Ryzen 5 7600X vs Core i7-840QM
Ryzen 5 7600X
Core i7-840QM
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 7600X
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-840QM
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 7600X | Core i7-840QM |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($178) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clarksfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 7600X | Core i7-840QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($178) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Ryzen 5 7600X and Core i7-840QM
Ryzen 5 7600X
The Ryzen 5 7600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,325 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i7-840QM
The Core i7-840QM 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 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 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. Passmark benchmark score: 2,025 points. Launch price was $568.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 7600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i7-840QM offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Ryzen 5 7600X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7600X versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-840QM — a 49.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X (base: 4.7 GHz vs 1.86 GHz). The Ryzen 5 7600X uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Core i7-840QM uses Clarksfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 7600X scores 28,325 against the Core i7-840QM's 2,025 — a 173.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,900 vs 390, a 152.6% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 13,800 vs 1,050 (171.7% advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X). L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 7600X vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-840QM.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7600X | Core i7-840QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+66% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.7 GHz+153% | 1.86 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total)+300% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+2300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm-89% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) | Clarksfield (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 28,325+1299% | 2,025 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 15,300 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,900+644% | 390 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 13,800+1214% | 1,050 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 7600X uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i7-840QM uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 5 7600X versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i7-840QM — the Ryzen 5 7600X supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 7600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 5 7600X) vs 16 (Core i7-840QM) — the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 5 7600X) and PM55,HM55,QM57,HM57 (Core i7-840QM).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7600X | Core i7-840QM |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+150% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200+67% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+1500% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+75% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 7600X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 5 7600X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7600X) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-840QM). The Ryzen 5 7600X includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Core i7-840QM requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 7600X targets Gaming, Core i7-840QM targets Laptop. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 7600X rivals Intel Core i5-13600K.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7600X | Core i7-840QM |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Gaming | Laptop |
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