Core i5-4690S vs Core i5-8365UE

Core i5-4690S

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2014

Core i5-8365UE

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.1 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-4690S

4 / 4

5,476

+0.8%

5,435

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 i5-4690S is positioned at rank 845 and the Core i5-8365UE is on rank 919, so the Core i5-4690S 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 i5-4690S

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

17414%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

16455%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11947%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3599%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2851%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2494%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1428%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1410%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1284%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1284%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1269%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1235%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1218%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1213%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1202%

#845

Core i5-4690S

MSRP: $306|Avg: $189

100%

#846

Core i3-3250

MSRP: $138|Avg: $40

100%

#847

Core i3-3240

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

100%

#848

Pentium G640T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

99%

#849

Core i7-5930K

MSRP: $583|Avg: $410

99%

#851

Core i3-3240T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $8

99%

#852

Athlon II X2 240

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#854

Core i5-2500S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $61

98%

#856

Athlon X2 BE-2400

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

98%

#857

Core i3-2102

MSRP: $117|Avg: $15

97%

#858

Pentium G850

MSRP: $86|Avg: $75

97%

#859

Core i5-3475S

MSRP: $249|Avg: $42

97%

#860

Core i7-2600K

MSRP: $317|Avg: $109

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8365UE

#907

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1603%

#908

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1580%

#909

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1450%

#910

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1444%

#911

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1430%

#913

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1381%

#914

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1325%

#915

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1322%

#916

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1287%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

100%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

97%

#933

Athlon X2 L310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

95%

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 i5-8365UE (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-4690S	Core i5-8365UE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($189)	⚠️ Higher cost ($297)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4690S (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-4690S	Core i5-8365UE
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+58%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($189)	⚠️ Higher cost ($297)

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 i5-4690S Benchmark Check

Core i5-8365UE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-4690S and Core i5-8365UE

Core i5-4690S

The Core i5-4690S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 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: 5,476 points. Launch price was $224.

Core i5-8365UE

The Core i5-8365UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,435 points. Launch price was $297.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-4690S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i5-8365UE's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-4690S versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-8365UE — a 5% clock advantage for the Core i5-8365UE (base: 3.2 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i5-4690S uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-8365UE uses Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4690S scores 5,476 against the Core i5-8365UE's 5,435 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-4690S. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i5-4690S	Core i5-8365UE
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz	4.1 GHz+5%
Base Clock	3.2 GHz+100%	1.6 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)
PassMark	5,476	5,435

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4690S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-8365UE uses FCBGA1528 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-4690S	Core i5-8365UE
Socket	LGA1150	FCBGA1528
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-4690S launched at $306 MSRP, while the Core i5-8365UE debuted at $297. At current prices ($189 vs $297), the Core i5-4690S is $108 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4690S delivers 29.0 pts/$ vs 18.3 pts/$ for the Core i5-8365UE — making the Core i5-4690S the 45.2% better value option.