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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£310
  • Avg. price in US: ~$380
  • PassMark benchmark result: 4791
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.4 GHz

Intel Core i7 3635QM review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

3.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
3.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

2.6

Performance

18.0%

4.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.6

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.3

Power & Thermal

4.0%

6.5

Platform

1.0%

6.7

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 2.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.3

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.3

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.8

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.8

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-3635QM is a high-end quad-core mobile processor based on the 22nm Ivy Bridge architecture, featuring a 2.4 GHz base frequency that can boost up to 3.4 GHz via Intel Turbo Boost 2.0. Equipped with 4 cores, 8 threads through Hyper-Threading, and 6 MB of Intel Smart Cache, this 45W TDP CPU provides strong multitasking performance and includes integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 with a max dynamic frequency of 1.20 GHz. Main pros include its efficient 3D transistor technology for improved performance-per-watt compared to previous generations, support for up to 32 GB of DDR3L-1600 memory, and hardware virtualization (VT-x and VT-d). Significant cons include a locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, high power consumption and heat output that restrict its use to larger laptops with robust cooling, and its status as a discontinued legacy product with no modern driver or security updates.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 3635QM

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

?

Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

3.4
Intel Core i7 3635QM has a technical score of 3.35 points, which is lower than that of 96.9% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i7 3635QM has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

3.4

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

5.0
Intel Core i7 3635QM has a quality-to-price ratio of 5 points, which is lower than 96.5% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i7 3635QM belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1224
Intel Core i7 3635QM uses the FCBGA1224 CPU socket, which is older than that of 94.4% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

QM77, HM77, HM76, HM75
Intel Core i7 3635QM supports QM77, HM77, HM76, HM75 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 56.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i7 3635QM uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

4
Intel Core i7 3635QM has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

8
Intel Core i7 3635QM offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 35.3% of processors and equal to 19% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
Intel Core i7 3635QM offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.4 GHz
Intel Core i7 3635QM reaches a boost clock of 3.4 GHz which is lower than that of 83.7% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 2.4 GHz
Intel Core i7 3635QM has a base clock of 4x2.4 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

22 nm
Intel Core i7 3635QM uses a 22 nm process node, which is older than that of 84.6% of processors and equal to that of 10.1% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 22 nm
Intel Core i7 3635QM is built on the Intel 22 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 84.6% of processors and equal to that of 10.1% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

6 MB
Intel Core i7 3635QM has an L3 cache of 6 MB which is smaller than that of 60.4% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

1 MB
Intel Core i7 3635QM has an L2 cache of 1 MB which is smaller than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.6% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

256 KB
Intel Core i7 3635QM has an L1 cache of 256 KB which is smaller than that of 59.4% of processors and equal to that of 18.5% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR3
Intel Core i7 3635QM supports DDR DDR3, which is older than that of 86.3% of processors and equal to that of 13.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

1,600 MHz
Intel Core i7 3635QM supports memory speeds up to 1600 MHz, which is lower than that of 87.3% of processors and equal to 11.3% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR3-1600 MHz
Intel Core i7 3635QM supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR3-1600 MHz, which is lower than that of 87.6% of processors and equal to 8.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

32 GB
Intel Core i7 3635QM supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Intel Core i7 3635QM includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel HD Graphics 4000
Intel Core i7 3635QM uses the Intel HD Graphics 4000 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 69.5% of processors and equal to that in 2.9% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

16
Intel Core i7 3635QM has 16 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 56.5% of processors and equal to 6.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

650 MHz
Intel Core i7 3635QM has an integrated GPU clock of 650 MHz which is higher than that of 83.9% of processors and equal to that of 5.3% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode/encode), VC-1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i7 3635QM supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode/encode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 53% of processors and equal to 4.9% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

