Intel Core i3-7100U vs Intel Core i7-4500U

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Performance
Core i3-7100U
3,4289% of 36,991
Core i7-4500U4% better
3,55510% of 36,991

The Core i7-4500U has 4% better performance than the Core i3-7100U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-7100U
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Core i7-4500U
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i3-7100U CPU

The Intel Core i3-7100U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i3-7100U is compatible with Socket 1356 FCBGA motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i3-7100U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-7100U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2400.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 15.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-7100U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 620. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i3-7100U has the 492nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 9.27% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-4500U CPU

The Intel Core i7-4500U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4500U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4400 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-4500U supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4500U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-4500U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1800.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.0 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-4500U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4400. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-4500U has the 484th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 9.61% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i3-7100UCore i7-4500U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Series--Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q2 2013
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i3-7100U
3,4289% of 36,991
Core i7-4500U4% better
3,55510% of 36,991

The Core i7-4500U has 4% better performance than the Core i3-7100U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i3-7100U is ranked 492nd with a score of 3,428, and the Core i7-4500U is ranked 484th with a score of 3,555.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-7100U
No data available
Core i7-4500U
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i3-7100U and the Core i7-4500U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i3-7100U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-8210Y3,571+4%
Pentium Silver N60003,563+4%
Core i7-4500U3,555+4%
Core i5-2450M3,521+3%
Core i5-3320M3,501+2%
Core i7-4550U3,447+1%
Core i5-5300U3,439+0%
Core i3-7100U3,428
Athlon 300U3,427-0%
Core i7-4600U3,423.5-0%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i3-7100UCore i7-4500U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,428
3,555
(+3.7%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
256.5
260
(+1.36%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
95
116
(+22.11%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,573
(+2.48%)
1,535
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
767
802
(+4.56%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,720
(+9.37%)
2,487
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,386
1,495
(+7.86%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i3-7100UCore i7-4500U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size14 nm22 nm
Transistors--1,300 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i3-7100UCore i7-4500U
Series--Core i7
Microarchitecture--Haswell
CodenameKaby Lake-U/YHaswell-ULT
Memory Support--DDR3
ECC Memory--No

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i3-7100UCore i7-4500U
Cores22
Threads44
Clock Speed2400.0 MHz1800.0 MHz
Turbo Clock15.0 MHz3.0 GHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--18.0x
Multiplier Unlocked--No

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i3-7100UCore i7-4500U
L1 Cache128 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 KB
L3 Cache3 MB4 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i3-7100UCore i7-4500U
SocketSocket 1356 FCBGAIntel BGA 1168
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W15 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i3-7100UCore i7-4500U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 620Intel HD 4400
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.