Key Differences
In short — Core i5-7500T outperforms Core i7-3970X on the selected game parameters. We do not have the prices of both CPUs to compare value. The better performing Core i5-7500T is 1524 days newer than Core i7-3970X.
Advantages of Intel Core i7-3970X
- Can execute more multi-threaded tasks simultaneously than Intel Core i5-7500T - 12 vs 4 threads
Advantages of Intel Core i5-7500T
- Performs up to 30% better in FIFA 23 than Core i7-3970X - 139 vs 107 FPS
- Consumes up to 77% less energy than Intel Core i7-3970X - 35 vs 150 Watts
- Works without a dedicated GPU, while Intel Core i7-3970X doesn't have integrated graphics
FIFA 23
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Game Graphics
Ultra
Desktop • Jan 3rd, 2017
FPS
139
100%
Value, £/FPS
£0.47/FPS
100%
Price, £
£65.8
100%
FPS and Value Winner
Buy for £65.8 on Amazon
In Stock
Updated 176 minutes ago
TOP 5 Games
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Game Graphics
Ultra
Desktop • Nov 1st, 2012
Desktop • Jan 3rd, 2017
Geekbench 5 Benchmarks
Intel Core i7-3970X | vs | Intel Core i5-7500T |
---|---|---|
Nov 1st, 2012 | Release Date | Jan 3rd, 2017 |
Core i7 | Collection | Core i5 |
Sandy Bridge E | Codename | Kaby Lake |
Intel Socket 2011 | Socket | Intel Socket 1151 |
Desktop | Segment | Desktop |
6 | Cores | 4 |
12 | Threads | 4 |
3.5 GHz | Base Clock Speed | 2.7 GHz |
4.0 GHz | Turbo Clock Speed | 3.3 GHz |
150 W | TDP | 35 W |
32 nm | Process Size | 14 nm |
35.0x | Multiplier | 27.0x |
None | Integrated Graphics | HD 630 |
Yes | Overclockable | No |