Intel Core i7-4710MQ vs Intel Core i5-1230U

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Performance
Core i7-4710MQ
7,97922% of 36,991
Core i5-1230U26% better
10,06727% of 36,991

The Core i5-1230U has 26% better performance than the Core i7-4710MQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4710MQ
21.1117% of 121.53
Core i5-1230U
No data available

The Core i7-4710MQ has 17% 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 i7-4710MQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-4710MQ 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 $378. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4710MQ 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 i7-4710MQ supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4710MQ 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 i7-4710MQ 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 2.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.5 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 i7-4710MQ 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 i7-4710MQ has the 313th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 21.57% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 7,979 score and $378 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 21.11. This is the 155th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i5-1230U CPU

The Intel Core i5-1230U is a 10-core (12-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-U microarchitecture. The i5-1230U is compatible with Intel BGA 1781 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Xe 80EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-1230U supports DDR4, DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-1230U 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 12 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-1230U features 10 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 10 cores consist of 2 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 1000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4.4 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 i5-1230U includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Xe 80EU. 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 i5-1230U has the 244th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.21% 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 i7-4710MQCore i5-1230U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2013Q1 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)$378--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4710MQ
7,97922% of 36,991
Core i5-1230U26% better
10,06727% of 36,991

The Core i5-1230U has 26% better performance than the Core i7-4710MQ for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4710MQ is ranked 313th with a score of 7,979, and the Core i5-1230U is ranked 244th with a score of 10,067.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4710MQ
21.1117% of 121.53
Core i5-1230U
No data available

The Core i7-4710MQ has 40% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-4710MQ's 21.11 performance per dollar ranks it 155th 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 i7-1160G710,247.5+28%
Core i7-4980HQ10,201+28%
Core i5-1230U10,067+26%
Ryzen 5 4680U10,051+26%
Ryzen 5 5500U10,040+26%
Core i7-2960XM8,098+1%
Core i7-4810MQ8,012+0%
Core i7-4710MQ7,979
Core i7-2920XM7,914.5-1%
Core i7-4800MQ7,896-1%

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-4710MQ orCore i5-1230U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-7820HQ24.12+14%
Core i7-7700HQ23.37+11%
Core i5-8365U21.53+2%
Xeon E3-1505M v521.5+2%
Core i7-4810MQ21.2+0%
Core i7-4710MQ21.11
Core i5-8265U20.95-1%
Core i7-4800MQ20.78-2%
Core i7-3610QM20.33-4%
Core i3-7100H20.26-4%

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 i7-4710MQCore i5-1230U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
7,979
10,067
(+26.17%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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3,017
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
645
(+25.49%)
514
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
135
186.8
(+38.37%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,136
5,550
(+76.98%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,036
1,593
(+53.76%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,841
11,233
(+92.31%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,890
2,782
(+47.2%)
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 i7-4710MQCore i5-1230U
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 i7-4710MQCore i5-1230U
SeriesCore i7Core i5
MicroarchitectureHaswellAlder Lake-U
CodenameHaswellAlder Lake-U
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4, DDR5
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 i7-4710MQCore i5-1230U
Cores410
Threads812
Performance Cores (P-cores)--2
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--8
Clock Speed2.5 GHz1000.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.5 GHz4.4 GHz
P-core Clock--1000.0 MHz
P-core Turbo Clock--4.4 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--700.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock--3.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier25.0x10.0x
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 i7-4710MQCore i5-1230U
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1.25 MB
L3 Cache6 MB12 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 i7-4710MQCore i5-1230U
SocketIntel Socket G3Intel BGA 1781
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)47 W9 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--9 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--29 W
Tcase Max100 °C--
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4710MQCore i5-1230U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4600Iris Xe 80EU
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

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