Core i7-3615QM

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-3615QM

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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 i7-3615QM based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,771 Rank: 1043
Rank Name Score Visual
1039 Core i3-8130U 4,778
+0.1%
1040 Core i5-3470T 4,776
+0.1%
1041 Athlon Silver 7120U 4,776
+0.1%
1042 Core i5-4200H 4,772
+0%
1043 Core i7-3615QM 4,771
1044 Core i7-3610QM 4,770
+-0%
1045 Core i7 980 4,767
-0.1%
1046 Core i3-4130T 4,767
-0.1%
1047 Xeon E3-1240 V2 4,766
-0.1%
1048 Pentium Gold G6400 4,766
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-3615QM based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,690 Rank: 976
Rank Name Score Visual
972 Core i7-3612QM 4,692
+0%
973 Core i7 940 4,692
+0%
974 Xeon W-2102 4,691
+0%
975 Xeon D-1537 4,690
+0%
976 Core i7-3615QM 4,690
977 Core i7-3630QM 4,689
+-0%
978 FX-6350 4,689
+-0%
979 Core i3-1115G4E 4,689
+-0%
980 Pentium Gold G5420T 4,687
-0.1%
981 Core i3-9100T 4,686
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-3615QM based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,825 Rank: 1057
Rank Name Score Visual
1053 Xeon E5-2628L v4 4,833
+0.2%
1054 Xeon E5-2697 v2 4,830
+0.1%
1055 Core i7-3635QM 4,828
+0.1%
1056 Core i7-2960XM 4,827
+0%
1057 Core i7-3615QM 4,825
1058 Core i5-7440HQ 4,823
+-0%
1059 Xeon Silver 4108 4,822
-0.1%
1060 Core i5-5250U 4,822
-0.1%
1061 Core i3-3225 4,821
-0.1%
1062 Ryzen 3 3200U 4,821
-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 i7-3615QM based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,626 Rank: 903
Rank Name Score Visual
899 Core i7-4702MQ 4,627
+0%
900 Core i5-7500T 4,626
+0%
901 Core i5-6400 4,626
+0%
902 Core i5-4460S 4,626
+0%
903 Core i7-3615QM 4,626
904 Xeon L5640 4,626
+0%
905 Core i7-6822EQ 4,625
+-0%
906 Atom C3758 4,625
+-0%
907 Core i7-3635QM 4,625
+-0%
908 Core i7-975 4,625
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-3615QM based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,631 Rank: 823
Rank Name Score Visual
819 Xeon X5677 4,633
+0%
820 Core i5-6600K 4,632
+0%
821 Core i7-4710HQ 4,632
+0%
822 Core i7-6700TE 4,631
+0%
823 Core i7-3615QM 4,631
824 Xeon E5645 4,631
+0%
825 Xeon D-1521 4,630
+-0%
826 Core i5-8350U 4,630
+-0%
827 Core i5-10210U 4,630
+-0%
828 Core i7-4750HQ 4,630
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-3615QM based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,634 Rank: 878
Rank Name Score Visual
874 Core i3-7350K 4,636
+0%
875 Xeon E3-1280 4,636
+0%
876 Core i3-1115G4E 4,636
+0%
877 Ryzen 5 3550H 4,635
+0%
878 Core i7-3615QM 4,634
879 Core i7-2600K 4,633
+-0%
880 Core i3-7320 4,632
+-0%
881 Core i7-970 4,632
+-0%
882 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G 4,631
-0.1%
883 Core i5-3570K 4,631
-0.1%

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Core i7-3615QM Details

The Core i7-3615QM stands as a mid-range mobile processor from Intel's 3rd generation Core series, released in 2012 as part of the Ivy Bridge family. Built on a 22 nm process and featuring a 65 W TDP, it was designed for high-performance laptops, particularly those requiring a balance of power and efficiency. While this processor is now considered outdated—nearly 14 years old—the performance it delivers remains relevant in certain niche applications, particularly in legacy systems or for users who prioritize cost over modern capabilities.

At its core, the i7-3615QM features four physical cores and eight threads, thanks to Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle multi-threaded workloads efficiently. Clock speeds range from a base of 2.3 GHz to a turbo boost of 3.3 GHz, which, while modest by today's standards, was competitive at the time. It operates on the FCBGA1224 socket and supports DDR3-1333/1600 memory across two channels, with a maximum capacity of 32 GB and a peak bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. The processor also includes a 4 MB L3 cache, with smaller L1 and L2 caches distributed per core, ensuring fast access to frequently used data.

The integrated HD Graphics 4000 GPU provides a significant advantage for users who need basic graphics performance without a discrete GPU. It runs at 650 MHz base frequency and can boost up to 1.2 GHz, supporting DirectX 11 and OpenGL 4.0. The GPU supports up to three displays simultaneously and is capable of handling light gaming and multimedia tasks. However, it lacks modern features like hardware-accelerated video encoding, which limits its usefulness in content creation workflows.

In terms of features, the i7-3615QM includes a robust set of Intel technologies such as AVX2, AES-NI, VT-x, VT-d, and Intel vPro for enterprise use. It also supports ECC memory, though this is typically only available in workstation-grade systems. The processor's 64-bit architecture ensures compatibility with modern operating systems and software, though its age restricts it from supporting newer instruction sets like AVX-512.

Benchmarking reveals that the i7-3615QM achieves an overall score of 4771, ranking it #1043 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core score of 4825 places it at #1057, while its multicore performance scores 4690, ranking #975. These results show that while the CPU is capable in single-threaded tasks, its multicore performance is notably weaker compared to modern processors. The processor is outperformed by contemporaries like the Core i7-3635QM and Core i7-3630QM, which offer higher base and turbo frequencies. In comparison to today's top-tier CPUs, such as the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K, the i7-3615QM is significantly slower, with a performance gap measured in thousands of points.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-3615QM is best suited for lightweight productivity tasks, basic multimedia, and older software environments. It remains a viable option for users upgrading legacy laptops or maintaining systems where power consumption and cost are critical. However, for demanding applications such as video editing, 3D rendering, or modern gaming, it is no longer competitive with current-generation processors. Its primary value today lies in its historical significance and continued support in niche markets rather than in performance.
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Intel Core i7-3615QM

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-3615QM
Model Number: i7-3615QM
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2300 MHz
Socket: FCBGA1224
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 45 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1200 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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