Athlon 240GE vs Core i7-2860QM

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

4561

Passmark Score

4597

Performance Difference

Core i7-2860QM is 0.8% faster than Athlon 240GE

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i7-2860QM performs 0.8% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Athlon 240GE and Core i7-2860QM.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Athlon 240GE and Core i7-2860QM

AMD

Athlon 240GE

The Athlon 240GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 4,561 points. Launch price was $75.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Athlon
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$75
Release Date:21 December 2018 (6 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Zen (2017−2020)
Performance Ranking Position:1934

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:4
Die Size:209.78 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:4 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.5 GHz
Multiplicador:35
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.5 GHz
Transistor Count:4,800 million
Process Technology:14 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):35 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Dual-channel
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:42.671 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:64 GB
Intel

Core i7-2860QM

The Core i7-2860QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,597 points. Launch price was $568.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Series:Intel Core i7
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$568
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:4 September 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:1929

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:8
Die Size:216 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:256K (per core)
L3 Cache:8 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.6 GHz
Multiplicador:25
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.5 GHz
Transistor Count:1,160 million
Type De Autocarro:DMI 2.0
Process Technology:32 nm
Max Core Temperature:100 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 5 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:PGA988
Power Consumption (TDP):45 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:25.598 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:32 GB

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