CPU
GPU
Core i7-940XM
Pentium 1403 v2
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 i7-940XM is positioned at rank 1237 and the Pentium 1403 v2 is on rank 708, so the Pentium 1403 v2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-940XM
Performance Per Dollar Pentium 1403 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-940XM | Pentium 1403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,096) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Clarksfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-940XM | Pentium 1403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+635%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,096) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
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 i7-940XM and Pentium 1403 v2
Core i7-940XM
The Core i7-940XM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Clarksfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.13 GHz, with boost up to 3.33 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 2,269 points. Launch price was $1,096.
Pentium 1403 v2
The Pentium 1403 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,284 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i7-940XM packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Pentium 1403 v2 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Core i7-940XM has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.33 GHz on the Core i7-940XM versus 2.6 GHz on the Pentium 1403 v2 — a 24.6% clock advantage for the Core i7-940XM (base: 2.13 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i7-940XM uses the Clarksfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Pentium 1403 v2 uses Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-940XM scores 2,269 against the Pentium 1403 v2's 2,284 — a 0.7% lead for the Pentium 1403 v2. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-940XM vs 6 MB (total) on the Pentium 1403 v2.
| Feature | Core i7-940XM | Pentium 1403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.33 GHz+28% | 2.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.13 GHz | 2.6 GHz+22% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Clarksfield (2009−2010) | Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 2,269 | 2,284 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-940XM uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium 1403 v2 uses LGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-940XM | Pentium 1403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | LGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1333 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core i7-940XM) / not specified (Pentium 1403 v2). Direct competitor: Core i7-940XM rivals Core i7-2720QM.
| Feature | Core i7-940XM | Pentium 1403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-940XM launched at $1096 MSRP, while the Pentium 1403 v2 debuted at $150.
| Feature | Core i7-940XM | Pentium 1403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1096 | $150-86% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $150 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2014 |
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