Pentium Gold G5600 vs Core i7-2675QM

Pentium Gold G5600

2 Cores4 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2018

Core i7-2675QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Pentium Gold G5600

2 / 4

3,844

0.0%

3,913

+1.8%

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2675QM

#1058

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2835%

#1059

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2793%

#1060

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2564%

#1061

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2553%

#1062

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2529%

#1064

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2443%

#1065

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2342%

#1066

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2338%

#1067

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2275%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

100%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

99%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

99%

#1076

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

99%

#1078

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

97%

#1082

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

97%

#1083

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1084

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

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 Pentium Gold G5600 (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pentium Gold G5600	Core i7-2675QM
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-2675QM (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pentium Gold G5600	Core i7-2675QM
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)

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.

Pentium Gold G5600 Benchmark Check

Core i7-2675QM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium Gold G5600 and Core i7-2675QM

Pentium Gold G5600

The Pentium Gold G5600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,844 points. Launch price was $93.

Core i7-2675QM

The Core i7-2675QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1224. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 3,913 points. Launch price was $378.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Gold G5600 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i7-2675QM offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-2675QM has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Pentium Gold G5600 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-2675QM — a 22.9% clock advantage for the Pentium Gold G5600 (base: 3.9 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Pentium Gold G5600 uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-2675QM uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Gold G5600 scores 3,844 against the Core i7-2675QM's 3,913 — a 1.8% lead for the Core i7-2675QM. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Pentium Gold G5600 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-2675QM.

Feature	Pentium Gold G5600	Core i7-2675QM
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz+26%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	3.9 GHz+77%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	6 MB (total)+50%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-56%	32 nm
Architecture	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	3,844	3,913+2%
Cinebench R23 Multi	2,200	—
Geekbench 6 Single	837	—

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Gold G5600 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-2675QM uses FCBGA1224 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4 2400 MHz on the Pentium Gold G5600 versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i7-2675QM — the Pentium Gold G5600 supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium Gold G5600 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	Pentium Gold G5600	Core i7-2675QM
Socket	LGA1151	FCBGA1224
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4 2400 MHz+33%	DDR3-1333
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. Virtualization support: true (Pentium Gold G5600) vs VT-x (Core i7-2675QM). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 630 (Pentium Gold G5600) and HD Graphics 3000 (Core i7-2675QM) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium Gold G5600 targets Desktop, Core i7-2675QM targets Mobile.