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Avg. price: ~£45
PassMark benchmark result: 7143
N. of physical cores: 4
CPU boost clock speed: 3.9 GHz

Intel Core i7 4770K review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.3

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3.7

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Exceptional

3.3
Gaming
Score components:
30.0%
3.4
PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
3.6
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
20.0%
4.3
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
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L3 cache
8.0%
1.8
N. of physical cores
2.3
Video editing
Score components:
45.0%
2.4
Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
20.0%
1.8
N. of physical cores
20.0%
2.8
CPU threads
15.0%
2.1
L3 cache

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The Intel Core i7-4770K is a 4th Generation Haswell quad-core processor featuring 8 threads via Hyper-Threading, a 3.5 GHz base clock speed, and a 3.9 GHz Turbo Boost frequency. Built on a 22nm process with an 84W TDP, it includes 8MB of Intel Smart Cache, an integrated HD Graphics 4600 core, and supports dual-channel DDR3/L-1333/1600 memory on the LGA 1150 socket. Its primary pros include an unlocked multiplier for significant overclocking potential, strong single-core and multitasking performance for media editing, and improved integrated graphics over previous generations. Notable cons include its lack of support for certain enterprise features like VT-d, vPro, and TSX, as well as higher operating temperatures during heavy overclocking due to the thermal interface material used between the die and heat spreader.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 4770K

Overall score

4.3

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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

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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

4.1

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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

4.5

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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

6.2

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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

5.7

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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 i7 4770K vs the average processor

Why is Intel Core i7 4770K better than the average processor?

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Unlocked for overclocking
Intel Core i7 4770K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i7 4770K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i7 4770K supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i7 4770K supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
73.9% faster classroom rendering
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,376.9 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >1500
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,376.9 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.1,376.9 vs 791.745
10x more popular
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K is more popular than the average processor (10.00 vs 1.000).10 vs 1
14.5% higher user score
Intel Core i7 4770K has a higher user score than the average processor (9.16 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 i7 4770K has a higher user score than the average processor (9.16 vs 8.000).9.16 vs 8
5.56x cheaper
Intel Core i7 4770K is cheaper than the average processor (£45 vs £250).
Intel Core i7 4770K is cheaper than the average processor (£45 vs £250).£45 vs £250
16.7% more L3 per core
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K 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
Unlocked for overclocking
Intel Core i7 4770K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
73.9% faster classroom rendering
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,376.9 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
16.7% more L3 per core
Intel Core i7 4770K 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.
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i7 4770K supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i7 4770K includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.

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Why is Intel Core i7 4770K worse than the average processor?

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7 year/s older release date
Intel Core i7 4770K has an older release date than the average processor (2,013 vs 2,020).
June 2013
Narrower instruction support
Intel Core i7 4770K supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
85% slower Blender rendering
Intel Core i7 4770K has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (49.9 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
37.6% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (302 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
2 fewer CPU cores
Intel Core i7 4770K has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
36.4% weaker multi-core performance
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,769 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
9.3% lower boost clock
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
13% weaker single-core performance
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,159 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
13% lower single-core score
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,280 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
32.2% lower PassMark score
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (7,143 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
37.5% lower bus transfer rate
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K 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.
14.6% lower multi-core score
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (4,092 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
83.3% larger process node
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K 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.
Less advanced microarchitecture
Intel Core i7 4770K uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Haswell vs Kaby Lake).
33.3% smaller L1 cache
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 22 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
Older DDR support
Intel Core i7 4770K supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
44.1% lower memory bandwidth
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
86.7% higher base power
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
86.7% higher TDP
Intel Core i7 4770K has a higher TDP than the average processor (84 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
31.3% higher boost power
Intel Core i7 4770K has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (84 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
20 seconds shorter turbo duration
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower turbo duration limit than the average processor (8 seconds vs 28 seconds). The average processor maintains turbo for 28 seconds.
85% slower Blender rendering
Intel Core i7 4770K has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (49.9 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
What it is: A Blender render result based on the BMW27 scene, used to show how quickly the processor can finish a heavy 3D rendering task.
When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >290
Intel Core i7 4770K has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (49.9 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.49.85 vs 331.88
37.6% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (302 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >600
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (302 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.302 vs 484
83.3% larger process node
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K 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
2 fewer CPU cores
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
36.4% weaker multi-core performance
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,769 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 i7 4770K has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,769 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,769 vs 2,783
86.7% higher base power
Intel Core i7 4770K 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 i7 4770K 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
9.3% lower boost clock
Intel Core i7 4770K has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.9 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 i7 4770K has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
Older DDR support
Intel Core i7 4770K supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: DDR5
Intel Core i7 4770K supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).DDR3 vs DDR4

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What customers like about Intel Core i7 4770K?

