Intel Core i7-3720QM vs Intel Core i7-3840QM

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Intel Core i7-3720QM or Intel Core i7-3720QM – 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 i7-3720QM features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2012 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-3720QM, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1224 socket.
The Intel Core i7-3840QM features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2012 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition series.
To use the Intel Core i7-3840QM, you'll need a motherboard with a PGA 988 socket.
Mobile Segment Mobile
3 Generation 3
Intel Core i7-3720QM Name Intel Core i7-3840QM
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition
Intel Core i 3000M Group Intel Core i 3000M
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-3720QM has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-3720QM is 2.6 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.6 GHz.
The Intel Core i7-3840QM has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-3840QM is 2.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.8 GHz.
3.6 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.8 GHz
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
8 Threads 8
normal Core architecture normal
No Overclocking Yes
2.6 GHz Frequency 2.8 GHz
4x Cores 4x
4 CPU Cores 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-3720QM has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-3720QM uses the Intel HD Graphics 4000, which has 128 texture shaders
and 16 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i7-3840QM has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-3840QM uses the Intel HD Graphics 4000, which has 128 texture shaders
128 Shaders 128
Q1/2011 Release date Q1/2011
0.65 GHz GPU frequency 0.65 GHz
7 Generation 7
22 nm Technology 22 nm
1.25 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.3 GHz
-- Max. displays --
16 Execution units 16
Intel HD Graphics 4000 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 4000
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
11.0 Direct X 11.0
 
 

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 No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
No VP9 No
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode JPEG Decode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
No AV1 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
32.0 GB Max. Memory 32.0 GB
No ECC No
Yes AES-NI Yes
DDR3L-1600, DDR3L-1333, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR3L-1600, DDR3L-1333, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 45 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.
45 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 45 W
105 °C Tjunction max 105 °C
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-3720QM is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i7-3840QM is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
Q2/2012 Release date Q3/2012
-- Part Number --
Ivy Bridge H Architecture Ivy Bridge H
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
22 nm Technology 22 nm
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
363 $ Release price 568 $
BGA 1224 Socket PGA 988
6.0 MB L3-Cache 8.0 MB
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