Core i7-990X vs Core i5-1035G1

Core i7-990X

6 Cores12 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.73 GHz2011

Core i5-1035G1

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-990X

6 / 12

7,135

0.0%

7,174

+0.5%

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 i7-990X is positioned at rank 1046 and the Core i5-1035G1 is on rank 780, so the Core i5-1035G1 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 i7-990X

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

43658%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

41252%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

29952%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

9023%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

7147%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

6253%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

3581%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

3534%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

3218%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

3218%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

3182%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

3096%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

3053%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

3040%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

3013%

#1046

Core i7-990X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $225

100%

#1047

Phenom X4 9750B

MSRP: $215|Avg: $34

99%

#1048

Core 2 Duo E8200

MSRP: $163|Avg: $20

98%

#1049

Core 2 Quad Q9450

MSRP: $316|Avg: $15

98%

#1050

Core 2 Duo E8600

MSRP: $200|Avg: $95

96%

#1051

Core 2 Duo E6320

MSRP: $163|Avg: $5

96%

#1052

Core i7-980X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $150

96%

#1053

Athlon 64 X2 3600+

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

95%

#1054

Core 2 Duo E6420

MSRP: $183|Avg: $10

95%

#1055

Pentium D 940

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

93%

#1056

Phenom X4 9600B

MSRP: $278|Avg: $20

93%

#1057

Phenom II X3 B77

MSRP: $281|Avg: $35

92%

#1058

Core 2 Duo E6300

MSRP: $163|Avg: $5

91%

#1059

Core 2 Duo E6400

MSRP: $183|Avg: $10

90%

#1060

Core 2 Duo E8300

MSRP: $163|Avg: $20

89%

#1061

Phenom X4 9500

MSRP: $247|Avg: $30

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1035G1

#768

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1149%

#769

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1132%

#770

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1040%

#771

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1035%

#772

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1025%

#774

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

990%

#775

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

949%

#776

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

948%

#777

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

922%

#780

Core i5-1035G1

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#790

Athlon 64 TF-20

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

98%

#795

Core i3-1115G4E

MSRP: $213|Avg: $47

96%

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 i5-1035G1 (2019) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-990X	Core i5-1035G1
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Gulftown (2010−2011) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Ice Lake (Client) (2019) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-990X (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-990X	Core i5-1035G1
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 i7-990X Benchmark Check

Core i5-1035G1 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-990X and Core i5-1035G1

Core i7-990X

The Core i7-990X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.46 GHz, with boost up to 3.73 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,135 points. Launch price was $1,104.

Core i5-1035G1

The Core i5-1035G1 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake (Client) (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1526. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,174 points. Launch price was $297.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-990X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i5-1035G1 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-990X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.73 GHz on the Core i7-990X versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i5-1035G1 — a 3.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-990X (base: 3.46 GHz vs 1 GHz). The Core i7-990X uses the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-1035G1 uses Ice Lake (Client) (2019) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-990X scores 7,135 against the Core i5-1035G1's 7,174 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i5-1035G1. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-990X vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-1035G1.

Feature	Core i7-990X	Core i5-1035G1
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+50%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.73 GHz+4%	3.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.46 GHz+246%	1 GHz
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)+100%	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	32 nm	10 nm-69%
Architecture	Gulftown (2010−2011)	Ice Lake (Client) (2019)
PassMark	7,135	7,174
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	3,800
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,100
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	3,600

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-990X uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-1035G1 uses FCBGA1526 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-990X	Core i5-1035G1
Socket	LGA1366	FCBGA1526
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	—	64 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-990X) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-1035G1). The Core i5-1035G1 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics G1), while the Core i7-990X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-1035G1 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Core i5-1035G1 rivals Ryzen 5 4500U.