45 W
Intel Core i7 3635QM has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

45 W
Intel Core i7 3635QM has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

1 seconds
Intel Core i7 3635QM has a turbo duration of 1 seconds which is longer than that of 96.4% of processors and equal to that of 3.6% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

no
Intel Core i7 3635QM does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i7 3635QM vs the average processor

  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
    What it is: The highest safe operating junction temperature before the CPU starts throttling or protecting itself.
    When it matters: When you tune cooling or monitor thermals under load.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=100 °C

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.105 °C vs 100 °C
  • 85.7% higher GPU clock speed
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (650 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
    What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
    When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=350 MHz

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (650 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.650 MHz vs 350 MHz
  • 85.7% higher GPU clock speed
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (650 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.

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Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • 8 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has an older release date than the average processor (2,012 vs 2,020).
    September 2012
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 3635QM supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 3635QM uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,224 vs FP2).
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 3635QM does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    Intel Core i7 3635QM supports an older TPM version than the average processor (TPM 1.2 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 63.8% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (533 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 31.9% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,691 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 20.9% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 88.8% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (535 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 39.5% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,683 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 54.5% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,791 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 37.5% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 37.5% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower bus speed than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher process node than the average processor (22 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 3635QM uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Ivy Bridge vs Kaby Lake).
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 70.1% fewer transistors
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.5 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 25% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Less advanced foundry
    Intel Core i7 3635QM uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 22 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i7 3635QM supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 44.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (25.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 45.4% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (1,600 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    Intel Core i7 3635QM uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 4,000 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i7 3635QM does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • 27 seconds shorter turbo duration
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower turbo duration limit than the average processor (1 seconds vs 28 seconds). The average processor maintains turbo for 28 seconds.
  • 63.8% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (533 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (533 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.533 vs 1,471
  • 31.9% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,691 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,691 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,691 vs 2,483
  • 20.9% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 88.8% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (535 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (535 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.535 vs 4,793
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher process node than the average processor (22 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a higher process node than the average processor (22 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.22 nm vs 12 nm
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 39.5% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,683 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,683 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,683 vs 2,783
  • 54.5% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,791 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i7 3635QM has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,791 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.4,791 vs 10,532.5
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What customers like about Intel Core i7 3635QM?

  • Capable multi-core performance for demanding applications like image rendering and media encoding
  • Efficient multitasking due to 4 physical cores and 8 threads with Hyper-Threading
  • Solid idle temperatures (around 45°C) and manageable heat under load in well-cooled systems
  • Good 'Turbo Boost' capability, increasing clock speeds up to 3.4 GHz when needed
  • Fast boot times and responsive daily performance reported when paired with an SSD

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 3635QM?

  • Outdated for modern AAA gaming, with significant bottlenecks in CPU-intensive titles
  • Higher power consumption (45W TDP) can lead to shorter battery life in laptops
  • Locked multiplier prevents easy overclocking for users seeking extra performance
  • Integrated HD Graphics 4000 is weak by modern standards and unsuitable for heavy graphics tasks
  • Performance is highly dependent on the laptop's specific cooling solution to avoid thermal throttling

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cpubenchmark.net
29/06/2026
Intel Core i7-3635QM @ 2.40GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-3635QM is a late-2012, 22nm Ivy Bridge quad-core mobile processor with a 2.4 GHz base clock and 3.4 GHz Turbo, delivering an average PassMark score of approximately 6,796. It features Hyper-Threading for eight-thread performance and a 6 MB L3 cache, providing solid multitasking capabilities for its generation. Pros include the refined architecture with 3D...Read more

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itpro.com
01/07/2013
Samsung Series 7 Chronos review

The IT Pro review identifies the Samsung Series 7 Chronos as a powerful "office workhorse" and a viable, more affordable alternative to the MacBook Pro, featuring high-end quad-core performance and discrete graphics. While the machine offers a sturdy aluminum design and excellent battery life lasting over 8.5 hours, it is hindered by a slow mechanical hard drive and a somewhat heavy...Read more

