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Avg. price in UK: ~£120
Avg. price in US: ~$120
PassMark benchmark result: 3577
N. of physical cores: 2
CPU boost clock speed: ?

Intel Core i3 4170 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.8

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4.3

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9.3

Exceptional

3.8
Gaming
Score components:
30.0%
3.1
PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
3.1
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
20.0%
9.0
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
1.4
L3 cache
8.0%
1.0
N. of physical cores
1.3
Video editing
Score components:
45.0%
1.2
Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
20.0%
1.0
N. of physical cores
20.0%
1.6
CPU threads
15.0%
1.4
L3 cache

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The Intel Core i3-4170 is a fourth-generation Haswell desktop processor released in early 2015, featuring 2 cores and 4 threads with a high base clock speed of 3.7 GHz and a 54W TDP. Built on a 22nm process for the LGA 1150 socket, it includes 3MB of Intel Smart Cache, support for up to 32GB of DDR3-1600 memory, and integrated Intel HD Graphics 4400. Its primary advantages include reliable single-core performance for office productivity, low power consumption, and Hyper-Threading support for better multitasking in light applications. However, its major drawbacks are the lack of Intel Turbo Boost technology, an locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, and its limited dual-core architecture which often bottlenecks modern gaming and demanding professional workloads.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 4170

Overall score

4.8

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.

Platform

7.2

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel

Processor type

What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.

When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

CPU socket

What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

Chipset

What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.

When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

CPU architecture

What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.

When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

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Performance

3.9

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N. of physical cores

What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.

When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

CPU threads

What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.

When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

Threads per core

What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.

When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

CPU boost clock speed

What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.

When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

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CPU base clock speed

What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.

When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Cache & Architecture

3.9

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Semiconductor size

What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.

When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

Foundry

What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.

When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

L3 cache

What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.

When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

L2 cache

What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.

When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

L1 cache

What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.

When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

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Memory & PCIe

4.7

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DDR memory version

What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.

When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

Maximum memory speed

What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

Max memory speed (JEDEC)

What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.

When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)

What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.

When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity

What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

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Integrated Graphics

6.1

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Integrated graphics

What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.

When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

Integrated GPU model

What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.

When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Integrated GPU execution units

What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.

When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

Integrated GPU base frequency

What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.

When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

Integrated media encoders/decoders

What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.

When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

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Power & Thermal

7.0

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TDP (Thermal design power)

What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.

When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

Base power (PL1)

What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.

When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

Boost power (PL2)

What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.

When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

Tau (power duration limit)

What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.

When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

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Configurable TDP

What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.

When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

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Intel Core i3 4170 vs the average processor

Why is Intel Core i3 4170 better than the average processor?

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Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i3 4170 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i3 4170 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
Supports ECC memory
Intel Core i3 4170 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
What it is: Can work with ECC memory, which helps detect and correct certain memory errors on supported platforms.
When it matters: When long-term stability, uptime, or data integrity matter more than a basic consumer-style setup.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i3 4170 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
26.4% smaller die size
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower die size than the average processor (131 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <150 mm²
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower die size than the average processor (131 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².131 mm² vs 178 mm²
10x more popular
Intel Core i3 4170 is more popular than the average processor (10.00 vs 1,000).
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Intel Core i3 4170 is more popular than the average processor (10.00 vs 1,000).10 vs 1
16.4% higher user score
Intel Core i3 4170 has a higher user score than the average processor (9.31 vs 8,000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.
Intel Core i3 4170 has a higher user score than the average processor (9.31 vs 8,000).9.31 vs 8
15.6% lower boost power
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <50 W
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.54 W vs 64 W
26.4% smaller die size
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower die size than the average processor (131 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
Supports ECC memory
Intel Core i3 4170 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i3 4170 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
15.6% lower boost power
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.

Cache & Architecture

Power & Thermal

Why is Intel Core i3 4170 worse than the average processor?

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5 year/s older release date
Intel Core i3 4170 has an older release date than the average processor (2015 vs 2020).
March 2,015
Narrower instruction support
Intel Core i3 4170 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
No crypto acceleration
Intel Core i3 4170 does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
4 fewer CPU cores
Intel Core i3 4170 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
76.6% lower multi-core score
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,120 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
66% lower PassMark score
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,577 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
18.2% weaker single-core performance
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,031 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
23.9% lower single-core score
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,120 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
4 fewer CPU threads
Intel Core i3 4170 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
37.5% lower bus transfer rate
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
37.5% lower bus speed
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower bus speed than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
No Turbo Boost
Intel Core i3 4170 does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does.
83.3% larger process node
Intel Core i3 4170 has a higher process node than the average processor (22 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
80% smaller L2 cache
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
83.3% smaller L1 cache
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (64 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
62.5% smaller L3 cache
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (3 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
50% less L2 per core
Intel Core i3 4170 has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
12.5% less L3 per core
Intel Core i3 4170 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
Less advanced microarchitecture
Intel Core i3 4170 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Haswell vs Kaby Lake).
71.7% fewer transistors
Intel Core i3 4170 has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.4 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
Less advanced foundry
Intel Core i3 4170 uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 22 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
Older DDR support
Intel Core i3 4170 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
44.1% lower memory bandwidth
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (25.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
45.4% lower memory speed
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (1,600 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
50% less memory capacity
Intel Core i3 4170 has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
50% fewer GPU execution units
Intel Core i3 4170 has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
Inferior integrated GPU
Intel Core i3 4170 uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 4,400 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
No configurable TDP
Intel Core i3 4170 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
20% higher base power
Intel Core i3 4170 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
4 fewer CPU cores
Intel Core i3 4170 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 8+
Intel Core i3 4170 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
83.3% larger process node
Intel Core i3 4170 has a higher process node than the average processor (22 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <10 nm
Intel Core i3 4170 has a higher process node than the average processor (22 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.22 nm vs 12 nm
76.6% lower multi-core score
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,120 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >8500
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,120 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,120 vs 4,793
66% lower PassMark score
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,577 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >19000
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,577 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,577 vs 10,532.5
18.2% weaker single-core performance
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,031 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >3200
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,031 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,031 vs 2,483
23.9% lower single-core score
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,120 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >2000
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,120 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,120 vs 1,471
80% smaller L2 cache
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=6 MB
Intel Core i3 4170 has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
Older DDR support
Intel Core i3 4170 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: DDR5
Intel Core i3 4170 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).DDR3 vs DDR4