Improved architecture (Haswell) providing a 5-15% performance boost over the previous generation Ivy Bridge.
Integrated Intel HD 4600 graphics offer a significant performance jump, supporting 4K video playback and DirectX 11.1.
Unlocked multiplier ('K' series) allows for easier overclocking control for enthusiasts.
Introduction of new instruction sets like AVX2 and FMA3 for better performance in supported modern workloads.
Excellent power efficiency at idle and low-load states compared to older architectures.
Strong single-core performance that remains viable for many general-purpose applications and older gaming titles.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 4770K?

Runs significantly hotter than previous generations, often requiring high-end cooling or 'delidding' for stable high overclocks.
Limited overclocking headroom compared to the i7-3770K due to thermal management and integrated voltage regulator issues.
Requires a new LGA 1150 motherboard, making it a more expensive upgrade for those on older sockets.
Modest performance gains for gamers already owning Sandy Bridge or Ivy Bridge systems, making the upgrade cost-benefit debatable.
Lacks certain enterprise features like v-Pro, VT-d, and TSX support, which are available on the non-K variant.
Increased power consumption at maximum load (AVX workloads) compared to its predecessors.

Expert reviews

uk.pcmag.com

16/05/2014

Intel Core i7-4770K - PCMag UK Would you like to see how this processor's performance benchmarks compare to newer generations in a specific applicatio...

The Intel Core i7-4770K (Haswell) is a high-performance, unlocked quad-core processor featuring advanced AVX2 instruction sets, providing excellent multi-threaded and gaming capabilities. While offering a slight 5% to 10% performance increase over previous generations, the chip requires a new LGA 1150 motherboard, limiting its value for recent upgraders. Key drawbacks include higher...Read more

decryptedtech.com

16/06/2013

Fourth Generation Core i7 Review, Meet the Intel Core i7 4770k

The DecryptedTech review highlights the Intel Core i7-4770K as a 22nm "Haswell" flagship, focusing on efficiency and integrated graphics (HD 4600) rather than significant desktop compute increases. Offering a 5-10% performance gain over Ivy Bridge, the 3.5 GHz quad-core chip features an unlocked "K" multiplier, improved synthetic performance, and strong Z87 platform capabilities....Read more

digitalfoundry.net

02/06/2013

Intel Core i7 4770K review - Digital Foundry

Digital Foundry's review describes the Intel Core i7-4770K as a refined 22nm "Haswell" processor providing a useful per-clock performance boost over Ivy Bridge, rather than a revolutionary leap for desktop users. A key highlight is the integrated HD 4600 GPU, which offers a significant upgrade capable of running games at 720p better than contemporary consoles. Pros include easy...Read more

expertreviews.co.uk

01/06/2013

Intel Core i7-4770K (Haswell) Review

The Intel Core i7-4770K (Haswell) delivers roughly a 10% performance boost over the previous generation through architectural efficiency, rather than higher clock speeds. Key enhancements include improved multitasking capabilities and a significantly faster integrated HD Graphics 4600, making it a strong choice for high-end,, scratch-built systems. However, for users with recent Ivy...Read more

tweaktown.com

01/06/2013

Intel Core i7-4770K (Haswell 4th Gen) CPU and Z87 Express Chipset Review

The TweakTown review of the Intel Core i7-4770K (Haswell) and Z87 chipset identifies the 4th Gen architecture as an evolutionary step focusing on power efficiency and integrated graphics performance rather than massive raw speed gains. Key advantages include significantly improved idle power consumption, a 5–10% IPC increase over Ivy Bridge, and strong HD Graphics 4600 performance....Read more

tomshardware.com

01/06/2013

The Core i7-4770K Review: Haswell Is Faster - Tom's Hardware

The Tom's Hardware review of the Intel Core i7-4770K (Haswell) highlights a 7% to 13% performance increase over the i7-3770K, driven by improved IPC and AVX2 support, alongside enhanced HD Graphics 4600 performance. However, the processor suffers from higher operating temperatures, significantly reduced overclocking headroom, and requires a new LGA 1150 motherboard, according to the...Read more

techspot.com

01/06/2013

Intel Haswell Makes Its Debut: Core i7-4770K Review

The TechSpot review of the Intel Core i7-4770K highlights it as the flagship 4th-gen "Haswell" processor, featuring 3.5GHz base speeds on the LGA 1150 socket with improved HD Graphics 4600. The processor delivers a 7% to 13% performance boost over the Ivy Bridge i7-3770K, alongside superior efficiency with new low-power C-states. Specific pros include stellar multimedia encoding...Read more

guru3d.com

01/06/2013

Core i7 4770K processor review - Guru 3d

The Guru3D review of the Intel Core i7-4770K highlights the Haswell architecture's focus on efficiency and improved integrated graphics (HD 4600) rather than massive CPU speed gains. Key pros include enhanced media performance, the AVX2 instruction set for video transcoding, and better power management via the Integrated Voltage Regulator. Conversely, marginal performance increases...Read more

techgage.com

19/07/2013

Intel Core i7-4770K Quad-Core Processor Review - Techgage Would you like me to find benchmarks comparing this model specifically against newer generat...

