Intel Core i5 4570T Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£20
  • Avg. price in US: ~$20
  • PassMark benchmark result: 3214
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.6 GHz

Intel Core i5 4570T review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.4

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%

4.0

Technical Score

10.0%

7.5

User score

Poor
4.0

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%

3.4

Performance

18.0%

4.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.3

Platform

1.0%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

Poor
7.5

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%

9.7

User reviews

30.0%

2.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.8
(10)
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5.0
(3)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Very good
  • 2.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.7

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.9

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.4

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    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%

    1.6

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-4570T is a 4th Generation Haswell desktop processor designed for high efficiency, featuring 2 cores and 4 threads with a base frequency of 2.90 GHz and a max turbo boost of 3.60 GHz. Operating on the LGA 1150 socket, it includes 4 MB of Intel Smart Cache and integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600 with a dynamic frequency up to 1.15 GHz. Its primary advantages are an exceptionally low 35W TDP, making it ideal for fanless or small-form-factor builds, and support for up to 32 GB of DDR3/DDR3L-1600 memory. However, its main drawbacks include a limited dual-core physical architecture compared to standard quad-core i5 models, a lack of overclocking support due to its locked multiplier, and aging performance that struggles with modern intensive gaming or professional multi-threaded workloads.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 4570T

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%

3.4

Performance

18.0%

4.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.3

Platform

1.0%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

4.0
Intel Core i5 4570T has a technical score of 4.05 points, which is lower than that of 79.3% 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%

9.7

User reviews

30.0%

2.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.8
(10)
amazon
5.0
(3)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

7.5
Intel Core i5 4570T has a user score of 7.5 points, which is lower than that of 90% 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.
2.4
Intel Core i5 4570T has a popularity of 2.4 points, which is higher than 76.9% 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%

4.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.1
Intel Core i5 4570T has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.1 points, which is lower than 61% 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 4570T 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 4570T 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 4570T 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 4570T 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+

2
Intel Core i5 4570T has 2 CPU cores, which is fewer than 79.3% of processors and equal to 20.6% 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 4570T 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

2
Intel Core i5 4570T offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% 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

3.6 GHz
Intel Core i5 4570T reaches a boost clock of 3.6 GHz which is lower than that of 76.7% of processors and equal to that of 3.6% 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

2 x 2.9 GHz
Intel Core i5 4570T has a base clock of 2x2.9 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 4570T 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 4570T 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

4 MB
Intel Core i5 4570T has an L3 cache of 4 MB which is smaller than that of 70.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.6% 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

0.5 MB
Intel Core i5 4570T has an L2 cache of 0.5 MB which is smaller than that of 84.8% of processors and equal to that of 15.2% 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

128 KB
Intel Core i5 4570T has an L1 cache of 128 KB which is smaller than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% 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 4570T 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 4570T 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 4570T 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

N/A
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 4570T 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

yes
Intel Core i5 4570T 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 4570T 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 4570T 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

200 MHz
Intel Core i5 4570T has an integrated GPU clock of 200 MHz which is lower than that of 96.4% of processors and equal to that of 3.3% 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

H.264 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode/encode), VC-1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i5 4570T supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode/encode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 53% of processors and equal to 4.9% 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

35 W
Intel Core i5 4570T has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.8% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% 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

35 W
Intel Core i5 4570T has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% 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

?
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

no
Intel Core i5 4570T does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 4570T vs the average processor

  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i5 4570T 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 4570T includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 12.5x cheaper
    Intel Core i5 4570T is cheaper than the average processor (£20 vs £250).
    Intel Core i5 4570T is cheaper than the average processor (£20 vs £250).£20 vs £250
  • 2.38x more popular
    Intel Core i5 4570T is more popular than the average processor (2.38 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 4570T is more popular than the average processor (2.38 vs 1,000).2.38 vs 1
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 4570T has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 4570T has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 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 4570T has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.35 W vs 45 W
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 4570T has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i5 4570T includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i5 4570T has an older release date than the average processor (2013 vs 2020).
    June 2,013
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i5 4570T does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    Intel Core i5 4570T supports an older TPM version than the average processor (TPM 1.2 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 4570T has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 16.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 78.3% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,038 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 24% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,888 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 29.3% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,040 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 69.5% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,214 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 4570T 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 4570T 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 i5 4570T 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 4570T 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 i5 4570T 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.
  • 66.7% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (128 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 4570T 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.
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 4570T uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Haswell vs Kaby Lake).
  • 71.7% fewer transistors
    Intel Core i5 4570T 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 i5 4570T uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 22 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i5 4570T supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 44.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 4570T 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 4570T 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 4570T has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 42.9% lower GPU clock speed
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (200 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i5 4570T does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 4570T 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 i5 4570T has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 16.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.6 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 4570T has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 78.3% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,038 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 i5 4570T has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,038 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,038 vs 4,793
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i5 4570T 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 4570T 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
  • 24% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,888 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 4570T has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,888 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,888 vs 2,483
  • 29.3% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,040 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 4570T has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,040 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,040 vs 1,471
  • 69.5% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 4570T has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,214 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 4570T has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,214 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,214 vs 10,532.5
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 4570T 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 i5 4570T 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

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Third-party reviews

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i5 4570T?

