Core i5-4670S vs Core i3-1115G4E

Core i5-4670S

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2013

Core i3-1115G4E

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-4670S

4 / 4

5,252

+0.4%

5,231

0.0%

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 i5-4670S is positioned at rank 693 and the Core i3-1115G4E is on rank 795, so the Core i5-4670S offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4670S

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

12641%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

11944%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

8672%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2613%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2069%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1810%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1037%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1023%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

932%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

932%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

921%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

896%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

884%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

880%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

872%

#693

Core i5-4670S

MSRP: $213|Avg: $30

100%

#694

Core i5-3550

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

100%

#695

Core i3-7300

MSRP: $184|Avg: $46

100%

#696

FX-4300

MSRP: $122|Avg: $25

100%

#697

Core i5-3450

MSRP: $184|Avg: $95

100%

#698

Celeron G550

MSRP: $52|Avg: $15

99%

#700

Core i3-4370T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $138

99%

#701

FX-6200

MSRP: $169|Avg: $25

99%

#702

FX-4150

MSRP: $137|Avg: $20

98%

#703

Core i5-2450P

MSRP: $177|Avg: $30

98%

#704

Core i5-4690T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $98

98%

#705

Core i5-4430S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $90

97%

#706

Core i5-4440S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $30

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1115G4E

#783

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1195%

#784

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1177%

#785

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1081%

#786

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1076%

#787

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1066%

#789

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1029%

#790

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

987%

#791

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

985%

#792

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

959%

#795

Core i3-1115G4E

MSRP: $213|Avg: $47

100%

#797

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

99%

#799

Celeron B815

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

99%

#801

Celeron B810

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

99%

#803

Core i7-1365UE

MSRP: $429|Avg: $429

98%

#805

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

98%

#809

Athlon II M320

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

97%

#810

Celeron B800

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-1115G4E (2020) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, LPDDR4X, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-4670S	Core i3-1115G4E
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($47)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4670S (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-4670S	Core i3-1115G4E
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+57%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($47)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i5-4670S Benchmark Check

Core i3-1115G4E Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-4670S and Core i3-1115G4E

Core i5-4670S

The Core i5-4670S 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 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 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: 5,252 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.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-4670S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-1115G4E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-4670S has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-4670S versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-1115G4E — a 2.6% clock advantage for the Core i3-1115G4E (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i5-4670S 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 i5-4670S scores 5,252 against the Core i3-1115G4E's 5,231 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i5-4670S. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-4670S vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-1115G4E.

Feature	Core i5-4670S	Core i3-1115G4E
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz	3.9 GHz+3%
Base Clock	3.1 GHz+41%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	6144 kB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	1.25 MB (per core)+400%
Process	22 nm	10 nm-55%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021)
PassMark	5,252	5,231
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,506

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4670S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-1115G4E uses FCBGA1449 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4670S versus DDR4-3200 on the Core i3-1115G4E — the Core i3-1115G4E supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-1115G4E supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-4670S) vs 4 (Core i3-1115G4E) — the Core i5-4670S offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i5-4670S	Core i3-1115G4E
Socket	LGA1150	FCBGA1449
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	DDR4-3200+33%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	64 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16+300%	4

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i3-1115G4E supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-4670S) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-1115G4E). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4600 (Core i5-4670S) and UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU) (Core i3-1115G4E) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4670S targets Desktop Low Power, Core i3-1115G4E targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i3-1115G4E rivals Ryzen Embedded V2516.

Feature	Core i5-4670S	Core i3-1115G4E
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	HD Graphics 4600	UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU)
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use	Desktop Low Power	Embedded

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-4670S launched at $213 MSRP, while the Core i3-1115G4E debuted at $213. At current prices ($30 vs $47), the Core i5-4670S is $17 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4670S delivers 175.1 pts/$ vs 111.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-1115G4E — making the Core i5-4670S the 44.5% better value option.