Intel Core i7-4702MQ vs Intel Core i9-12950HX

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Performance
Core i7-4702MQ
6,366.517% of 36,991
Core i9-12950HX263% better
23,12963% of 36,991

The Core i9-12950HX has 263% better performance than the Core i7-4702MQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4702MQ
16.6214% of 121.53
Core i9-12950HX136% better
39.232% of 121.53

The Core i9-12950HX has 136% better value for the money than the Core i7-4702MQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-4702MQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-4702MQ 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 i7-4702MQ 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 i7-4702MQ supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4702MQ 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 i7-4702MQ 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 2.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.2 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 i7-4702MQ 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 i7-4702MQ has the 373rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 17.21% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,366.5 score and $383 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 16.62. This is the 171st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i9-12950HX CPU

The Intel Core i9-12950HX is a 16-core (24-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2022 with a suggested retail price of $590. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-HX microarchitecture. The i9-12950HX is compatible with Intel BGA 1964 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-12950HX supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-12950HX has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 30 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-12950HX features 16 total cores which can process 24 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 16 cores consist of 8 P-Cores and 8 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.3 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.0 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 i9-12950HX includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 770. 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 i9-12950HX has the 44th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 62.53% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 23,129 score and $590 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 39.2. This is the 81st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

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

InfoCore i7-4702MQCore i9-12950HX
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i9
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2013Q2 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)$383$590
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4702MQ
6,366.517% of 36,991
Core i9-12950HX263% better
23,12963% of 36,991

The Core i9-12950HX has 263% better performance than the Core i7-4702MQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4702MQ is ranked 373rd with a score of 6,366.5, and the Core i9-12950HX is ranked 44th with a score of 23,129.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4702MQ
16.6214% of 121.53
Core i9-12950HX136% better
39.232% of 121.53

The Core i9-12950HX has 136% better value for the money than the Core i7-4702MQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4702MQ is ranked 171st with a performance per dollar of 16.62, and the Core i9-12950HX is ranked 81st with a performance per dollar of 39.2.

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 i7-13800H23,253+265%
Core i7-13705H23,213.5+265%
Core i9-12950HX23,129+263%
Core i9-12900HX22,972+261%
Core i7-12800HX22,373+251%
Core i5-7440HQ6,583+3%
Core i5-8365U6,395+0%
Core i7-4702MQ6,366.5
Core i5-8265U6,222-2%
Processor N1006,129-4%

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
Core i7-13620H40.81+146%
Core i9-13950HX40.61+144%
Core i9-12950HX39.2+136%
Core i9-12900HX37.91+128%
Core i9-13980HX37.5+126%
Core i7-4712HQ18.49+11%
Core i7-3630QM18.4+11%
Core i7-4702MQ16.62
Core i7-8665U16.52-1%
Core i7-8565U16.48-1%

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 i7-4702MQCore i9-12950HX
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,366.5
23,129
(+263.29%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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13,303
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
575
3,107
(+440.35%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
124
274
(+120.97%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
2,981
--
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
968
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,182
32,408
(+525.4%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,704
3,828
(+124.65%)
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 i7-4702MQCore i9-12950HX
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 nm10 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 i7-4702MQCore i9-12950HX
SeriesCore i7Core i9
MicroarchitectureHaswellAlder Lake-HX
CodenameHaswellAlder Lake-HX
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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 i7-4702MQCore i9-12950HX
Cores416
Threads824
Performance Cores (P-cores)--8
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--8
Clock Speed2.2 GHz2.3 GHz
Turbo Clock3.2 GHz5.0 GHz
P-core Clock--2.3 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock--5.0 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--1700.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock--3.6 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier22.0x23.0x
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 i7-4702MQCore i9-12950HX
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1.25 MB
L3 Cache6 MB30 MB
E-core L1 Cache--96 KB
E-core L2 Cache--2 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 i7-4702MQCore i9-12950HX
SocketIntel Socket G3Intel BGA 1964
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)37 W55 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--55 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--157 W
Tcase Max100 °C--
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4702MQCore i9-12950HX
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4600UHD Graphics 770
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, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0, TBT 3.0, vPro

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