Core i5-4570S vs Ryzen Embedded V2A46
Core i5-4570S
Ryzen Embedded V2A46
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. The Core i5-4570S is positioned at rank #668 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4570S
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4570S | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4570S | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i5-4570S and Ryzen Embedded V2A46
Core i5-4570S
The Core i5-4570S 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 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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: 5,016 points. Launch price was $410.
Ryzen Embedded V2A46
The Ryzen Embedded V2A46 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,999 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4570S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i5-4570S versus 3.2 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-4570S (base: 2.9 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i5-4570S uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4570S scores 5,016 against the Ryzen Embedded V2A46's 4,999 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-4570S. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-4570S vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V2A46.
| Feature | Core i5-4570S | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz+12% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 6144 kB (total) | 8 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 5,016 | 4,999 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4570S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses FP6 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-4570S | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | FP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-4570S) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded V2A46). The Core i5-4570S includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4570S targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i5-4570S | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4570S launched at $195 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 debuted at $0. At current prices ($40 vs $0), the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 is $40 cheaper.
| Feature | Core i5-4570S | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $195 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 125.4 | — |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2023 |
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