 1042, so the Core i7-8665UE 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 i7-8665UE

#1025

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2474%

#1026

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2438%

#1027

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2238%

#1028

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2228%

#1029

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2207%

#1031

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2132%

#1032

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2044%

#1033

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2040%

#1034

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1986%

#1037

Core i7-8665UE

MSRP: $409|Avg: $409

100%

#1038

Celeron T3300

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

99%

#1039

Celeron Dual-Core T3300

MSRP: $86|Avg: $30

99%

#1042

Core i7-3612QE

MSRP: $426|Avg: $50

98%

#1043

A10-7300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

98%

#1044

Pentium Dual Core T4200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

97%

#1045

A6 Micro-6500T

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

97%

#1046

Pentium N3520

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

96%

#1047

E2-3800

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

96%

#1048

Athlon X2 QL-66

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

95%

#1049

Athlon II Neo K145

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

95%

#1050

Celeron P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

95%

#1051

Core 2 Duo U7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

94%

#1052

Pentium 987

MSRP: $134|Avg: $20

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3612QE

#1029

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2536%

#1030

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2499%

#1031

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2294%

#1032

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2283%

#1033

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2263%

#1035

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2185%

#1036

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2095%

#1037

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2092%

#1038

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2035%

#1041

A10-7300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

100%

#1042

Core i7-3612QE

MSRP: $426|Avg: $50

100%

#1043

Pentium Dual Core T4200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

99%

#1044

A6 Micro-6500T

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#1045

Pentium N3520

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

99%

#1046

E2-3800

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

98%

#1047

Athlon X2 QL-66

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

98%

#1048

Athlon II Neo K145

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

98%

#1049

Celeron P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

97%

#1050

Core 2 Duo U7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

96%

#1051

Pentium 987

MSRP: $134|Avg: $20

96%

#1052

Core i7-4910MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $570

96%

#1053

Pentium T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

95%

#1055

Athlon X2 QL-65

MSRP: $150|Avg: $22

94%

#1056

Pentium J2850

MSRP: $94|Avg: $94

93%

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 Core i7-8665UE (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-8665UE	Core i7-3612QE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($409)	✅ More affordable ($50)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3612QE (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and **unknown Dual-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-8665UE	Core i7-3612QE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+731%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($409)	✅ More affordable ($50)

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 i7-8665UE Benchmark Check

Core i7-3612QE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-8665UE and Core i7-3612QE

Core i7-8665UE

The Core i7-8665UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,852 points. Launch price was $409.

Core i7-3612QE

The Core i7-3612QE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 4,929 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-8665UE and Core i7-3612QE share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i7-8665UE versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-3612QE — a 34.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-8665UE (base: 1.7 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i7-8665UE uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-3612QE uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-8665UE scores 4,852 against the Core i7-3612QE's 4,929 — a 1.6% lead for the Core i7-3612QE. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-8665UE vs 6144 kB (total) on the Core i7-3612QE.

Feature	Core i7-8665UE	Core i7-3612QE
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz+42%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	1.7 GHz	2.1 GHz+24%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+33%	6144 kB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	4,852	4,929+2%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	640
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,200

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-8665UE uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3612QE uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i7-8665UE versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i7-3612QE — the Core i7-8665UE supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-8665UE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.

Feature	Core i7-8665UE	Core i7-3612QE
Socket	FCBGA1528	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400+33%	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB+300%	16 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 620 (Core i7-8665UE) and Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i7-3612QE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-8665UE targets Embedded, Core i7-3612QE targets Industrial/Embedded.

Feature	Core i7-8665UE	Core i7-3612QE
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics 620	Intel HD Graphics 4000
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Embedded	Industrial/Embedded

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-8665UE launched at $409 MSRP, while the Core i7-3612QE debuted at $426. At current prices ($409 vs $50), the Core i7-3612QE is $359 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-8665UE delivers 11.9 pts/$ vs 98.6 pts/$ for the Core i7-3612QE — making the Core i7-3612QE the 157% better value option.