Intel Core i7-4770K vs Intel Core i9-10980XE

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Performance
Core i7-4770K
8,80424% of 36,991
Core i9-10980XE132% better
20,45255% of 36,991

The Core i9-10980XE has 132% better performance than the Core i7-4770K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4770K32% better
25.1521% of 121.53
Core i9-10980XE
19.0116% of 121.53

The Core i7-4770K has 32% better value for the money than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-4770K CPU

The Intel Core i7-4770K is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013 with a suggested retail price of $350. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4770K is compatible with Intel Socket 1150 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 i7-4770K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4770K 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 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-4770K 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 3.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.9 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-4770K 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 i7-4770K has the 283rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 23.80% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,804 score and $350 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 25.15. This is the 145th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i9-10980XE CPU

The Intel Core i9-10980XE is an end-of-life 18-core (36-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2019 with a suggested retail price of $1,076. It is part of Intel's Core i9 Extreme lineup, which is based on the X-Series 10th Gen microarchitecture. The i9-10980XE is compatible with Intel Socket 2066 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-10980XE supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-10980XE 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 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24.75 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-10980XE features 18 total cores which can process 36 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.8 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i9-10980XE does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i9-10980XE has the 71st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 55.29% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 20,452 score and $1,076 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 19.01. This is the 163rd 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 i7-4770KCore i9-10980XE
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i9 Extreme
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2013Q4 2019
Launch Price (MSRP)$350$1,076
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4770K
8,80424% of 36,991
Core i9-10980XE132% better
20,45255% of 36,991

The Core i9-10980XE has 132% better performance than the Core i7-4770K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4770K is ranked 283rd with a score of 8,804, and the Core i9-10980XE is ranked 71st with a score of 20,452.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4770K32% better
25.1521% of 121.53
Core i9-10980XE
19.0116% of 121.53

The Core i7-4770K has 32% better value for the money than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4770K is ranked 145th with a performance per dollar of 25.15, and the Core i9-10980XE is ranked 163rd with a performance per dollar of 19.01.

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
Ryzen 9 3950X21,016+139%
Core i9-11900K20,662+135%
Core i9-10980XE20,452+132%
Ryzen 7 5700X20,010+127%
Ryzen 5 5600X19,649+123%
Core i7-3770K9,216.5+5%
Core i7-47909,133+4%
Core i7-4770K8,804
Core i3-9100F8,742-1%
Core i7-4790S8,643-2%

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
Ryzen 9 3950X28.06+12%
Core i7-8086K27.19+8%
Core i7-2600K26.9+7%
Core i5-6600T25.38+1%
Core i7-4770K25.15
Core i7-5700HQ21.38-15%
Core i9-10980XE19.01-24%
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17.85-29%
Core i9-9980XE9.72-61%
Core i9-9900T9.65-62%

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 i7-4770KCore i9-10980XE
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
8,804
20,452
(+132.3%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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12,436
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
770
3,744
(+386.23%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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208
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
4,089
12,156
(+197.29%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,284
1,598
(+24.45%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
7,127
32,822
(+360.53%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,163
2,650
(+22.52%)
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 i7-4770KCore i9-10980XE
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 nm14 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 i7-4770KCore i9-10980XE
SeriesCore i7Core i9 Extreme
MicroarchitectureHaswellX-Series 10th Gen
CodenameHaswellCascade Lake-X
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelQuad-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 i7-4770KCore i9-10980XE
Cores418
Threads836
Clock Speed3.5 GHz3.0 GHz
Turbo Clock3.9 GHz4.8 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier35.0x30.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesYes

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 i7-4770KCore i9-10980XE
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1 MB
L3 Cache8 MB24.75 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 i7-4770KCore i9-10980XE
SocketIntel Socket 1150Intel Socket 2066
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x48
Thermal Design Power (TDP)84 W165 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max--86 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4770KCore i9-10980XE
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4600--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0, Boost 3.0

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