Core i5-4430 vs Core i5-4460S
Core i5-4430
Core i5-4460S
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 i5-4430 is positioned at rank 673 and the Core i5-4460S is on rank 677, so the Core i5-4430 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4430
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4460S
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4430 | Core i5-4460S |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4430 | Core i5-4460S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+20%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
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 i5-4430 and Core i5-4460S
Core i5-4430
The Core i5-4430 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 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 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: 4,653 points. Launch price was $182.
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.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-4430 and Core i5-4460S share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-4430 versus 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-4460S — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-4460S (base: 3 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). Both are built on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture using a 22 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i5-4430 scores 4,653 against the Core i5-4460S's 4,645 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i5-4430. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,015 vs 847, a 18% lead for the Core i5-4430 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i5-4430 | Core i5-4460S |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.4 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+3% | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 4,653 | 4,645 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,015+20% | 847 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,614 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA1150 socket with PCIe 3.0. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i5-4430) and H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i5-4460S).
| Feature | Core i5-4430 | Core i5-4460S |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-4430) vs VT-x (Core i5-4460S). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4600 (Core i5-4430) 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 i5-4430 targets Desktop, Core i5-4460S targets Office Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-4430 rivals FX-6300.
| Feature | Core i5-4430 | Core i5-4460S |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | Intel HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x |
| Target Use | Desktop | Office Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4430 launched at $182 MSRP, while the Core i5-4460S debuted at $182. At current prices ($60 vs $50), the Core i5-4460S is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4430 delivers 77.5 pts/$ vs 92.9 pts/$ for the Core i5-4460S — making the Core i5-4460S the 18% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-4430 | Core i5-4460S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $182 | $182 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | $50-17% |
| Performance per Dollar | 77.5 | 92.9+20% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2014 |
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