  • Extremely low power consumption with a 35W TDP, making it ideal for compact and silent systems
  • Sufficient performance for daily office tasks, web browsing, and light video editing
  • Impressive efficiency-to-performance ratio, comparable to some higher-wattage i7 models in specific legacy benchmarks
  • Hyper-Threading support allows for 4 threads despite being a dual-core chip, aiding multitasking
  • Supports Intel Quick Sync Video for faster hardware-accelerated video encoding
  • Low heat generation, suitable for systems with limited cooling

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 4570T?

  • Only 2 physical cores, which significantly limits performance in modern multi-threaded applications like rendering
  • Outdated LGA 1150 socket means no viable upgrade path without replacing the motherboard and RAM
  • Locked multiplier prevents any meaningful overclocking for performance gains
  • Integrated HD 4600 graphics are inadequate for modern or serious gaming
  • Lack of modern interface support, such as PCIe 4.0/5.0, NVMe, or USB 3.2 Gen 2
  • Considerably weaker multi-threaded performance compared to the standard i5-4570 quad-core variant

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cpubenchmark.net
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The Intel Core i5-4570T is a 4th-generation "Haswell" dual-core desktop processor designed for high energy efficiency with a 35W TDP. Operating at 2.90 GHz with a 3.60 GHz turbo, it utilizes Hyper-Threading to manage four threads. Key advantages include its exceptionally low power consumption for SFF builds and decent baseline performance from the integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600....Read more

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techpowerup.com
27/11/2013

The Shuttle XPC Barebone SH87R6 is a compact 14.2-liter, high-quality system designed for Intel Haswell processors, featuring a brushed-finish chassis, all-solid capacitors, and efficient "I.C.E. 2" cooling. It offers excellent performance-to-power ratios, strong expansion options, and a convenient front "Quick Charge" USB port, making it ideal for HTPC or workstation use. However,...Read more

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extreme.pcgameshardware.de
08/08/2013

The PC Games Hardware review examines whether the dual-core Intel Core i5-4570T with Hyper-Threading justifies its premium price through superior energy efficiency, utilizing a 35W TDP. While the chip excels in power consumption—making it ideal for small-form-factor or home servers—it struggles with multi-threaded performance compared to standard quad-core models. Ultimately, the...Read more

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pcgameshardware.de
08/08/2013

The PC Games Hardware review highlights the Intel Core i5-4570T as a highly energy-efficient 35W TDP "Haswell" desktop processor, featuring a dual-core design with Hyper-Threading operating at 2.9 GHz to 3.6 GHz. While offering respectable performance for its low-power footprint, it operates with a locked multiplier and is generally meant for specialized SFF or HTPC builds. The main...Read more

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computerbase.de
01/07/2013

The ComputerBase review of Intel's Haswell dual-core processors, including the Core i3-4330 and Pentium G3430/G3220, highlights a 10% performance increase over Ivy Bridge, driven by architectural improvements and a 4MB L3 cache for the i3 model. These chips offer exceptional single-threaded performance for office tasks, along with improved power efficiency in idle states and 20%...Read more

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comptoir-hardware.com
06/07/2013

The Intel Core i5-4570T is a 35W TDP dual-core Haswell processor designed for energy efficiency, utilizing Hyper-Threading to offer four threads with a 2.9 GHz base and 3.6 GHz turbo speed, making it ideal for compact, low-power systems. Benchmarks demonstrate strong efficiency, with the chip providing competent performance in daily tasks and moderate gaming, often exceeding...Read more

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hd-tecnologia.com
08/07/2013

The Intel Core i5-4570T is a dual-core, four-thread 4th Gen Haswell processor designed for high energy efficiency with a 35W TDP. According to HD Tecnología, it delivers strong, competent performance for its power class, utilizing a 2.9 GHz base and 3.6 GHz turbo frequency to rival higher-power, older CPUs in specific gaming scenarios. Performance results are mixed, with the chip...Read more

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elchapuzasinformatico.com
07/07/2013

The Intel Core i5-4570T is a 22nm Haswell-based, dual-core processor with Hyper-Threading, offering a 2.9 GHz base and 3.6 GHz boost speed. Its primary strengths lie in an ultra-low 35W TDP, making it ideal for efficient, cool, and quiet desktop systems. The processor includes Intel HD Graphics 4600 and delivers strong single-threaded performance for daily tasks and basic gaming,...Read more

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