
Core i5-4670R

Core i3-1115G4E
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 i5-4670R is positioned at rank 719 and the Core i3-1115G4E is on rank 795, so the Core i5-4670R offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4670R
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1115G4E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4670R | Core i3-1115G4E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($47) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4670R | Core i3-1115G4E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+62%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($47) |
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 i5-4670R and Core i3-1115G4E

Core i5-4670R
The Core i5-4670R 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 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,233 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i3-1115G4E
The Core i3-1115G4E 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: 5,231 points. Launch price was $285.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4670R packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-1115G4E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-4670R has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-4670R versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-1115G4E — a 5.3% clock advantage for the Core i3-1115G4E (base: 3 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i5-4670R uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i3-1115G4E uses Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4670R scores 5,233 against the Core i3-1115G4E's 5,231 — a 0% lead for the Core i5-4670R. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i5-4670R vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-1115G4E.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Core i3-1115G4E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.9 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+36% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 6 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 22 nm | 10 nm-55% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) |
| PassMark | 5,233 | 5,231 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,506 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4670R uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-1115G4E uses FCBGA1449 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Core i3-1115G4E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1364 | FCBGA1449 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 4 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-4670R) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-1115G4E). The Core i3-1115G4E includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU)), while the Core i5-4670R requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1115G4E targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i3-1115G4E rivals Ryzen Embedded V2516.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Core i3-1115G4E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4670R launched at $224 MSRP, while the Core i3-1115G4E debuted at $213. At current prices ($29 vs $47), the Core i5-4670R is $18 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4670R delivers 180.4 pts/$ vs 111.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-1115G4E — making the Core i5-4670R the 47.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Core i3-1115G4E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $224 | $213-5% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $29-38% | $47 |
| Performance per Dollar | 180.4+62% | 111.3 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2020 |
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