Intel Core i7-4790S vs AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D

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Performance
Core i7-4790S
8,64323% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 7800X3D281% better
32,94789% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 281% better performance than the Core i7-4790S for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4790S
27.723% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 7800X3D165% better
73.3860% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 165% better value for the money than the Core i7-4790S for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-4790S CPU

The Intel Core i7-4790S is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2014 with a suggested retail price of $312. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4790S 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 i7-4790S supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4790S 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 i7-4790S 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 3.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 i7-4790S 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 i7-4790S has the 290th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 23.37% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,643 score and $312 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 27.7. This is the 130th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $449. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The 7800X3D is compatible with AMD Socket AM5 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D 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 96 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 4.2 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 Ryzen 7 7800X3D includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Graphics. 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 Ryzen 7 7800X3D has the 3rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 89.07% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 32,947 score and $449 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 73.38. This is the 19th 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 i7-4790SRyzen 7 7800X3D
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2014Q1 2023
Launch Price (MSRP)$312$449
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4790S
8,64323% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 7800X3D281% better
32,94789% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 281% better performance than the Core i7-4790S for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4790S is ranked 290th with a score of 8,643, and the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is ranked 3rd with a score of 32,947.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4790S
27.723% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 7800X3D165% better
73.3860% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 165% better value for the money than the Core i7-4790S for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4790S is ranked 130th with a performance per dollar of 27.7, and the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is ranked 19th with a performance per dollar of 73.38.

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-4790S or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 9 7950X3D36,991+328%
Ryzen 9 7950X35,243+308%
Ryzen 7 7800X3D32,947+281%
Core i7-14700K32,336+274%
Core i5-14600K31,641+266%
Core i7-4770K8,804+2%
Core i3-9100F8,742+1%
Core i7-4790S8,643
Core i7-2600K8,527-1%
Ryzen 5 2400G8,241-5%

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 i7-4790S or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-1270077.43+180%
Core i7-13700K76.32+175%
Ryzen 7 7800X3D73.38+165%
Core i7-12700F73.3+165%
Core i7-1370069.98+153%
Core i7-479029.27+6%
A10-6800K28.63+3%
Core i7-4790S27.7
Ryzen 7 1800X27.62-0%
Core i7-5775C27.26-2%

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 i7-4790SRyzen 7 7800X3D
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
8,643
32,947
(+281.2%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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11,975
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
714
2,878.5
(+303.15%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
150
281.5
(+87.67%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,822
14,288
(+273.84%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,226
2,634
(+114.85%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
7,013
34,298
(+389.06%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,211
3,753
(+69.74%)
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 i7-4790SRyzen 7 7800X3D
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size22 nm5 nm
Transistors1,400 million11,270 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 i7-4790SRyzen 7 7800X3D
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 7
MicroarchitectureHaswellZen 4
CodenameHaswellRaphael
Memory SupportDDR3DDR5
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 i7-4790SRyzen 7 7800X3D
Cores48
Threads816
Clock Speed3.2 GHz4.2 GHz
Turbo Clock4.0 GHz5.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier32.0x42.0x
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 i7-4790SRyzen 7 7800X3D
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1 MB
L3 Cache8 MB96 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 i7-4790SRyzen 7 7800X3D
SocketIntel Socket 1150AMD Socket AM5
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x24
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W120 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--162 W
Tcase Max71 °C61 °C
TJ Max--89 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4790SRyzen 7 7800X3D
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4600Radeon Graphics
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, SMEP, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, vPro, Boost 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2

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