Intel Core i5 4430 Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£35
  • PassMark benchmark result: 4671
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.2 GHz

Intel Core i5 4430 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.6

Technical Score

10.0%

8.0

User score

Poor
4.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

4.5

Performance

18.0%

4.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.8

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.3

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.0

Platform

1.0%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

Poor
8.0

User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

7.1

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.2
(154)
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2.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Excellent
  • 2.3
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.5

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.2

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.8

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 5.0
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.8

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-4430 is a 4th-generation 'Haswell' desktop processor launched in Q2 2013, featuring 4 cores, 4 threads, and a 22nm lithography. It operates at a base clock speed of 3.0 GHz with a maximum turbo frequency of 3.2 GHz, supported by 6 MB of Intel Smart Cache and a thermal design power (TDP) of 84W. Main pros include its integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600 which supports up to three displays, native support for dual-channel DDR3-1600 memory, and advanced instruction sets like AVX 2.0 and AES-NI for enhanced productivity. However, notable cons include its lack of Hyper-Threading, an locked multiplier that prevents easy overclocking, and its status as a discontinued product that is significantly outperformed by modern entry-level processors.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 4430

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

4.5

Performance

18.0%

4.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.8

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.3

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.0

Platform

1.0%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

4.6
Intel Core i5 4430 has a technical score of 4.59 points, which is lower than that of 63.9% of products in this category.
User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

7.1

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(154)
amazon
2.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

8.0
Intel Core i5 4430 has a user score of 7.98 points, which is lower than that of 86.9% of products in this category.
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.
7.1
Intel Core i5 4430 has a popularity of 7.1 points, which is higher than 85.1% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.9

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.4
Intel Core i5 4430 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.4 points, which is higher than 49.1% of products in this category.
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

desktop
Intel Core i5 4430 belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
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

LGA1150
Intel Core i5 4430 uses the LGA1150 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 56.1% of processors and equal to that of 2.8% of processors.
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

H97, Z97, H87, Q87, B85, Q85, Z87, H81
Intel Core i5 4430 supports H97, Z97, H87, Q87, B85, Q85, Z87, H81 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 52.2% of processors and equal to that of 2.5% of processors.
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

x86-64
Intel Core i5 4430 uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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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+

4
Intel Core i5 4430 has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
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+

4
Intel Core i5 4430 offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.3% of processors and equal to 26.6% of processors.
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

1
Intel Core i5 4430 offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% of processors.
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

3.2 GHz
Intel Core i5 4430 reaches a boost clock of 3.2 GHz which is lower than that of 89.5% of processors and equal to that of 2% of processors.
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

4 x 3.0 GHz
Intel Core i5 4430 has a base clock of 4x3.0 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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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

22 nm
Intel Core i5 4430 uses a 22 nm process node, which is older than that of 84.6% of processors and equal to that of 10.1% of processors.
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

Intel 22 nm
Intel Core i5 4430 is built on the Intel 22 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 84.6% of processors and equal to that of 10.1% of processors.
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

6 MB
Intel Core i5 4430 has an L3 cache of 6 MB which is smaller than that of 60.4% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
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

1 MB
Intel Core i5 4430 has an L2 cache of 1 MB which is smaller than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.6% of processors.
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

256 KB
Intel Core i5 4430 has an L1 cache of 256 KB which is smaller than that of 59.4% of processors and equal to that of 18.5% of processors.
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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

DDR3
Intel Core i5 4430 supports DDR DDR3, which is older than that of 86.3% of processors and equal to that of 13.7% of processors.
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

1,600 MHz
Intel Core i5 4430 supports memory speeds up to 1,600 MHz, which is lower than that of 87.3% of processors and equal to 11.3% of processors.
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

DDR3-1600 MHz
Intel Core i5 4430 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR3-1,600 MHz, which is lower than that of 87.6% of processors and equal to 8.1% of processors.
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

32 GB
Intel Core i5 4430 supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% of processors.
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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

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Intel Core i5 4430 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% include integrated graphics.
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

Intel HD Graphics 4600
Intel Core i5 4430 uses the Intel HD Graphics 4,600 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 65.7% and equal to that in 2.9%.
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

