Ryzen 3 3300U vs Core i7-3740QM

Ryzen 3 3300U

4 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2019

Core i7-3740QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 3 3300U

4 / 4

5,686

0.0%

FX-4350

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Core i7-3740QM

4 / 8

5,710

+0.4%

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 Ryzen 3 3300U is positioned at rank 586 and the Core i7-3740QM is on rank 761, so the Ryzen 3 3300U 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 Ryzen 3 3300U

#184

Core Ultra 7 266V

MSRP: $520|Avg: $520

98%

#574

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

774%

#575

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

763%

#576

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

700%

#577

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

697%

#578

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

691%

#580

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

667%

#581

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

639%

#582

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

638%

#583

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

621%

#586

Ryzen 3 3300U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3740QM

#748

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1094%

#749

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1078%

#750

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

990%

#751

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

985%

#752

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

976%

#754

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

943%

#755

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

904%

#756

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

903%

#757

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

878%

#760

Core i3-N300

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

100%

#761

Core i7-3740QM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#766

Core i7-1250U

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

99%

#771

Core i7-9750HF

MSRP: $395|Avg: $395

98%

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 Ryzen 3 3300U (2019) utilizes 12 nm technology and **DDR4 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Ryzen 3 3300U	Core i7-3740QM
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3740QM (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen 3 3300U	Core i7-3740QM
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

Ryzen 3 3300U Benchmark Check

Core i7-3740QM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 3 3300U and Core i7-3740QM

Ryzen 3 3300U

The Ryzen 3 3300U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,686 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i7-3740QM

The Core i7-3740QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,710 points. Launch price was $378.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 3300U packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-3740QM's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen 3 3300U versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i7-3740QM — a 5.6% clock advantage for the Core i7-3740QM (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Ryzen 3 3300U uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Core i7-3740QM uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 3300U scores 5,686 against the Core i7-3740QM's 5,710 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-3740QM. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 3300U vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-3740QM.

Feature	Ryzen 3 3300U	Core i7-3740QM
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz	3.7 GHz+6%
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	2.7 GHz+29%
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	6 MB (total)+50%
L2 Cache	512K (per core)+100%	256K (per core)
Process	12 nm-45%	22 nm
Architecture	Picasso (2019−2022)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	5,686	5,710

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 3300U uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3740QM uses PGA988 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.