Intel Core i7-4800MQ vs Intel Core i7-5557U

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Performance
Core i7-4800MQ79% better
7,89621% of 36,991
Core i7-5557U
4,42312% of 36,991

The Core i7-4800MQ has 79% better performance than the Core i7-5557U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4800MQ100% better
20.7817% of 121.53
Core i7-5557U
10.389% of 121.53

The Core i7-4800MQ has 100% better value for the money than the Core i7-5557U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-4800MQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-4800MQ 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 $380. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4800MQ 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 i7-4800MQ supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4800MQ 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 i7-4800MQ 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 2.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 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 i7-4800MQ 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 i7-4800MQ has the 317th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 21.35% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 7,896 score and $380 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 20.78. This is the 157th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-5557U CPU

The Intel Core i7-5557U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2015 with a suggested retail price of $426. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-U microarchitecture. The i7-5557U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel Iris 6100 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-5557U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-5557U 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 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-5557U 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 3.1 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 i7-5557U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel Iris 6100. 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 i7-5557U has the 425th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 11.96% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,423 score and $426 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 10.38. This is the 191st 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 i7-4800MQCore i7-5557U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2013Q1 2015
Launch Price (MSRP)$380$426
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4800MQ79% better
7,89621% of 36,991
Core i7-5557U
4,42312% of 36,991

The Core i7-4800MQ has 79% better performance than the Core i7-5557U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4800MQ is ranked 317th with a score of 7,896, and the Core i7-5557U is ranked 425th with a score of 4,423.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4800MQ100% better
20.7817% of 121.53
Core i7-5557U
10.389% of 121.53

The Core i7-4800MQ has 100% better value for the money than the Core i7-5557U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4800MQ is ranked 157th with a performance per dollar of 20.78, and the Core i7-5557U is ranked 191st with a performance per dollar of 10.38.

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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-4710MQ7,979+1%
Core i7-2920XM7,914.5+0%
Core i7-4800MQ7,896
Core i7-3610QM7,684-3%
Core i7-4712MQ7,443-6%
Core i3-7100H4,559-42%
Core i7-740QM4,450-44%
Core i7-5557U4,423-44%
Celeron J40254,284-46%
Core i3-8145U4,267.5-46%

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 i7-4710MQ21.11+2%
Core i5-8265U20.95+1%
Core i7-4800MQ20.78
Core i7-3610QM20.33-2%
Core i3-7100H20.26-2%
Core i5-L16G710.73-48%
Core i3-5010U10.68-49%
Core i7-5557U10.38-50%
Core i7-5500U10.2-51%
Core i7-640M9.7-53%

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 i7-4800MQCore i7-5557U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
7,896
(+78.52%)
4,423
3DMark Time Spy CPU
3,276
(+107.74%)
1,577
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
663
(+87.82%)
353
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
142
(+1.43%)
140
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,192
(+54.43%)
2,067
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,068
(+2.69%)
1,040
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,737
(+85.24%)
3,097
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,917
(+0.21%)
1,913
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 i7-4800MQCore i7-5557U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 nm14 nm
Transistors1,400 million1,900 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 i7-4800MQCore i7-5557U
SeriesCore i7Core i7
MicroarchitectureHaswellBroadwell-U
CodenameHaswellBroadwell-U
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 i7-4800MQCore i7-5557U
Cores42
Threads84
Clock Speed2.7 GHz3.1 GHz
Turbo Clock3.7 GHz3.4 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier27.0x31.0x
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 i7-4800MQCore i7-5557U
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache6 MB4 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 i7-4800MQCore i7-5557U
SocketIntel Socket G3Intel BGA 1168
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 2.0 x12
Thermal Design Power (TDP)47 W28 W
Tcase Max100 °C105 °C
TJ Max100 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4800MQCore i7-5557U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4600Intel Iris 6100
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, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-d, VT-x, Smart Cache, ADX, RDSEED, PREFETCHW, HTT, Boost 2.0

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