Geekbench5 - Single Core score 282 points with a i7-720QM
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Hardware: Intel Core i7 720QM
Specs:CPUID : Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 CPU Q 720 @ 1.60GHz
Architecture : x86
Codename : Clarksfield
L3 Cache : 6MB
Clock : 1.60GHz - 2.80GHz
Core/Thread : 4/8
TDP : 45W
Technology : 45nm
Socket : PGA988
IGPU : -
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Software: Geekbench5 - Single Core
Score: 282 points
About: Geekbench5 - Single CoreGeekbench 5 – Single Core is a popular benchmark designed to measure the single-core (single-threaded) performance of a processor in performing various computational tasks. This benchmark is very important because many common applications, including browsers, productivity software, and most games, still rely heavily on the speed of a single CPU core to execute instructions efficiently.
In this test, Geekbench 5 runs various real-world workload simulations, such as data compression, text processing, encryption, light machine learning, and image manipulation—all performed using only one core of the tested processor. This allows users to see the raw capability of the processor architecture in handling common everyday tasks.
Geekbench 5 features improved benchmarking algorithms from previous versions. The single-core score reflects how quickly and efficiently a CPU completes a set of instructions in sequence. Processors with high scores in this test will provide a more responsive experience, especially when using applications that have not yet fully optimized multi-core performance.
In addition to being accurate and concise, Geekbench 5 also supports cross-platform compatibility across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. This enables objective and consistent performance comparisons across devices and operating systems, making it an essential tool for both general users and technology professionals.
Overall, Geekbench 5 – Single Core provides deep insights into processor efficiency in light computing scenarios. For users who want to know CPU performance in everyday applications, this benchmark is an important reference when choosing devices or comparing processor performance.
The Intel Core i7-720QM, launched in Q3 2009, was one of the first mobile quad-core processors to feature Intel's Nehalem microarchitecture, specifically the Clarksfield variant. Targeted at high-performance laptops, such as gaming machines and mobile workstations, the i7-720QM brought 4 physical cores and 8 threads to the mobile platform, thanks to Hyper-Threading Technology providing a significant boost in multi-threaded workloads like video editing, 3D rendering, and other professional-grade applications. The processor runs at a base clock speed of 1.6 GHz, but it can dynamically increase up to 2.8 GHz using Intel Turbo Boost, depending on thermal headroom and power availability.
Manufactured using a 45nm process, the i7-720QM has a TDP of 45W, which is quite high by today's mobile CPU standards. This thermal demand necessitated more robust cooling solutions in laptops that featured the chip. Unlike modern CPUs, the i7-720QM does not come with integrated graphics, which means systems based on this processor require a dedicated GPU often from AMD or NVIDIA for graphics processing and display output. As such, it was typically paired with mid-to-high-end discrete graphics cards in its time, making it a solid choice for gaming and multimedia laptops in the late 2000s and early 2010s.
While the Core i7-720QM was a powerhouse during its release, its performance and efficiency are significantly outpaced by modern CPUs built on smaller nodes and with higher IPC (Instructions Per Clock). Nevertheless, legacy laptops using the i7-720QM can still be viable for basic computing tasks like web browsing, document editing, or watching videos especially if paired with an SSD upgrade and increased RAM. Users running Windows 10 on such systems may experience some limitations, but with proper optimization and lightweight software, the CPU can still deliver a usable experience in non-demanding environments.
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Device: HP Pavilion dv3-4054TX
RAM: 4GB DDR3 Single Channel
OS: Windows 7, Windows 10
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