The Techgage review of the Intel Core i7-4770K highlights the 4th-gen "Haswell" flagship's strengths in general compute and integrated graphics, driven by a 3.5 GHz quad-core design and the new Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator (FIVR). The processor shows improved performance over the i7-3770K, particularly in single-threaded tasks, AES encryption, and specialized applications. Key...Read more

techradar.com

02/06/2013

Intel Core i7-4770K review - TechRadar

The Intel Core i7-4770K (Haswell) is highlighted as a top-tier mainstream processor offering excellent per-core performance and improved energy efficiency over previous generations. While maintaining dominance in high-end computing, the review notes the performance gains over the Ivy Bridge (i7-3770K) are incremental rather than revolutionary, as the architecture focuses heavily on...Read more

overclockers.com

01/06/2013

Intel i7 4770K - Haswell - CPU Review - Overclockers

The Overclockers.com review of the Intel i7-4770k "Haswell" processor identifies it as a solid, energy-efficient evolution for desktops that provides notable performance gains over Ivy Bridge, particularly in rendering and video editing. Key pros include high raw performance in productive applications, a significantly improved Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics, and enhanced,...Read more

hexus.net

01/06/2013

Review: Intel Core i7-4770K (22nm Haswell) - CPU - HEXUS.net

The Intel Core i7-4770K ("Haswell") focuses on efficiency and scalability, utilizing a 22nm process, an integrated voltage regulator (FIVR), and a 177mm² die with four cores and eight threads. Performance-wise, it offers a modest 8–10% improvement over the i7-3770K, but while the unlocked "K" variant is a pro for enthusiasts, a key con is that it runs hotter and is less stable when...Read more

chip.de

16/10/2013

Intel Core i7-4770K (Desktop CPU) Review

The Intel Core i7-4770K is a high-end 4th-generation Haswell processor with four cores, Hyper-Threading, and 3.5 GHz base clock speed, offering exceptional performance for intensive tasks. Key advantages include its unlocked "K" multiplier for overclocking and improved efficiency, alongside the integrated HD Graphics 4600 which supports DirectX 11.1 and 4K output. Conversely, the...Read more

hardwareluxx.de

01/06/2013

Haswell Review: Intel Core i7-4770K and all i5 models

The Hardwareluxx review of Intel's 4th Generation "Haswell" processors (i7-4770K, i5-4670K) highlights a 5% to 15% IPC speed increase over Ivy Bridge, alongside improved Intel HD Graphics 4600 performance. Key technical advantages include the integrated voltage regulator (FIVR) and AVX2/FMA3 support, though the requirement for a new LGA 1150 motherboard is a significant downside....Read more

cowcotland.com

01/06/2013

Intel Core i5-4670K and Core i7-4770K CPU Review

The Cowcotland review of the Intel Core i5-4670K and Core i7-4770K highlights the Haswell architecture (LGA 1150) offering a 10-15% performance improvement over Ivy Bridge, with the i7-4770K (4C/8T) dominating in multi-threaded tasks, while the i5-4670K (4C/4T) offers better value for gaming. Key pros include enhanced HD 4600 integrated graphics, high overclocking potential via...Read more

tomshardware.fr

18/03/2013

Exclusive: Intel Haswell Core i7-4770K Review

The Intel Core i7-4770K "Haswell" processor offers a 5-10% performance increase over the i7-3770K, driven by architecture enhancements rather than raw frequency, with improved IPC and AVX2/FMA3 instructions delivering up to 13% better results in specific workloads. The platform introduces the Z87 chipset with native USB 3.0/SATA 6Gb/s support and an enhanced HD Graphics 4600 engine,...Read more

hardware.fr

01/06/2013

Intel Core i7-4770K and i5-4670K: Haswell Review

The Hardware.fr review of the Intel Core i7-4770K and i5-4670K (Haswell) highlights a 10-15% performance increase over Ivy Bridge, with stronger gains in AVX2/FMA3 tasks, alongside significantly improved Intel HD Graphics 4600. While the processors excel in idle power efficiency, they suffer from higher power consumption under load and increased thermal density due to an integrated...Read more

tomshardware.fr

01/06/2013

Core i7-4770K Haswell: All that for this?

