Intel Core i7-4790S

Intel Core i7-4790S

About processor

The Intel Core i7-4790S processor is an impressive piece of technology that delivers top-notch performance for desktop systems. Built on the Haswell architecture and manufactured using a 22nm process, this CPU boasts four cores and eight threads, making it more than capable of handling demanding tasks with ease. With a total L3 cache of 8MB, the i7-4790S provides ample memory support and quick access to frequently used data. Despite its powerful performance, the processor manages to maintain a thermal design power of 65W, ensuring efficient and cool operation, making it an excellent choice for those looking for a balance between performance and power efficiency. The integrated Intel HD 4600 graphics provide decent visual capabilities for everyday tasks, and the chip is also capable of handling some light gaming and multimedia usage. In terms of benchmarks, the i7-4790S is impressive, scoring 1239 in Geekbench 6 single-core tests and 3872 in multi-core tests. Overall, the Intel Core i7-4790S processor is a fantastic choice for users seeking high-performance computing in a desktop environment. Its combination of power, energy efficiency, and integrated graphics make it a versatile option for a wide range of usage scenarios.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
May 2014
Model Name
?
The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
Core i7-4790S
Code Name
Haswell
Generation
Core i7 (Haswell)

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
?
Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
4
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
8
Basic Frequency
3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
?
Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
up to 4 GHz
L1 Cache
64 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
256 KB (per core)
L3 Cache
8 MB (shared)
Bus Frequency
100 MHz
Multiplier
32.0x
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 1150
Multiplier Unlocked
No
Technology
?
Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
22 nm
TDP
65 W
PCI Express Version
?
PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only)
Transistors
1,400 million

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
?
Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR3
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
Dual-channel
ECC Memory
No

GPU Specifications

Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
Intel HD 4600

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
1239
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
3872
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
919
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
3254
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2202
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
7000

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1322 +6.7%
1278 +3.1%
1202 -3%
1167 -5.8%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
4368 +12.8%
4122 +6.5%
3656 -5.6%
3412 -11.9%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
952 +3.6%
933 +1.5%
900 -2.1%
883 -3.9%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
3516 +8.1%
3386 +4.1%
3148 -3.3%
3010 -7.5%
Passmark CPU Single Core
2255 +2.4%
2225 +1%
2167 -1.6%
2144 -2.6%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
7454 +6.5%
7234 +3.3%
6446 -7.9%