Intel Core i7-2637M vs AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G

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Intel Core i7-2637M or Intel Core i7-2637M – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i7-2637M features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-2637M, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1023 socket.
The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2019 and belongs to the 2 generation of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO series.
To use the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G, you'll need a motherboard with a AM4 (PGA 1331) socket.
Intel Core i7 Family AMD Ryzen 5 PRO
Mobile Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i7-2637M Name AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
Intel Core i 2000M Group AMD Ryzen 3000G
2 Generation 2
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-2637M has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-2637M is 1.7 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.8 GHz.
The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G is 3.7 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.2 GHz.
2x Cores 4x
None None 4.0 GHz
1.7 GHz Frequency 3.7 GHz
2 CPU Cores 4
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking Yes
4 Threads 8
2.8 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 4.2 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-2637M has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-2637M uses the Intel HD Graphics 3000, which has 96 texture shaders
and 12 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G uses the AMD Radeon Vega 11 Graphics, which has 704 texture shaders
and 11 execution units.
1.2 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
Q1/2011 Release date Q1/2018
12 Execution units 11
10.1 Direct X 12
-- Max. displays --
96 Shaders 704
Intel HD Graphics 3000 GPU name AMD Radeon Vega 11 Graphics
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 1.4 GHz
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
6 Generation 8
32 nm Technology 14 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
No VP8 Decode / Encode
No VP9 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
No JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode / Encode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 8.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
8.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
21.3 GB/s Bandwidth 46.9 GB/s
DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333 Memory type DDR4-2933
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC Yes
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 17 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts.
None TDP down 45 W
17 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
100 °C Tjunction max 95 °C
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-2637M is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G is manufactured using a 12 nm process.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q2/2011 Release date Q2/2019
BGA 1023 Socket AM4 (PGA 1331)
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
4.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Sandy Bridge H Architecture Picasso (Zen+)
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization AMD-V, SVM
280 $ Release price 165 $
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Chiplet
32 nm Technology 12 nm
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
4C 8T @ 3.7 GHz
3660
3660
Intel Core i7-2637M
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
1226
1226

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
4C 8T @ 3.7 GHz
3660
3660
Intel Core i7-2637M
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
898
898

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
4C 8T @ 3.7 GHz
1183
1183
Intel Core i7-2637M
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
467
467