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Avg. price in UK: ~£230
Avg. price in US: ~$180
PassMark benchmark result: 5479
N. of physical cores: 4
CPU boost clock speed: 3.5 GHz

Intel Core i5 7400 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.4

Poor

3.8

Poor

9.4

Exceptional

2.9
Gaming
Score components:
30.0%
3.1
PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
3.3
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
20.0%
3.1
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
1.8
L3 cache
8.0%
1.8
N. of physical cores
1.9
Video editing
Score components:
45.0%
2.1
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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The Intel Core i5-7400 is a 7th-generation 'Kaby Lake' desktop processor launched in Q1 2017, featuring 4 cores and 4 threads with a base clock of 3.0 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 3.5 GHz. Built on a 14nm process with a 65W TDP, it includes 6MB of Intel Smart Cache, supports up to 64GB of DDR4-2400 or DDR3L-1600 RAM, and integrates Intel HD Graphics 630. Main pros include its energy-efficient 65W power draw, reliable 1080p performance for general tasks or budget gaming, and solid thermal management with stock cooling. However, its primary cons are the lack of Hyper-Threading, a locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, and its status as a discontinued product that is officially unsupported by Windows 11.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 7400

Overall score

4.4

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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

7.3

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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

2.9

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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

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

4.7

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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

4.4

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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

6.4

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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

6.3

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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

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 7400 vs the average processor

Why is Intel Core i5 7400 better than the average processor?

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Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i5 7400 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 7400 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
29.2% smaller die size
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower die size than the average processor (126 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 i5 7400 has a lower die size than the average processor (126 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².126 mm² vs 178 mm²
10x more popular
Intel Core i5 7400 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 i5 7400 is more popular than the average processor (10.00 vs 1.000).10 vs 1
17.8% higher user score
Intel Core i5 7400 has a higher user score than the average processor (9.42 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 i5 7400 has a higher user score than the average processor (9.42 vs 8.000).9.42 vs 8
Modern CPU socket
Intel Core i5 7400 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,151 vs FP2).
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
Intel Core i5 7400 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,151 vs FP2).LGA1151 vs FP2
Modern CPU socket
Intel Core i5 7400 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,151 vs FP2).
29.2% smaller die size
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower die size than the average processor (126 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i5 7400 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.

Cache & Architecture

Power & Thermal

Why is Intel Core i5 7400 worse than the average processor?

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Narrower instruction support
Intel Core i5 7400 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
3 year/s older release date
Intel Core i5 7400 has an older release date than the average processor (2,017 vs 2,020).
January 2017
No crypto acceleration
Intel Core i5 7400 does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
63.5% weaker multi-core performance
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,015 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
18.6% lower boost clock
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
2 fewer CPU cores
Intel Core i5 7400 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
16.7% weaker single-core performance
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,069 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
No multithreading support
Intel Core i5 7400 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
18.9% lower single-core score
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,193 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
4 fewer CPU threads
Intel Core i5 7400 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
48% lower PassMark score
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,479 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
31.6% lower multi-core score
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (3,278 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
1 fewer threads per core
Intel Core i5 7400 has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i5 7400 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
60% smaller L2 cache
Intel Core i5 7400 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 7400 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 7400 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.
33.3% smaller L1 cache
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
25% smaller L3 cache
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
Older DDR support
Intel Core i5 7400 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3L/DDR4 vs DDR4).
18.2% lower memory speed
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
16.2% lower memory bandwidth
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (38.4 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
Inferior integrated GPU
Intel Core i5 7400 uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 630 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
44.4% higher base power
Intel Core i5 7400 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
No configurable TDP
Intel Core i5 7400 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
44.4% higher TDP
Intel Core i5 7400 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
20 seconds shorter turbo duration
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower turbo duration limit than the average processor (8 seconds vs 28 seconds). The average processor maintains turbo for 28 seconds.
63.5% weaker multi-core performance
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,015 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >4700
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,015 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,015 vs 2,783
18.6% lower boost clock
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 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 7400 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
2 fewer CPU cores
Intel Core i5 7400 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 7400 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
Narrower instruction support
Intel Core i5 7400 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i5 7400 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
No multithreading support
Intel Core i5 7400 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 7400 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
16.7% weaker single-core performance
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,069 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 7400 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,069 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,069 vs 2,483
18.9% lower single-core score
Intel Core i5 7400 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,193 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 7400 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,193 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,193 vs 1,471
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i5 7400 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 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 7400 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i5 7400?