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pcwelt.de
28/05/2013
PC-WELT is looking for readers to test a top-tier notebook

The Samsung Notebook Series 7 Chronos is a high-performance, brushed aluminum multimedia laptop aimed at challenging the MacBook Pro with its strong, cost-effective specifications. Key advantages include exceptional battery life, a bright matte display, and ExpressCache technology that boosts performance. The device features robust Intel Core i7 processors, JBL audio, and a backlit...Read more

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hifitest.de
15/05/2013
Samsung ATIV Book 8 880Z5E X01 - hifitest.de

The Samsung ATIV Book 8 (880Z5E-X01) is a 15.6-inch multimedia notebook featuring a powerful Intel Core i7-3635QM processor and AMD Radeon HD 8870M graphics. It boasts a high-quality aluminum chassis and a bright 1080p touch display, though it is prone to fingerprints. Key advantages include impressive JBL audio, a comfortable keyboard, and solid performance, but the user experience...Read more

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computerbase.de
01/06/2013
Intel 'Haswell' Notebook CPUs Review: Five 4th Gen Models

Intel's fourth-generation "Haswell" notebook processors, reviewed by ComputerBase, prioritize improved efficiency over raw CPU speed, offering roughly 5–10% better performance per clock than Ivy Bridge. The integration of voltage regulators significantly reduces idle power consumption, leading to vastly improved battery life, though it causes higher operating temperatures and...Read more

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gamestar.de
30/04/2013
Samsung Series 7 Chronos 770Z7E - Slim Gaming Powerhouse

The Samsung Series 7 Chronos 770Z7E is a 17-inch laptop that, according to GameStar, blends high-performance gaming hardware with a relatively slim 27mm, sturdy aluminum design. Packed with an Intel Core i7-3635QM, AMD Radeon HD 8870M, and a matte Full HD display, it serves as a capable desktop replacement that outperforms many competitors of its time in both multimedia and gaming...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
23/06/2013
Samsung Series 7 Chronos 770Z7E Review - Verdict

The Samsung Serie 7 Chronos 770Z7E is a 17-inch "desktop replacement" featuring a powerful Intel Core i7-3635QM processor, AMD Radeon HD 8870M graphics, and a bright, matte Full HD display. It boasts high-quality JBL audio, a comfortable backlit keyboard, and above-average battery life for its class. However, the device is held back by a 5400 RPM hard drive, inconsistent touchpad...Read more

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browser.geekbench.com
2012–2026 (Live-Ergebnisse)
Intel Core i7-3635QM Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Intel Core i7-3635QM is a high-performance 22nm Ivy Bridge quad-core processor featuring a 2.4 GHz base clock, 3.4 GHz Turbo Boost, and 6MB L3 cache, designed for 45W TDP laptops. Key advantages include strong multi-threaded performance and integrated HD Graphics 4000, making it suitable for intensive tasks of its era. However, the processor operates with a locked multiplier,...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
10/03/2013
Review Samsung Series 7 Chronos (770Z5E): A Powerful and Long-Lasting 15-Inch Laptop

The Intel Core i7-3635QM is a high-performance 22nm Ivy Bridge quad-core processor (45W TDP) featuring a 2.4 GHz base clock and Hyper-Threading to manage up to eight threads. Turbo Boost allows single-core speeds up to 3.4 GHz, while the integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 operates at up to 1200 MHz, offering slightly higher performance than the i7-3630QM. The processor includes...Read more

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tweakers.net
24/07/2013
Ativ Book 8: Excellent Laptop with One Huge Flaw

The Samsung ATIV Book 8, as reviewed by Tweakers, is a 15.6-inch notebook with a robust aluminum design, featuring a Core i7 processor and Radeon HD 8770M GPU, complemented by a high-quality, matte 1080p touchscreen and strong JBL audio. While offering a premium feel and decent, though not high-end, gaming capabilities, the device suffers from a critical drawback regarding its...Read more

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