20
Intel Core i5 4430 has 20 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 51.6% of processors and equal to 4.4% of processors.
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

350 MHz
Intel Core i5 4430 has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 43.5% of processors and equal to that of 29.6% of processors.
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

JPEG (HW decode)
Intel Core i5 4430 supports JPEG (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 81.4% of processors and equal to 0.4% of processors.
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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

84 W
Intel Core i5 4430 has a TDP of 84 W which is higher than that of 87.3% of processors and equal to that of 0.7% of processors.
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

84 W
Intel Core i5 4430 has a base power of 84 W which is higher than that of 87.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.7% of processors.
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

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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

8 seconds
Intel Core i5 4430 has a turbo duration of 8 seconds which is longer than that of 89.1% of processors and equal to that of 7.1% of processors.
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 i5 4430 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 4430 vs the average processor

  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i5 4430 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 i5 4430 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 7.06x more popular
    Intel Core i5 4430 is more popular than the average processor (7.06 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 i5 4430 is more popular than the average processor (7.06 vs 1,000).7.06 vs 1
  • 7.14x cheaper
    Intel Core i5 4430 is cheaper than the average processor (£35 vs £250).
    Intel Core i5 4430 is cheaper than the average processor (£35 vs £250).£35 vs £250
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i5 4430 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i5 4430 has an older release date than the average processor (2013 vs 2020).
    June 2,013
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 4430 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, BMI1, BMI2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i5 4430 does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    Intel Core i5 4430 supports an older TPM version than the average processor (TPM 1.2 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 25.6% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 27.6% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,798 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 31.1% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,013 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 4430 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core i5 4430 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 55.7% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,671 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 4430 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 i5 4430 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.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Intel Core i5 4430 has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 37.5% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i5 4430 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.
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a higher process node than the average processor (22 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 4430 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 i5 4430 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 i5 4430 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Haswell vs Kaby Lake).
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 71.7% fewer transistors
    Intel Core i5 4430 has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.4 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 25% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Less advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 4430 uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 22 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i5 4430 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 44.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 4430 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 i5 4430 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 i5 4430 has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i5 4430 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (JPEG (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 86.7% higher base power
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (84 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i5 4430 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 86.7% higher TDP
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a higher TDP than the average processor (84 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 20 seconds shorter turbo duration
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower turbo duration limit than the average processor (8 seconds vs 28 seconds). The average processor maintains turbo for 28 seconds.
  • 25.6% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    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

    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 27.6% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,798 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 i5 4430 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,798 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,798 vs 2,483
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i5 4430 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 i5 4430 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
  • 31.1% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,013 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 i5 4430 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,013 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,013 vs 1,471
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 4430 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 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 i5 4430 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core i5 4430 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    What it is: Lets each physical core run more than one thread at the same time, such as with Hyper-Threading or SMT.
    When it matters: When multitasking, rendering, compiling, virtualization, or other thread-heavy work benefits from more total processing threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Intel Core i5 4430 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 55.7% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,671 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 i5 4430 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,671 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.4,671 vs 10,532.5
  • 86.7% higher base power
    Intel Core i5 4430 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (84 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    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

    Intel Core i5 4430 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (84 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.84 W vs 45 W

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Third-party reviews

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i5 4430?

  • Excellent value for money, especially when found on sale
  • Strong gaming performance for its tier, capable of handling older titles at decent settings
  • Solid quad-core performance for general productivity and daily tasks
  • Includes improved integrated graphics (HD 4600) compared to previous generations
  • Ease of installation with included heat sink and pre-applied thermal paste
  • Reliable and quiet operation with the stock cooler for standard workloads

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 4430?

