Core i3-10100T vs Core i7-4790

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4790

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14553%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

13751%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

9984%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3008%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2382%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2084%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1194%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1178%

#9

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1073%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1073%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1061%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1032%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1018%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1013%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1004%

#291

Core i9-7900X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $188

98%

#762

Core i7-4790

MSRP: $339|Avg: $60

100%

#763

Pentium G640

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

100%

#764

Pentium G840

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

100%

#766

Core i5-6440EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

100%

#767

Core i5-4590T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $130

99%

#769

Celeron G530T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $17

99%

#770

Core i7-4770K

MSRP: $339|Avg: $100

98%

#771

A10-9700

MSRP: $169|Avg: $40

98%

#772

Core i5-2400

MSRP: $184|Avg: $25

98%

#773

Core i7-5775C

MSRP: $366|Avg: $150

98%

#775

Pentium G2140

MSRP: $100|Avg: $95

98%

#776

Core i7-4790T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $102

97%

#777

Core i5-2320

MSRP: $177|Avg: $22

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-10100T (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-10100T	Core i7-4790
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($149)	✅ More affordable ($60)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4790 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-10100T	Core i7-4790
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+147%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($149)	✅ More affordable ($60)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i3-10100T Benchmark Check

Core i7-4790 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-10100T and Core i7-4790

Core i3-10100T

The Core i3-10100T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2020 (5 years ago). It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 7,305 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i7-4790

The Core i7-4790 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 84 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,263 points. Launch price was $303.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i3-10100T and Core i7-4790 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i3-10100T versus 4 GHz on the Core i7-4790 — a 5.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-4790 (base: 3 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i7-4790 is built on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-10100T scores 7,305 against the Core i7-4790's 7,263 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-10100T. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-10100T vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4790.

Feature	Core i3-10100T	Core i7-4790
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz	4 GHz+5%
Base Clock	3 GHz	3.6 GHz+20%
L3 Cache	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache	8 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	—	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	—	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	7,305	7,263

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-10100T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-4790 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.