Core m3-7Y30 vs Phenom II X4 850
Core m3-7Y30
Phenom II X4 850
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 m3-7Y30 is positioned at rank 1116 and the Phenom II X4 850 is on rank 251, so the Phenom II X4 850 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core m3-7Y30
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X4 850
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core m3-7Y30 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) | ✅ More affordable ($28) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core m3-7Y30 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+913%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) | ✅ More affordable ($28) |
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 m3-7Y30 and Phenom II X4 850
Core m3-7Y30
The Core m3-7Y30 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 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 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: 2,418 points. Launch price was $281.
Phenom II X4 850
The Phenom II X4 850 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,441 points. Launch price was $111.
Processing Power
The Core m3-7Y30 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Phenom II X4 850 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom II X4 850 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Core m3-7Y30 versus 3.3 GHz on the Phenom II X4 850 — a 23.7% clock advantage for the Phenom II X4 850 (base: 1 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core m3-7Y30 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Phenom II X4 850 uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core m3-7Y30 scores 2,418 against the Phenom II X4 850's 2,441 — a 0.9% lead for the Phenom II X4 850. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core m3-7Y30 vs 0 kB on the Phenom II X4 850.
| Feature | Core m3-7Y30 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.3 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 1 GHz | 3.3 GHz+230% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,418 | 2,441 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 645 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 768 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,481 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core m3-7Y30 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Phenom II X4 850 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core m3-7Y30 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1515 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR3-1866 / DDR3L-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 10 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x / VT-d / EPT (Core m3-7Y30) / not specified (Phenom II X4 850). The Core m3-7Y30 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 615), while the Phenom II X4 850 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core m3-7Y30 targets Ultra-portable.
| Feature | Core m3-7Y30 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 615 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x / VT-d / EPT | — |
| Target Use | Ultra-portable | — |
Value Analysis
At current prices ($281 vs $28), the Phenom II X4 850 is $253 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core m3-7Y30 delivers 8.6 pts/$ vs 87.2 pts/$ for the Phenom II X4 850 — making the Phenom II X4 850 the 164.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core m3-7Y30 | Phenom II X4 850 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $281 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $281 | $28-90% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.6 | 87.2+914% |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2011 |
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