Core i3-1115GRE vs Core i5-4460S

Core i3-1115GRE

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2020

Core i5-4460S

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-1115GRE

2 / 4

4,588

0.0%

4,645

+1.2%

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 i3-1115GRE is positioned at rank 1009 and the Core i5-4460S is on rank 677, so the Core i5-4460S 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 i3-1115GRE

#996

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2162%

#997

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2130%

#998

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1956%

#999

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1947%

#1000

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1929%

#1002

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1863%

#1003

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1786%

#1004

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1783%

#1005

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1735%

#1008

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

100%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

100%

#1010

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

#1011

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

99%

#1012

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

98%

#1013

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

97%

#1014

Celeron T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

97%

#1015

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

97%

#1016

Core i5-4300M

MSRP: $227|Avg: N/A

96%

#1017

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

96%

#1018

Athlon 64 X2 TK-42

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

95%

#1019

Athlon Neo MV-40

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

94%

#1020

Core i7-4860EQ

MSRP: $434|Avg: $80

94%

#1021

Pentium SU2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

93%

#1022

A4-1250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4460S

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

12215%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

11542%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

8380%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2525%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2000%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1749%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1002%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

989%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

900%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

900%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

890%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

866%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

854%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

851%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

843%

#676

Core i7-6700K

MSRP: $350|Avg: $142

100%

#677

Core i5-4460S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $50

100%

#679

Pentium G3420T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $40

100%

#680

Core i5-3570

MSRP: $194|Avg: $35

100%

#681

Pentium G3450T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $45

99%

#682

Celeron E3200

MSRP: $43|Avg: $5

99%

#683

Core i5-3470

MSRP: $184|Avg: $55

99%

#684

Core i5-3450S

MSRP: $174|Avg: $20

99%

#685

Core i7-5820K

MSRP: $389|Avg: $103

99%

#686

Core i3-4330

MSRP: $138|Avg: $60

99%

#688

Core i7-7700T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $75

97%

#689

Core i3-4150T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $30

97%

#690

Core i7-3770S

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

97%

#691

Core i7-6800K

MSRP: $434|Avg: $120

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

Insight	Core i3-1115GRE	Core i5-4460S
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($480)	✅ More affordable ($50)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4460S (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-1115GRE	Core i5-4460S
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+872%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($480)	✅ More affordable ($50)

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 i3-1115GRE Benchmark Check

Core i5-4460S Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-1115GRE and Core i5-4460S

Core i3-1115GRE

The Core i3-1115GRE 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: 4,588 points. Launch price was $338.

Core i5-4460S

The Core i5-4460S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,645 points. Launch price was $182.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-1115GRE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-4460S offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-4460S has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-1115GRE versus 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-4460S — a 13.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-1115GRE (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Core i3-1115GRE uses the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-4460S uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-1115GRE scores 4,588 against the Core i5-4460S's 4,645 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i5-4460S. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,175 vs 847, a 32.4% lead for the Core i3-1115GRE that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 2,233 vs 2,614 (15.7% advantage for the Core i5-4460S). Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i3-1115GRE	Core i5-4460S
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz+15%	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	2.9 GHz+32%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (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	4,588	4,645+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	1,175+39%	847
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,233	2,614+17%

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-1115GRE uses the FCBGA1449 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-4460S uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Core i3-1115GRE versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4460S — the Core i3-1115GRE supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-1115GRE 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 i3-1115GRE) vs 16 (Core i5-4460S) — the Core i5-4460S offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Core i3-1115GRE) and H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i5-4460S).

Feature	Core i3-1115GRE	Core i5-4460S
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

Only the Core i3-1115GRE supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: Yes (Core i3-1115GRE) vs VT-x (Core i5-4460S). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics (Core i3-1115GRE) and Intel HD Graphics 4600 (Core i5-4460S) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4460S targets Office Desktop.

Feature	Core i3-1115GRE	Core i5-4460S
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel UHD Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 4600
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	Yes	VT-x
Target Use	—	Office Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Core i3-1115GRE launched at $338 MSRP, while the Core i5-4460S debuted at $182. At current prices ($480 vs $50), the Core i5-4460S is $430 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-1115GRE delivers 9.6 pts/$ vs 92.9 pts/$ for the Core i5-4460S — making the Core i5-4460S the 162.7% better value option.