
Core i3-4110M vs Core i5-4402E

Core i3-4110M

Core i5-4402E
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 i3-4110M is positioned at rank 101 and the Core i5-4402E is on rank 1080, so the Core i3-4110M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4110M
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4402E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4110M | Core i5-4402E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4110M | Core i5-4402E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-4110M and Core i5-4402E

Core i3-4110M
The Core i3-4110M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,678 points. Launch price was $225.

Core i5-4402E
The Core i5-4402E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB + 3 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,681 points. Launch price was $266.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-4110M and Core i5-4402E share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Core i3-4110M versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i5-4402E — a 3.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-4402E (base: 2.6 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). Both are built on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture using a 22 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i3-4110M scores 2,678 against the Core i5-4402E's 2,681 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-4402E. Both processors carry 3 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i3-4110M | Core i5-4402E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.7 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+63% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 2,678 | 2,681 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4110M uses the PGA946 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-4402E uses BGA1364 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-4110M | Core i5-4402E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA946 | BGA1364 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4110M) / not specified (Core i5-4402E). The Core i3-4110M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Core i5-4402E requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4110M targets Mobile.
| Feature | Core i3-4110M | Core i5-4402E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
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