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Overview

The Core i7-7Y75 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,534 points. Launch price was $393.

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 Core i7-7Y75

#326

Pentium 2030M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

117%

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Celeron N3350

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117%

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Core i7-2675QM

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116%

#329

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

115%

#330

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

112%

#331

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

108%

#332

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

108%

#333

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

106%

#334

Pentium T3400

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

106%

#335

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

105%

#336

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

105%

#337

Core i5-2450M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

104%

#338

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

103%

#339

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

101%

#340

Core i5-2430M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

101%

#341

Core i7-7Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $285

100%

#342

Core i5-2410M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

98%

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Core m3-7Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

97%

#344

Core i3-3130M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

95%

#345

Core i5-560M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

95%

#346

Core m5-6Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

94%

#347

Core i5-5350U

MSRP: $315|Avg: N/A

92%

#348

Core i7-3520M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

92%

#349

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

92%

#350

Core i7-3555LE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $280

90%

#351

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

87%

#352

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

87%

#353

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

87%

#354

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

87%

#355

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

86%

#356

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i7-7Y75 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i7-7Y75 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-7Y75 is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.6 GHz from a base frequency of 1.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,534, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i7-7Y75
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,534

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-7Y75 fits into the FCBGA1515 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Core i7-7Y75
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Core i7
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1515
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Core i7-7Y75 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 4.5 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i7-7Y75
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	4.5 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $285 (MSRP: $393), the Core i7-7Y75 delivers 9 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2382 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i7-7Y75
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$393
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$285
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$393
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2382
Release DateLaunch date	30 August 2016 (9 years ago)
Release Year	2016
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Core i7
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$393
Release Date	30 August 2016 (9 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
Performance Ranking Position	2382

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	2
Threads	4
Bus Type	OPI
L1 Cache	128 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB
L3 Cache	4 MB
Bus Speed	4 GT/s
Multiplier	13
Max Frequency	3.6 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.3 GHz
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-