Core i5-7440EQ vs Phenom II X6 1100T BE

CPU

GPU

Core i5-7440EQ

4 Cores4 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2017

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Phenom II X6 1100T BE

6 Cores6 Thrd125 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2010

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-7440EQ

4 / 4

5,711

0.0%

Phenom II X6 1100T BE

6 / 6

5,745

+0.6%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i5-7440EQ

2017

Why buy it

✅Costs $15 less on MSRP ($250 MSRP vs $265 MSRP).
✅Draws 45W instead of 125W, a 80W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with HD Graphics 630, while Phenom II X6 1100T BE needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Phenom II X6 1100T BE across 2 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (5,711 vs 5,745).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Phenom II X6 1100T BE.

Phenom II X6 1100T BE

2010

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +6.3% higher average FPS across 2 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core i5-7440EQ.

Trade-offs

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6% HIGHER MSRP
$265 MSRPvs$250 MSRP
❌177.8% higher power demand at 125W vs 45W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i5-7440EQ can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Core i5-7440EQ

2017

Phenom II X6 1100T BE

2010

Why buy it

✅Costs $15 less on MSRP ($250 MSRP vs $265 MSRP).
✅Draws 45W instead of 125W, a 80W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with HD Graphics 630, while Phenom II X6 1100T BE needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +6.3% higher average FPS across 2 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core i5-7440EQ.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Phenom II X6 1100T BE across 2 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (5,711 vs 5,745).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Phenom II X6 1100T BE.

Trade-offs

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6% HIGHER MSRP
$265 MSRPvs$250 MSRP
❌177.8% higher power demand at 125W vs 45W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i5-7440EQ can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Phenom II X6 1100T BE better than Core i5-7440EQ?

Yes. Phenom II X6 1100T BE is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 6.3% average FPS lead across 2 shared CPU game tests in our data and 0.6% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Phenom II X6 1100T BE is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 6.3% more average FPS across 2 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Phenom II X6 1100T BE is the better fit. You are getting 0.6% better PassMark, backed by 6 cores and 6 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Phenom II X6 1100T BE is the smarter buy by a wide margin for a fresh build. Phenom II X6 1100T BE is 6.0% more expensive on MSRP at $265 MSRP versus $250 MSRP, and it gives you a 6.3% average FPS lead across 2 shared CPU game tests in our data. Core i5-7440EQ only looks stronger on raw value math because it is extremely cheap, but that is mostly used-market pricing on an obsolete 2017 platform. Even with 5.4% better value on paper (22.8 vs 21.7 PassMark/$), it really only makes sense as a very cheap stopgap or a niche existing-platform option for someone already on that older DDR4-era platform.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i5-7440EQ is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2017 vs 2010). That makes it the safer long-term pick.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i5-7440EQ Benchmark Check

Phenom II X6 1100T BE Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i5-7440EQ	Phenom II X6 1100T BE
1080p
low	143 FPS	144 FPS
medium	130 FPS	140 FPS
high	103 FPS	113 FPS
ultra	80 FPS	93 FPS
1440p
low	139 FPS	137 FPS
medium	107 FPS	116 FPS
high	84 FPS	92 FPS
ultra	65 FPS	75 FPS
4K
low	66 FPS	63 FPS
medium	55 FPS	56 FPS
high	42 FPS	44 FPS
ultra	34 FPS	35 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i5-7440EQ	Phenom II X6 1100T BE
1080p
low	143 FPS	144 FPS
medium	143 FPS	144 FPS
high	134 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	102 FPS	139 FPS
1440p
low	143 FPS	144 FPS
medium	124 FPS	144 FPS
high	114 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	125 FPS
4K
low	116 FPS	144 FPS
medium	101 FPS	137 FPS
high	79 FPS	122 FPS
ultra	58 FPS	93 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i5-7440EQ	Phenom II X6 1100T BE
1080p
low	143 FPS	144 FPS
medium	143 FPS	144 FPS
high	143 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	143 FPS	144 FPS
1440p
low	143 FPS	144 FPS
medium	143 FPS	144 FPS
high	143 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	143 FPS	144 FPS
4K
low	143 FPS	144 FPS
medium	143 FPS	144 FPS
high	143 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	124 FPS	134 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i5-7440EQ	Phenom II X6 1100T BE
1080p
low	143 FPS	144 FPS
medium	143 FPS	144 FPS
high	143 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	143 FPS	144 FPS
1440p
low	143 FPS	144 FPS
medium	143 FPS	144 FPS
high	143 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	143 FPS	144 FPS
4K
low	143 FPS	144 FPS
medium	143 FPS	144 FPS
high	143 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	143 FPS	144 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7440EQ and Phenom II X6 1100T BE

Core i5-7440EQ

The Core i5-7440EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 5,711 points. Launch price was $250.

Phenom II X6 1100T BE

The Phenom II X6 1100T BE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Thuban (2010) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,745 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-7440EQ packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Phenom II X6 1100T BE offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Phenom II X6 1100T BE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Core i5-7440EQ versus 3.7 GHz on the Phenom II X6 1100T BE — a 24.2% clock advantage for the Phenom II X6 1100T BE. The Core i5-7440EQ uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Phenom II X6 1100T BE uses Thuban (2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7440EQ scores 5,711 against the Phenom II X6 1100T BE's 5,745 — a 0.6% lead for the Phenom II X6 1100T BE. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 892 vs 508, a 54.9% lead for the Core i5-7440EQ that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Core i5-7440EQ vs 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X6 1100T BE.

Feature	Core i5-7440EQ	Phenom II X6 1100T BE
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	6 / 6+50%
Boost Clock	2.9 GHz	3.7 GHz+28%
Base Clock	—	3.3 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	512 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Thuban (2010)
PassMark	5,711	5,745
Geekbench 6 Single	892+76%	508
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,937	—

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Memory & Platform

Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i5-7440EQ versus DDR3-1333 / DDR2-1066 on the Phenom II X6 1100T BE — the Core i5-7440EQ supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-7440EQ supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: 100-series,CM230 (Core i5-7440EQ) and AMD 870,880G,890FX,970,990FX (Phenom II X6 1100T BE).

Feature	Core i5-7440EQ	Phenom II X6 1100T BE
Socket	—	AM3
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400+33%	DDR3-1333 / DDR2-1066
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB+100%	32 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Only the Phenom II X6 1100T BE has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-7440EQ) vs AMD-V (Phenom II X6 1100T BE). The Core i5-7440EQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Phenom II X6 1100T BE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7440EQ targets Budget, Phenom II X6 1100T BE targets Enthusiast Legacy. Direct competitor: Core i5-7440EQ rivals Ryzen Embedded V1605B.

Feature	Core i5-7440EQ	Phenom II X6 1100T BE
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	HD Graphics 630	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	Budget	Enthusiast Legacy

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-7440EQ launched at $250 MSRP, while the Phenom II X6 1100T BE debuted at $265. On MSRP ($250 vs $265), the Core i5-7440EQ is $15 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-7440EQ delivers 22.8 pts/$ vs 21.7 pts/$ for the Phenom II X6 1100T BE — making the Core i5-7440EQ the 5.2% better value option.