Processor 300T vs Core i7-4900MQ

Processor 300T

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2024

Core i7-4900MQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Processor 300T

2 / 4

6,084

0.0%

6,146

+1.0%

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 Processor 300T

#249

Ryzen Embedded V2718

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

107%

#250

Core i7-8086K

MSRP: $425|Avg: $178

107%

#251

Core i3-10300T

MSRP: $157|Avg: $100

106%

#252

Core i9-10900TE

MSRP: $309|Avg: $180

106%

#253

Core i9-12900T

MSRP: $489|Avg: $378

106%

#254

Core i5-12600T

MSRP: $223|Avg: $223

105%

#255

Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $180

105%

#256

Ryzen 7 1700X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $60

53%

#256

Ryzen 5 3500X

MSRP: $155|Avg: $171

104%

#257

Core i9-14900

MSRP: $524|Avg: $589

104%

#258

Core i5-8600

MSRP: $213|Avg: $130

103%

#259

Core i3-9100TE

MSRP: $122|Avg: $60

103%

#260

Core i5-12500T

MSRP: $302|Avg: $214

103%

#261

Core i9-13900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $599

102%

#262

Core i7-11700

MSRP: $323|Avg: $274

101%

#262

Core i7-8700K

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

51%

#263

Core i9-13900T

MSRP: $549|Avg: $570

101%

#264

Processor 300T

MSRP: $82|Avg: $82

100%

#265

Athlon 3000G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $60

100%

#266

Athlon 220GE

MSRP: $65|Avg: $60

100%

#267

Ryzen 9 3900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $441

99%

#268

Core i5-10500

MSRP: $200|Avg: $178

99%

#269

Celeron G6900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $50

99%

#270

Core i9-10850K

MSRP: $453|Avg: $300

99%

#271

Core i9-13900E

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

98%

#272

Core i9-9820X

MSRP: $889|Avg: $280

98%

#273

Core i9-9900X

MSRP: $989|Avg: $300

97%

#274

Core i7-9700K

MSRP: $385|Avg: $200

97%

#274

Ryzen 7 1800X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $120

44%

#275

Core i3-10320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $140

96%

#276

Core i5-9600KF

MSRP: $262|Avg: $150

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4900MQ

#1046

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2722%

#1047

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2682%

#1048

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2462%

#1049

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2451%

#1050

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2428%

#1052

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2345%

#1053

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2249%

#1054

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2245%

#1055

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2185%

#1058

Core i7-4900MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $40

100%

#1059

Pentium Dual Core T2370

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#1060

Celeron P4505

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

99%

#1061

Pentium T4200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

99%

#1062

Core i7-2720QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1063

Pentium 2020M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

98%

#1064

Celeron P4500

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

98%

#1065

Pentium Dual Core SU4100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

97%

#1066

Processor N50

MSRP: $128|Avg: $120

97%

#1067

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

97%

#1068

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

96%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

96%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

96%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

95%

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 Processor 300T (2024) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Processor 300T	Core i7-4900MQ
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($82)	✅ More affordable ($40)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4900MQ (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Processor 300T	Core i7-4900MQ
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+107%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($82)	✅ More affordable ($40)

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.

Processor 300T Benchmark Check

Core i7-4900MQ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Processor 300T and Core i7-4900MQ

Processor 300T

The Processor 300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 6,084 points. Launch price was $82.

Core i7-4900MQ

The Core i7-4900MQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,146 points. Launch price was $568.

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Processing Power

The Processor 300T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i7-4900MQ offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-4900MQ has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Processor 300T versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-4900MQ — a 11.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-4900MQ (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Processor 300T uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i7-4900MQ uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Processor 300T scores 6,084 against the Core i7-4900MQ's 6,146 — a 1% lead for the Core i7-4900MQ. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Processor 300T vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4900MQ.

Feature	Processor 300T	Core i7-4900MQ
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz	3.8 GHz+12%
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+21%	2.8 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	8 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)+400%	256K (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm-68%	22 nm
Architecture	Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	6,084	6,146+1%

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Memory & Platform

The Processor 300T uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i7-4900MQ uses PGA946 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Processor 300T	Core i7-4900MQ
Socket	LGA1700	PGA946
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Processor 300T launched at $82 MSRP, while the Core i7-4900MQ debuted at $570. At current prices ($82 vs $40), the Core i7-4900MQ is $42 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Processor 300T delivers 74.2 pts/$ vs 153.7 pts/$ for the Core i7-4900MQ — making the Core i7-4900MQ the 69.7% better value option.