
Core i5-4570TE vs Core i5-4210H

Core i5-4570TE

Core i5-4210H
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 i5-4570TE is positioned at rank 898 and the Core i5-4210H is on rank 1003, so the Core i5-4570TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4570TE
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4210H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4570TE | Core i5-4210H |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4570TE | Core i5-4210H |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i5-4570TE and Core i5-4210H

Core i5-4570TE
The Core i5-4570TE 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 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4096 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,085 points. Launch price was $239.

Core i5-4210H
The Core i5-4210H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,084 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-4570TE and Core i5-4210H share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-4570TE versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-4210H — a 5.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-4210H (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). Both are built on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture using a 22 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i5-4570TE scores 3,085 against the Core i5-4210H's 3,084 — a 0% lead for the Core i5-4570TE. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 966 vs 1,020, a 5.4% lead for the Core i5-4210H that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4096 kB (total) on the Core i5-4570TE vs 3 MB on the Core i5-4210H.
| Feature | Core i5-4570TE | Core i5-4210H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.9 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 4096 kB (total)+33% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 3,085 | 3,084 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 966 | 1,020+6% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,916 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4570TE uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-4210H uses BGA1364 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. 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,Q87,Z87,Q85,C226,H97,Z97 (Core i5-4570TE) and 8-series (Core i5-4210H).
| Feature | Core i5-4570TE | Core i5-4210H |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | BGA1364 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3L-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 i5-4570TE) vs VT-x (Core i5-4210H). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4600 (Core i5-4570TE) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i5-4210H) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4570TE targets Embedded, Core i5-4210H targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-4570TE rivals Embedded R-Series; Core i5-4210H rivals Ryzen 5 3550H.
| Feature | Core i5-4570TE | Core i5-4210H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x |
| Target Use | Embedded | Gaming |
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