Pentium M 765 vs Core i7-740QM
Pentium M 765
Core i7-740QM
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 Pentium M 765 is positioned at rank 918 and the Core i7-740QM is on rank 1209, so the Pentium M 765 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 765
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-740QM
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium M 765 | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($378) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clarksfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium M 765 | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($378) |
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 Pentium M 765 and Core i7-740QM
Pentium M 765
The Pentium M 765 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,834 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i7-740QM
The Core i7-740QM 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 1.73 GHz, with boost up to 2.93 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,842 points. Launch price was $546.
Processing Power
The Pentium M 765 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Core i7-740QM offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-740QM has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Pentium M 765 versus 2.93 GHz on the Core i7-740QM — a 33% clock advantage for the Core i7-740QM (base: 2.1 GHz vs 1.73 GHz). The Pentium M 765 uses the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture (90 nm), while the Core i7-740QM uses Clarksfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium M 765 scores 1,834 against the Core i7-740QM's 1,842 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-740QM. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium M 765 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-740QM.
| Feature | Pentium M 765 | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 4 / 8+300% |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.93 GHz+40% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz+21% | 1.73 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 90 nm | 45 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Dothan (2004−2005) | Clarksfield (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 1,834 | 1,842 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium M 765 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i7-740QM uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-533 on the Pentium M 765 versus 1333 on the Core i7-740QM — the Core i7-740QM supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-740QM supports up to 8 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: 915GM,945GT (Pentium M 765) and PM55,HM55,QM57 (Core i7-740QM).
| Feature | Pentium M 765 | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-533 | 1333+66550% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB+52428700% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: false (Pentium M 765) vs true (Core i7-740QM). Direct competitor: Core i7-740QM rivals Core 2 Quad Q9000.
| Feature | Pentium M 765 | Core i7-740QM |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | false | true |
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