Intel Core i7-4700MQ vs Intel Core i5-3437U

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Performance
Core i7-4700MQ147% better
7,360.520% of 36,991
Core i5-3437U
2,9778% of 36,991

The Core i7-4700MQ has 147% better performance than the Core i5-3437U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4700MQ
19.2216% of 121.53
Core i5-3437U
No data available

The Core i7-4700MQ has 16% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-4700MQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-4700MQ is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013 with a suggested retail price of $383. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4700MQ is compatible with Intel Socket G3 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 i7-4700MQ supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4700MQ 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 i7-4700MQ 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 i7-4700MQ 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 & Value

The Core i7-4700MQ has the 333rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 19.90% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 7,360.5 score and $383 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 19.22. This is the 162nd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i5-3437U CPU

The Intel Core i5-3437U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2013. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i5-3437U is compatible with Intel BGA 1023 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4000 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-3437U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-3437U 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 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-3437U 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 1900.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.9 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 i5-3437U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4000. 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 i5-3437U has the 525th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.05% 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 i7-4700MQCore i5-3437U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2013Q1 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)$383--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4700MQ147% better
7,360.520% of 36,991
Core i5-3437U
2,9778% of 36,991

The Core i7-4700MQ has 147% better performance than the Core i5-3437U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4700MQ is ranked 333rd with a score of 7,360.5, and the Core i5-3437U is ranked 525th with a score of 2,977.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4700MQ
19.2216% of 121.53
Core i5-3437U
No data available

The Core i7-4700MQ has 36% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-4700MQ's 19.22 performance per dollar ranks it 162nd among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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 i7-3610QM7,684+4%
Core i7-4712MQ7,443+1%
Core i7-4700MQ7,360.5
Core i7-4712HQ6,991-5%
Core i7-3630QM6,954-6%
Pentium Gold 4417U3,010.5-59%
Core i3-5010U3,002-59%
Core i5-3437U2,977-60%
Core i5-3337U2,965.5-60%
Core i3-3110M2,955-60%

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-4700MQ orCore i5-3437U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-8265U20.95+9%
Core i7-4800MQ20.78+8%
Core i7-3610QM20.33+6%
Core i3-7100H20.26+5%
Core i7-4712MQ19.69+2%
Core i7-4700MQ19.22
Core i7-4712HQ18.49-4%
Core i7-3630QM18.4-4%
Core i7-4702MQ16.62-14%
Core i7-8665U16.52-14%

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 i7-4700MQCore i5-3437U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
7,360.5
(+147.25%)
2,977
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
631
(+181.7%)
224
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
132
(+30.69%)
101
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,063
(+241.09%)
898
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,015
(+128.6%)
444
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,348
(+131.02%)
2,315
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,760
(+22.91%)
1,432
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 i7-4700MQCore i5-3437U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 nm22 nm
Transistors1,400 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 i7-4700MQCore i5-3437U
SeriesCore i7Core i5
MicroarchitectureHaswellIvy Bridge
CodenameHaswellIvy Bridge
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

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 i7-4700MQCore i5-3437U
Cores42
Threads84
Clock Speed2.4 GHz1900.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.4 GHz2.9 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier24.0x19.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

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 i7-4700MQCore i5-3437U
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache6 MB3 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 i7-4700MQCore i5-3437U
SocketIntel Socket G3Intel BGA 1023
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)47 W17 W
Tcase Max100 °C--
TJ Max100 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4700MQCore i5-3437U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4600Intel HD 4000
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI, TXT, TSX, CLMUL, FMA3MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, TXT, AES-NI

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