Core i3-1115G4E vs Core i5-4670S

Core i3-1115G4E

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2020

Core i5-4670S

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-1115G4E

2 / 4

5,231

0.0%

5,252

+0.4%

About PassMark

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. The Core i3-1115G4E is positioned at rank 795 and the Core i5-4670S is on rank 693, so the Core i5-4670S offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1115G4E

#783

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1195%

#784

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1177%

#785

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1081%

#786

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1076%

#787

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1066%

#789

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1029%

#790

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

987%

#791

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

985%

#792

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

959%

#795

Core i3-1115G4E

MSRP: $213|Avg: $47

100%

#797

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

99%

#799

Celeron B815

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

99%

#801

Celeron B810

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

99%

#803

Core i7-1365UE

MSRP: $429|Avg: $429

98%

#805

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

98%

#809

Athlon II M320

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

97%

#810

Celeron B800

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4670S

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

12641%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

11944%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

8672%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2613%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2069%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1810%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1037%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1023%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

932%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

932%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

921%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

896%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

884%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

880%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

872%

#693

Core i5-4670S

MSRP: $213|Avg: $30

100%

#694

Core i5-3550

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

100%

#695

Core i3-7300

MSRP: $184|Avg: $46

100%

#696

FX-4300

MSRP: $122|Avg: $25

100%

#697

Core i5-3450

MSRP: $184|Avg: $95

100%

#698

Celeron G550

MSRP: $52|Avg: $15

99%

#700

Core i3-4370T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $138

99%

#701

FX-6200

MSRP: $169|Avg: $25

99%

#702

FX-4150

MSRP: $137|Avg: $20

98%

#703

Core i5-2450P

MSRP: $177|Avg: $30

98%

#704

Core i5-4690T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $98

98%

#705

Core i5-4430S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $90

97%

#706

Core i5-4440S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $30

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 i3-1115G4E (2020) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, LPDDR4X, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-1115G4E	Core i5-4670S
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($47)	✅ More affordable ($30)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4670S (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-1115G4E	Core i5-4670S
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+57%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($47)	✅ More affordable ($30)

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 i3-1115G4E Benchmark Check

Core i5-4670S Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-1115G4E and Core i5-4670S

Core i3-1115G4E

The Core i3-1115G4E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, LPDDR4X. Passmark benchmark score: 5,231 points. Launch price was $285.

Core i5-4670S

The Core i5-4670S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,252 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-1115G4E packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-4670S offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-4670S has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-1115G4E versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-4670S — a 2.6% clock advantage for the Core i3-1115G4E (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i3-1115G4E uses the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-4670S uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-1115G4E scores 5,231 against the Core i5-4670S's 5,252 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i5-4670S. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-1115G4E vs 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-4670S.

Feature	Core i3-1115G4E	Core i5-4670S
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz+3%	3.8 GHz
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	3.1 GHz+41%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6144 kB (total)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)+400%	256 kB (per core)
Process	10 nm-55%	22 nm
Architecture	Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	5,231	5,252
Geekbench 6 Single	1,506	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-1115G4E uses the FCBGA1449 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-4670S uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Core i3-1115G4E versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4670S — the Core i3-1115G4E supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-1115G4E supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Core i3-1115G4E) vs 16 (Core i5-4670S) — the Core i5-4670S offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i3-1115G4E	Core i5-4670S
Socket	FCBGA1449	LGA1150
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200+33%	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB+100%	32 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	4	16+300%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i3-1115G4E supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-1115G4E) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-4670S). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU) (Core i3-1115G4E) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i5-4670S) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1115G4E targets Embedded, Core i5-4670S targets Desktop Low Power. Direct competitor: Core i3-1115G4E rivals Ryzen Embedded V2516.

Feature	Core i3-1115G4E	Core i5-4670S
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU)	HD Graphics 4600
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Embedded	Desktop Low Power

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Value Analysis

The Core i3-1115G4E launched at $213 MSRP, while the Core i5-4670S debuted at $213. At current prices ($47 vs $30), the Core i5-4670S is $17 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-1115G4E delivers 111.3 pts/$ vs 175.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-4670S — making the Core i5-4670S the 44.5% better value option.