Core i7-3689Y

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-3689Y

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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 i7-3689Y based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,411 Rank: 1385
Rank Name Score Visual
1381 Xeon E5530 4,413
+0%
1382 Core i7-2677M 4,412
+0%
1383 Core i5-2435M 4,412
+0%
1384 Phenom II X4 955 4,411
+0%
1385 Core i7-3689Y 4,411
1386 Core i7-2670QM 4,410
+-0%
1387 Core i5-661 4,409
+-0%
1388 Pentium Silver N6000 4,409
+-0%
1389 Phenom II X4 B40 4,408
-0.1%
1390 Core i5-2540M 4,406
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-3689Y based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,428 Rank: 1391
Rank Name Score Visual
1387 Core i5 M 450 4,429
+0%
1388 Pentium Silver J5040 4,429
+0%
1389 Celeron B830 4,428
+0%
1390 Athlon II X3 455 4,428
+0%
1391 Core i7-3689Y 4,428
1392 Phenom II X4 960T 4,427
+-0%
1393 Phenom II X4 B95 4,427
+-0%
1394 Core i3-5157U 4,426
+-0%
1395 Celeron G1850 4,425
-0.1%
1396 Core i5-3437U 4,425
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-3689Y based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,400 Rank: 1391
Rank Name Score Visual
1387 Xeon X5550 4,404
+0.1%
1388 Pentium Silver N6000 4,404
+0.1%
1389 Celeron G1840T 4,403
+0.1%
1390 A12-9730P 4,400
+0%
1391 Core i7-3689Y 4,400
1392 Core i7-870 4,400
+0%
1393 Phenom II X6 1065T 4,400
+0%
1394 Core i7-920 4,399
+-0%
1395 A10-9630P 4,399
+-0%
1396 Intel Core i7-620M 4,394
-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 i7-3689Y based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,527 Rank: 1327
Rank Name Score Visual
1323 Phenom II X4 850 4,527
+0%
1324 Pentium G2030 4,527
+0%
1325 Core i7-3517U 4,527
+0%
1326 Phenom II X4 910e 4,527
+0%
1327 Core i7-3689Y 4,527
1328 FX-7500 4,527
+0%
1329 Xeon E5345 4,527
+0%
1330 Core i5-8200Y 4,527
+0%
1331 Celeron G3900 4,526
+-0%
1332 Core m5-6Y57 4,526
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-3689Y based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,502 Rank: 1317
Rank Name Score Visual
1313 A8-6500B 4,503
+0%
1314 Core i7-4650U 4,502
+0%
1315 Core i5-4300U 4,502
+0%
1316 A12-9700P 4,502
+0%
1317 Core i7-3689Y 4,502
1318 Phenom II X3 B75 4,502
+0%
1319 Pentium G4500T 4,501
+-0%
1320 Pentium G3440 4,501
+-0%
1321 Pentium G3430 4,501
+-0%
1322 Core i7-4500U 4,501
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-3689Y based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,521 Rank: 1262
Rank Name Score Visual
1258 Core i3-2120T 4,521
+0%
1259 Core i7-3517U 4,521
+0%
1260 Core i5-3437U 4,521
+0%
1261 Core i5-3337U 4,521
+0%
1262 Core i7-3689Y 4,521
1263 Pentium G4400T 4,520
+-0%
1264 Pentium G3430 4,520
+-0%
1265 Core i3-5015U 4,520
+-0%
1266 Athlon PRO 3045B 4,520
+-0%
1267 Core i5-2510E 4,519
+-0%

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Core i7-3689Y Details

The Intel Core i7-3689Y stands as a compact, low-power processor designed for ultra-mobile and embedded applications, offering a balanced mix of performance and efficiency. Released in 2013 as part of Intel's Ivy Bridge lineup, it is now considered a legacy device, but still holds relevance in niche markets where power consumption and thermal design are critical. Built on a 22 nm process, this dual-core, four-thread CPU features a base clock of 1.5 GHz and a turbo frequency of 2.6 GHz, enabling it to deliver reasonable performance for light computing tasks. Despite its age, the processor remains competitive with several older-generation CPUs, particularly in single-threaded workloads.

The Core i7-3689Y is built on Intel's Ivy Bridge microarchitecture and includes integrated HD Graphics 4000, which supports up to three displays and operates at a burst frequency of 850 MHz. The GPU provides basic multimedia and light graphical processing capabilities, making it suitable for office applications and media playback. With a TDP of just 13 W and a BGA1023 socket, the chip is optimized for thin and light systems where thermal constraints are a major design factor. It supports DDR3/L/RS 1333/1600 memory across two channels, delivering a maximum memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s and supporting up to 32 GB of RAM.

In terms of features, the processor includes a comprehensive set of Intel technologies such as Hyper-Threading, AES-NI, VT-x, VT-d, and EIST, which enhance virtualization, encryption, and power efficiency. It also supports ECC memory, though this is limited to specific configurations and not widely used in consumer laptops. The inclusion of Intel vPro and TXT further positions it for enterprise environments where security and manageability are priorities.

Benchmarking data shows the Core i7-3689Y with an overall score of 4411, placing it at rank #1384 among 2060 processors. Its single-core score of 4400 ranks it at #1390, and its multicore score of 4428 places it at #1389. These scores indicate that the processor is on par with several mid-range mobile and desktop CPUs from the early 2010s, such as the Core i5-540M and A8-6500. While it trails significantly behind modern high-performance processors—such as the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, which scores over 8,000 in single-core and 12,000 in multicore—the i7-3689Y remains capable for everyday productivity tasks.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-3689Y is best suited for legacy systems, embedded devices, or ultra-low-power laptops where power efficiency and thermal management outweigh raw performance. Its age and limited scalability make it unsuitable for modern gaming or content creation, but it continues to serve well in environments that prioritize stability, low heat output, and basic computing functionality.
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Intel Core i7-3689Y

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-3689Y
Model Number: i7-3689Y
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 1500 MHz
Socket: FCBGA1023
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 13 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: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 850 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 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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