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Intel Core i7-4700HQ vs Intel Core i7-4720HQ

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Performance
Core i7-4700HQ
7,432.520% of 36,991
Core i7-4720HQ4% better
7,71821% of 36,991

The Core i7-4720HQ has 4% better performance than the Core i7-4700HQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4700HQ
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Core i7-4720HQ
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-4700HQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-4700HQ is an end-of-life 4-core (8-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 Crystal Well microarchitecture. The i7-4700HQ is compatible with Intel BGA 1364 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-4700HQ supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4700HQ 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 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-4700HQ features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.4 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 i7-4700HQ includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4600. 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 i7-4700HQ has the 328th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 20.09% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-4720HQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-4720HQ is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i7-4720HQ is compatible with FCBGA1364 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 4600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i7-4720HQ has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-4720HQ features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3600.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-4720HQ includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 4600. 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 i7-4720HQ has the 323rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 20.86% 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 i7-4700HQCore i7-4720HQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2013--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4700HQ
7,432.520% of 36,991
Core i7-4720HQ4% better
7,71821% of 36,991

The Core i7-4720HQ has 4% better performance than the Core i7-4700HQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4700HQ is ranked 328th with a score of 7,432.5, and the Core i7-4720HQ is ranked 323rd with a score of 7,718.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4700HQ
No data available
Core i7-4720HQ
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i7-4700HQ and the Core i7-4720HQ 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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-3740QM7,782.5+5%
Ryzen 5 7520U7,743+4%
Core i7-4720HQ7,718+4%
Core i7-3610QM7,684+3%
Core i7-2860QM7,590+2%
Core i7-4710HQ7,491+1%
Core i7-4712MQ7,443+0%
Core i7-4700HQ7,432.5
Core i7-3615QM7,391-1%
Core i5-8260U7,377-1%

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 i7-4700HQCore i7-4720HQ
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
7,432.5
7,718
(+3.84%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
637
642
(+0.78%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
132
138
(+4.55%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,023
(+1.48%)
2,979
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
986
990
(+0.41%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,636
5,759
(+2.18%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,793
1,877
(+4.68%)
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 i7-4700HQCore i7-4720HQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntel--
Process Size22 nm22 nm
Transistors1,400 million1,400 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 i7-4700HQCore i7-4720HQ
SeriesCore i7--
MicroarchitectureCrystal Well--
CodenameCrystalwellHaswell
Memory SupportDDR3--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

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 i7-4700HQCore i7-4720HQ
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed2.4 GHz2600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.4 GHz3600.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier24.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedNo--

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 i7-4700HQCore i7-4720HQ
L1 Cache64 KB256 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1 MB
L3 Cache6 MB6 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 i7-4700HQCore i7-4720HQ
SocketIntel BGA 1364FCBGA1364
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)47 W47 W
Tcase Max100 °C--
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4700HQCore i7-4720HQ
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4600Intel HD Graphics 4600
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI, TXT, TSX, CLMUL, FMA3--

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