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i3 4170?

High base clock speed of 3.7 GHz provides solid single-thread performance for its generation
Hyper-Threading support effectively provides 4 threads, aiding multitasking over standard dual-core chips
Excellent value for money and cost-effective for budget or entry-level PC builds
Low power consumption with a TDP of 54W, making it energy-efficient
Capable of handling everyday office tasks, web browsing, and older eSports titles like CS:GO or Valorant
Includes integrated Intel HD Graphics 4400, suitable for basic media and light visual tasks without a dedicated GPU

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 4170?

Only 2 physical cores, which struggle significantly with modern AAA games and intensive multitasking
Lacks Turbo Boost technology, meaning it cannot automatically increase its clock speed under heavy loads
Locked multiplier prevents easy overclocking for performance gains
Dated LGA 1150 platform limits upgrade paths to newer, faster RAM and SSD technologies
Stock cooler/fan is often reported as noisy or inadequate by some users
Frequently causes stuttering in modern titles released after 2022 when not paired with a powerful GPU

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openbenchmarking.org

01/07/2015

Intel Core I3-4170 Benchmarks, Linux Performance

The Intel Core i3-4170 is a 2-core, 4-thread 4th-generation "Haswell" desktop processor featuring a fixed 3.7 GHz clock speed, utilized for Linux performance testing. It provides strong single-threaded performance for its era, outperforming older quad-core chips, and features Hyper-Threading for improved productivity and basic integrated graphics. However, the 22nm processor lacks...Read more

browser.geekbench.com

01/05/2015

Intel Core i3-4170 Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Intel Core i3-4170 is a fourth-generation Haswell processor featuring 2 physical cores, 4 threads via Hyper-Threading, and a 3.7 GHz base clock speed. As a budget option launching in 2015, it operates at a 54W TDP on the LGA 1150 socket and boasts strong single-core performance despite lacking a turbo boost feature. The chip excels in basic productivity and light, older gaming,...Read more

cpubenchmark.net

01/05/2015

Intel Core i3-4170 @ 3.70GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-4170 is a 4th Gen Haswell dual-core desktop processor from 2015, featuring a 3.70 GHz clock speed, Hyper-Threading, 3 MB L3 cache, and a 54W TDP. It supports DDR3 memory and includes Intel HD Graphics 4400, providing reliable performance for basic tasks and older gaming at an entry-level price point, say TechPowerUp and PassMark. Key limitations include only two...Read more

valid.x86.fr

29/03/2026

CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Core i3-4170 (6T) | 29/03/2026", "CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Core i3-4170 (12T) | 29/03/2026", "CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Cor...

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G, a 6-core/12-thread APU based on the 7nm "Zen 3" architecture, delivers solid mid-range performance for the AM4 platform with a base clock of 3.9 GHz and a 4.4 GHz boost. Featuring integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics and 16 MB of L3 cache, this 65W chip is designed for capable, budget-friendly desktop systems without the need for a dedicated GPU. Key pros include...Read more

valid.x86.fr

29/03/2026

CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Core i3-4170 (2T)

a little longer The Intel Core i9-14900K, a 14th Gen Raptor Lake Refresh processor featured in the CPU-Z benchmark, utilizes a hybrid architecture with 24 cores and 32 threads, capable of reaching a 6.0 GHz turbo frequency out-of-the-box. Its primary strengths include exceptional single-core performance (scoring approx. 978 in CPU-Z) and continued LGA 1700 socket compatibility for...Read more

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21/06/2016

Dead by Daylight PC Review (Performance test on i3-4170) | 5 October 2018 | Forza Horizon 4 PC Review (Minimum requirements analysis i3-4170)

Multiplayer.it describes Dead by Daylight as an asymmetrical horror game, functioning as a "splatter" version of hide-and-seek where four survivors must repair generators to escape one player-controlled killer. The gameplay relies on stealth, utilizing audio cues like heartbeats and failed skill checks to create a tense atmosphere, while offering a progression system to unlock...Read more

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18/02/2016

Intel Core i3-4170 vs. Pentium G3420

The Intel Core i3-4170 outperforms the Pentium G3420, offering superior multitasking, 15.6% faster raw speed, and 4-thread support, making it better for modern applications. While the i3-4170 acts as a better future-proofed option, it may bottleneck high-end GPUs, say users on Tom's Hardware. The Pentium G3420 is a 2013-era, dual-thread budget option ideal for basic office work. It...Read more

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