  • Locked multiplier prevents traditional overclocking
  • Higher power consumption (84W TDP) and temperatures compared to previous Ivy Bridge models
  • Lower base and boost clock speeds (3.0–3.2 GHz) compared to higher-end i5 models like the 4570
  • Potential instability when using very high-frequency DDR3 memory
  • Lacks Hyper-Threading, which limits its performance in modern multi-threaded applications
  • Performance lags behind similarly priced CPUs from the same or newer generations

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026

The Intel Core i5-4430 is a 22nm Haswell quad-core processor (3.0 GHz base, 3.2 GHz boost) launched in 2013 for the LGA 1150 socket with a 6 MB Smart Cache. According to PassMark, the processor boasts an average CPU Mark of 4,669 and a single-thread rating of 1,800, positioning it as a mid-range, budget-conscious option from its era. Key benefits include the improved HD Graphics...Read more

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browser.geekbench.com
01/06/2013

The Intel Core i5-4430 is a 4th-generation "Haswell" quad-core processor (3.0 GHz base, 3.2 GHz turbo) designed for the LGA 1150 socket, utilizing 22nm architecture. According to Geekbench 6 data, it delivers a single-core score of roughly 1,039 and a multi-core score of around 3,027. While suitable for basic productivity and legacy tasks, this processor is now considered an...Read more

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openbenchmarking.org
Q3 2013

The Intel Core i5-4430 is a Q2 2013 quad-core "Haswell" processor (3.0 GHz base/3.2 GHz boost) featuring 22nm technology and 6MB cache, with key pros including AVX2/AES instruction set support. A notable con is the lack of Hyper-Threading. Data indicates it remains a reliable, capable processor for light Linux workloads, with performance roughly 14% higher than Sandy Bridge...Read more

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gamestar.de
22/07/2013

The Intel Core i5-4430, reviewed in 2013, serves as an affordable entry point into the Haswell (LGA 1150) architecture, featuring a 3.0 GHz base clock and integrated HD Graphics 4600. While delivering solid performance for standard gaming, it lacks the overclocking potential of K-series chips and runs hotter than previous generations, requiring adequate cooling. Ultimately, it is...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
02/06/2013

The Les Numériques review highlights the Intel Core i5-4430 as a mid-range Haswell processor (22nm, 3.0 GHz) with a strong performance-to-consumption ratio, often surpassing contemporary AMD competitors in energy efficiency. While acting as an entry-level i5 of its generation, it offers competitive performance with 6 MB of L3 cache and integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600, suitable for...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
16/05/2018

This Tom's Hardware France analysis indicates that post-Early Access PUBG saw a 20-30% performance boost, yet remains demanding compared to other shooters, with a notable improvement in balanced performance between AMD and Nvidia, which is a key pro. While 1080p Ultra at 60 FPS is achievable for cards like the GTX 1060 and RX 580, a major con is persistent frame time variance...Read more

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hardware.info
02/06/2013

The Intel Core i5-4430 is an entry-level 4th Generation "Haswell" desktop processor, featuring a 3.0 GHz base clock and a 3.2 GHz turbo boost, aimed at providing solid performance for mainstream, budget-conscious users. A key advantage is the integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600, which offers significantly improved graphical performance over previous generations, along with efficient...Read more

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nl.hardware.info
01/06/2013

The Hardware.info review of Intel's Haswell processors (i7-4770K, i5-4670K, i5-4430) highlights a 10-15% performance increase over Ivy Bridge alongside enhanced integrated graphics performance. While the i7-4770K offers superior multi-threading, the i5-4670K is positioned as a strong, cost-effective alternative, despite requiring a new LGA 1150 platform and showing high thermal...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/06/2013

The Tweakers review of Intel's 4th-gen Haswell CPUs (Core i7-4770K/i5-4670K) highlights a new 22nm microarchitecture offering significant integrated graphics boosts (HD 4600) and new AVX2/FMA3 instructions for specialized tasks. While idle power efficiency is excellent, a major con is higher load temperatures and power consumption compared to Ivy Bridge, partly due to the use of...Read more

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hardware.info
01/06/2013

Intel's 4th Generation "Haswell" desktop processors (i7-4770K, i5-4670K, i5-4430) focus on enhanced efficiency and integrated graphics performance rather than massive CPU IPC gains, providing modest 5% to 15% increases over Ivy Bridge. The architecture introduces AVX2 instructions for faster media encoding, with the i7-4770K catering to enthusiasts and the i5-4670K offering strong...Read more

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