The Tom's Hardware France review characterizes the Intel Core i7-4770K "Haswell" as a technically proficient but underwhelming "tock" update, offering only 5% to 13% performance gains over Ivy Bridge for desktop users. While delivering improved IPC, specialized AVX2 instructions, and superior energy efficiency at idle, the processor is considered a minor step forward for existing...Read more

geeknetic.es

01/06/2013

4th Generation Intel Core. Core i7-4770k - Geeknetic

The Geeknetic review of the Intel Core i7-4770K highlights the Haswell microarchitecture, delivering a 8-10% IPC performance boost over the previous Ivy Bridge generation. Key pros include enhanced performance in instruction sets like AVX2/FMA and improved Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics supporting 4K, though a major con is the high operating temperature due to thermal paste...Read more

elchapuzasinformatico.com

05/07/2013

Review: Intel Core i7-4770K - El Chapuzas Informático

The Intel Core i7-4770K, a 22nm Haswell processor for the LGA1150 socket, features four cores, eight threads, and the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator (FIVR) for improved, albeit hotter, power management. It offers a 5-10% IPC increase over its predecessor, with notable improvements in AVX2 instructions and integrated HD 4600 graphics. While praising its overclocking potential and...Read more

tomshw.it

01/06/2013

Core i7-4770K Review: Intel Haswell is faster but doesn't impress

The Tom's Hardware review of the Intel Core i7-4770K (Haswell) describes a solid, yet incremental, performance increase of 7-13% over the Ivy Bridge i7-3770K, failing to fully impress desktop enthusiasts. While the CPU boasts improved IPC and faster AVX2 processing, the requirement for a new LGA 1150 motherboard limits its value for existing users. Pros include strong AVX2...Read more

multiplayer.it

01/06/2013

Intel Core i7-4770K Review - Processors

The Intel Core i7-4770K review from Multiplayer.it analyzes the 4th-generation Haswell architecture, highlighting its 3.5 GHz base frequency, 8 MB L3 cache, and the enhanced Intel HD Graphics 4600, which offers improved integrated visuals. Pros include the unlocked multiplier for, facilitating straightforward overclocking up to 4.6 GHz, and strong performance in specific...Read more

hwupgrade.it

01/06/2013

Intel Core i7-4770K: the Haswell CPU at its debut

The Intel Core i7-4770K, a 22nm Haswell-architecture processor, offers improved per-clock performance and superior integrated HD Graphics 4600 compared to Ivy Bridge. It introduces the LGA 1150 socket and Z87 chipset, providing native support for USB 3.0 and SATA 3.0. While power efficiency is better at idle, the CPU suffers from high operating temperatures under load due to the...Read more

tweakers.net

05/06/2013

AMD Richland: A10-6800K tested (Including i7-4770K benchmarks)

The AMD A10-6800K "Richland" APU serves as an incremental update to the Trinity architecture, featuring higher clock speeds (4.1GHz base, 4.4GHz turbo) and the Radeon HD 8670D IGP. A key technical advancement is official support for DDR3-2133 memory, addressing bandwidth limitations for the integrated graphics. Performance-wise, the A10-6800K delivers a modest 3% to 10% speed...Read more

tweakers.net

15/08/2013

Intel Core i7-4770K Boxed review by meirnoordermeer

The Intel Core i7-4770K (Haswell) represents a solid, evolutionary step for desktop performance with its 4-core, 8-thread design, 3.5 GHz base clock, and 3.9 GHz Turbo, tailored for enthusiasts with an unlocked multiplier. While offering modest 4-10% general performance gains over Ivy Bridge, it excels in AVX2-accelerated video editing and rendering, paired with significantly...Read more

hardware.info

01/06/2013

Intel Core i7 4770K / Core i5 4670K / Core i5 4430 review: Haswell tested!

The Hardware.info review of Intel's "Haswell" processors (i7-4770K, i5-4670K, i5-4430) highlights a focus on power efficiency, improved integrated graphics (HD 4600), and a new LGA 1150 platform. The CPUs provide modest performance gains of 10% to 15% over Ivy Bridge, with improved idle power consumption and better multimedia performance via the updated GPU. However, significant...Read more

tweakers.net

01/06/2013

New Intel Generation: All Is Well That Is Haswell?

The Tweakers.net review of Intel’s 4th-gen "Haswell" processors reveals a shift toward power efficiency and enhanced integrated graphics over raw CPU performance gains, which average a modest 5% to 10% over Ivy Bridge. A key innovation is the Integrated Voltage Regulator (FIVR), which improves efficiency but contributes to higher operating temperatures. While offering superior...Read more

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