Core i7-3537U Benchmarks & Performance Report

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i7-3537U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,532 Rank: 1258

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1254	Xeon X5560	4,533	+0%
1255	A10-5800B	4,533	+0%
1256	Core i7-880	4,533	+0%
1257	Phenom II X4 970	4,532	+0%
1258	Core i7-3537U	4,532
1259	Core i5-4300U	4,529	-0.1%
1260	Core i3-7100U	4,529	-0.1%
1261	Pentium 5405U	4,529	-0.1%
1262	Core M-5Y51	4,529	-0.1%
1263	A10-6800K	4,527	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-3537U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,368 Rank: 1538

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1534	Celeron G1820	4,369	+0%
1535	Pentium 3550M	4,369	+0%
1536	PRO A6-9500	4,369	+0%
1537	Pentium G870	4,368	+0%
1538	Core i7-3537U	4,368
1539	A8-3510MX	4,367	+-0%
1540	Phenom II X3 700e	4,367	+-0%
1541	A10-5800K	4,365	-0.1%
1542	Core i7-640M	4,365	-0.1%
1543	A8-5500	4,364	-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-3537U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,642 Rank: 1182

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1178	Xeon D-1577	4,647	+0.1%
1179	Core i7 860	4,647	+0.1%
1180	Ryzen 3 3250U	4,646	+0.1%
1181	Xeon X5680	4,645	+0.1%
1182	Core i7-3537U	4,642
1183	Core i3-2120	4,641	+-0%
1184	Core M-5Y70	4,640	+-0%
1185	Athlon Silver 3050U	4,640	+-0%
1186	Core M 5Y10	4,638	-0.1%
1187	Core i7-2720QM	4,638	-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i7-3537U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,531 Rank: 1299

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1295	Core i3-2120	4,531	+0%
1296	Core i5-4258U	4,531	+0%
1297	Core i5-4300U	4,531	+0%
1298	Core i3-7100U	4,531	+0%
1299	Core i7-3537U	4,531
1300	Xeon X3220	4,531	+0%
1301	Core i5-2390T	4,531	+0%
1302	Core i7-2640M	4,530	+-0%
1303	Core i7-2620M	4,530	+-0%
1304	Phenom II X4 840	4,530	+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-3537U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,504 Rank: 1305

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1301	Core i5-650	4,505	+0%
1302	Atom C3538	4,504	+0%
1303	Core i5-4310U	4,504	+0%
1304	Core i3-7100U	4,504	+0%
1305	Core i7-3537U	4,504
1306	A10-6700T	4,504	+0%
1307	Core i3-5157U	4,504	+0%
1308	Phenom II X4 910	4,504	+0%
1309	Core m3-8100Y	4,504	+0%
1310	Atom x7-E3950	4,504	+0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-3537U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,529 Rank: 1226

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1222	Core m7-6Y75	4,529	+0%
1223	Core m5-6Y54	4,529	+0%
1224	Core i7-2655LE	4,529	+0%
1225	Xeon X5470	4,529	+0%
1226	Core i7-3537U	4,529
1227	Core i5-4250U	4,529	+0%
1228	Core i3-5010U	4,529	+0%
1229	PRO A10-8750B	4,529	+0%
1230	PRO A10-9700E	4,529	+0%
1231	Pentium G4520	4,528	+-0%

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Core i7-3537U Details

The Core i7-3537U ranks among the mid-tier processors in the 2026 benchmark landscape, positioned just below modern high-performance CPUs yet still competitive with several older mobile and desktop chips. With a multicore score of 4368 and a single-core score of 4642, it sits at #1537 in multicore and #1182 in single-core performance out of 2060 processors, indicating that while it remains relevant for basic computing tasks, it trails far behind today's top-tier CPUs. Its overall score of 4532 places it at #1257 in the broader ranking, suggesting balanced performance between single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, though it falls well short of the leading processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K.

This dual-core, four-thread processor is built on Intel's 22 nm process and features a base frequency of 2.0 GHz with a turbo boost up to 3.1 GHz. It operates at a modest 17 W TDP, making it suitable for thin and light laptops where power efficiency is prioritized over raw performance. The chip supports DDR3-1333/1600 memory across two channels, with a maximum memory capacity of 32 GB and a peak bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. It uses the FCBGA1023 socket, typical of mobile platforms from its era, and supports PCIe 2.0 with up to 16 lanes.

Integrated graphics are provided by Intel HD Graphics 4000, which runs at a base frequency of 350 MHz and can burst to 1.2 GHz under load. This GPU supports up to three displays and is adequate for basic multimedia, office applications, and light gaming. However, it lacks the compute power of modern discrete or integrated solutions and is no match for the integrated graphics in current processors.

The i7-3537U includes a range of modern features for its time, such as AVX2, AES-NI, Hyper-Threading, and Intel vPro technology, offering solid support for virtualization, encryption, and business applications. It also supports ECC memory, though this is not commonly used in consumer laptops. Despite its age—released in the early 2010s—the processor remains a functional choice for lightweight productivity tasks, web browsing, and office work, especially in older systems where power consumption and thermal constraints are key.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-3537U is best suited for users who prioritize energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness over cutting-edge performance. It remains competitive with some early-generation quad-core processors but is clearly outpaced by modern CPUs in both single-core and multicore workloads. For everyday use, it offers a reliable, low-power computing experience, but users seeking high performance for gaming, content creation, or multitasking should look to more recent processors.