Valorant
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Ryzen 5 2500X vs Core i7-3740QM
The Ryzen 5 2500X is much faster than the Core i7-3740QM on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen 5 2500X has a 33% higher base clock.
AM4
Sockethelp
LGAG2 (988B)Zen
Codenamehelp
Ivy BridgeDesktop
Segmenthelp
MobileNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
Intel HD 40002933 MHz (DDR4)
RAMhelp
unknownOverclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 5 2500X or Core i7-3740QM?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 2500X. It's 85% faster than the Core i7-3740QM on average across 100+ games, scoring 24/100 vs 13/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 5 2500X than Core i7-3740QM?expand_more
85% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Ryzen 5 2500X or Core i7-3740QM?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 2500X is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 5 2500X worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 24/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 5 2500X and Core i7-3740QM?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 5 2500X scores 24/100, Core i7-3740QM scores 13/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 5 2500X or Core i7-3740QM bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Ryzen 5 2500X or Core i7-3740QM?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 2500X is the stronger pick at 24/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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