Reliable performance for everyday tasks such as web browsing, movies, and light office work
Energy efficient with a low 65W TDP compared to older generations
Solid entry-level gaming capability when paired with mid-range GPUs like the GTX 1050 Ti or 1060
Good value for money when used as a budget-friendly replacement or for first-time builds
Supports up to 64GB of RAM and modern standards like PCIe 3.0

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 7400?

Limited multitasking and chugging in modern, CPU-intensive games due to having only 4 cores and 4 threads
Lacks an unlocked multiplier, meaning it cannot be overclocked for extra performance
Significant bottlenecking when paired with high-end modern graphics cards
Officially unsupported for Windows 11 without workarounds, as it is older than the 8th Gen requirement
Single-thread performance is weaker compared to newer i3 and i5 models, which often offer more cores for a similar price

Expert reviews

cpu.userbenchmark.com

30/03/2026

Intel Core i5-7400 BX80677I57400 - CPU UserBenchmarks

The Intel Core i5-7400 is a 14nm Kaby Lake quad-core processor (3.0–3.5 GHz) with a 65W TDP, utilizing Intel HD Graphics 630 to support basic tasks. Released in 2017, this mid-range chip offers solid single-core performance, excellent thermal efficiency under load, and serves as a cost-effective choice for budget gaming with titles like CS:GO or League of Legends. Despite these...Read more

cpubenchmark.net

30/03/2026

Intel Core i5-7400 @ 3.00GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-7400 is a 7th Generation (Kaby Lake) 14nm desktop processor featuring four cores, four threads, and a base clock of 3.00 GHz, with max turbo frequencies up to 3.50 GHz. It provides reliable performance for basic tasks and esports, with the benefit of an efficient 65W TDP and Intel HD Graphics 630. However, it lacks Hyper-Threading, hindering performance in modern,...Read more

techspot.com

26/04/2017

AMD Ryzen 5 1400 Review - TechSpot

The TechSpot review identifies the AMD Ryzen 5 1400 as a strong, budget-friendly, quad-core processor that excels in multi-threaded tasks, outperforming the Intel Core i5-7400 by 26% in Cinebench R15. A major pro is its unlocked multiplier, allowing for a 3.9–4.0 GHz overclock, though it suffers from a 10% deficit in single-threaded performance. In gaming, the 1400 delivers...Read more

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25/10/2017

Intel Core i5-8400 Review: Six Cores On A Budget - Tom's Hardware

The Tom's Hardware review hails the Intel Core i5-8400 as a mid-range "game changer," introducing a six-core design to the i5 series with exceptional value at a 14nm process. Performance-wise, it is deemed a "pound-for-pound gaming champion" that matches or beats the previous flagship i7-7700K in many titles, providing a 40% to 54% boost over the i5-7400 in certain games. Key pros...Read more

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25/10/2017

Intel Core i5-8400: Civilization VI, Battlefield 1 & Dawn of War III - Tom's Hardware

The Tom's Hardware review characterizes the Intel Core i5-8400 as a "pound-for-pound gaming champion," highlighting its six-core, non-hyper-threaded design that delivers top-tier performance for mid-range gaming systems. Pros include exceptional value, high gaming frame rates, and low power consumption, while the primary cons are its locked multiplier preventing overclocking and, at...Read more

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14/02/2017

Intel Core i3-7350K vs. Core i5-7400 > Benchmarks - TechSpot

TechSpot's review indicates that the overclocked Intel Core i3-7350K can outperform the i5-7400 by 3-5% in specific, less thread-intensive titles like Overwatch and Gears of War 4, showcasing the "pro" of high single-threaded performance. However, a significant "con" is its struggle in heavily multi-threaded games like Battlefield 1 and Watch Dogs 2, where the i3 fails to exceed or...Read more

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14/02/2017

Intel Core i3-7350K vs. Core i5-7400 Review - TechSpot

This TechSpot review compares mainstream Intel Core i3 and i5 processors, highlighting a significant performance gap driven by the i5’s four physical cores and higher Turbo Boost frequencies, which offer a substantial advantage in multi-threaded tasks like video editing and gaming. While the i5 boasts larger L3 cache and superior multitasking capability, its higher cost and power...Read more

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TechSpot's analysis of CPU and GPU pairing, specifically at 1080p, demonstrates that mismatched components create significant performance bottlenecks, rendering high-end GPUs underutilized when paired with entry-level processors. The review highlights that while a "balanced" system is crucial for value, a CPU bottleneck is more problematic than a GPU bottleneck, as it causes severe...Read more

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15/02/2017

Intel Kaby Lake Review: Comparing Eleven Core i7, i5, i3, Pentium, and Celeron Processors

The ComputerBase review of Intel's 7th Gen "Kaby Lake" lineup analyzes eleven desktop CPUs, finding that performance gains are driven by higher clock speeds rather than IPC improvements due to the optimized 14nm+ process. A major pro is the introduction of Hyper-Threading to the Pentium series (e.g., G4560), along with a new media engine for 4K HEVC/VP9, while "K" models offer...Read more

lesnumeriques.com

05/01/2017

Intel Core i5-7400: Best Price - Les Numériques

The Intel Core i5-7400 is a Kaby Lake mid-range processor featuring 4 cores and 4 threads at 3.0 GHz, aimed at balanced, everyday performance. It excels in light productivity and multimedia, supported by an energy-efficient 65W TDP and integrated Intel HD Graphics 630. Key advantages include solid multitasking performance and a significant efficiency boost over older generations....Read more

valid.x86.fr

28/03/2026

CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Core i5-7400 (Single-Thread)

The AMD FX-8120 validation highlights a 32nm 8-core processor from the Bulldozer era (c. 2011), running at 3.1 GHz on a Gigabyte 990FXA-UD3 motherboard with 16GB of DDR3 memory. Key advantages include solid multi-threaded performance for its time and the platform's robust overclocking potential, supported by the high-end 990FX chipset. However, the architecture suffers from poor...Read more

tomshardware.fr

17/05/2017

Lenovo IdeaCentre Y710 Mini PC Review: Is Silent Gaming Possible?

The Lenovo IdeaCentre Y710 Cube is a compact 15-liter, 7.4 kg gaming PC featuring a carrying handle, designed for portability and LAN parties, often equipped with an Intel Core i7-6700 and GTX 1070/1080 GPUs. Notable pros include exceptional acoustic performance, remaining nearly silent under load due to an efficient cooling layout, along with integrated Xbox One wireless support....Read more

tweakers.net

19/12/2017

Intel Core i5-7400 - Reviews - Tweakers

The Intel Core i5-7400 is an entry-to-mid-range Kaby Lake processor praised for its 65W TDP efficiency and solid performance in daily tasks and general multitasking. It features a 3.0 GHz base/3.5 GHz boost clock with four cores and four threads, making it capable of handling older games and media via the integrated HD Graphics 630. However, the chip lacks a modern feature set, is...Read more

tweakers.net

27/05/2017

BTO X-Book 17CL79, i5-7400, GTX1060 - Product reviews. Would you like more information about the benchmarks of this processor in specific games or sof...

The BTO X-Book 17CL79, reviewed on Tweakers, acts as a high-performance, 17.3-inch desktop replacement featuring an Intel Core i5-7400 and GTX 1060 for robust gaming, while maintaining a sturdy build despite its large size. Pros include a matte IPS display with excellent viewing angles, customizable RGB keyboard, and comprehensive configuration options. However, significant cons...Read more

tweakers.net

25/05/2017

Ryzen 5 1400 and 1600 Review

The Tweakers review highlights the Ryzen 5 1600 as a standout 6-core/12-thread CPU, offering exceptional multi-threaded performance that outpaces competitors in rendering and productivity. The budget-focused 4-core/8-thread Ryzen 5 1400 provides strong value, with both chips featuring excellent 65W power efficiency, low thermal output, and extensive overclocking potential on the...Read more

tweakers.net

03/01/2017

Kaby Lake for Desktop Review

The Tweakers review characterizes the Intel Core i7-7700K as a refinement of the 6700K rather than a revolution, utilizing an optimized 14nm+ process to deliver higher clock speeds (4.2 GHz base, 4.5 GHz boost) with identical IPC. Pros include superior 4K HEVC/VP9 media acceleration, a 5-7% performance increase, and improved overclocking to 5.0 GHz. However, cons include minimal...Read more

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