CPU
GPU
Core i5-7500
Core i7-4790T
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 i5-7500 is positioned at rank 573 and the Core i7-4790T is on rank 776, so the Core i5-7500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7500
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4790T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-7500 | Core i7-4790T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($65) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-7500 | Core i7-4790T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+58%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($65) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) |
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 i5-7500 and Core i7-4790T
Core i5-7500
The Core i5-7500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,362 points. Launch price was $202.
Core i7-4790T
The Core i7-4790T 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 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,325 points. Launch price was $303.
Processing Power
The Core i5-7500 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-4790T's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-7500 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-4790T — a 2.6% clock advantage for the Core i7-4790T (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Core i5-7500 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-4790T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7500 scores 6,362 against the Core i7-4790T's 6,325 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i5-7500. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7500 vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4790T.
| Feature | Core i5-7500 | Core i7-4790T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.9 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+26% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 8 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 6,362 | 6,325 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-7500 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-4790T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-7500 | Core i7-4790T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-7500) / not specified (Core i7-4790T). The Core i5-7500 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Core i7-4790T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7500 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i5-7500 | Core i7-4790T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-7500 launched at $199 MSRP, while the Core i7-4790T debuted at $303. At current prices ($65 vs $102), the Core i5-7500 is $37 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-7500 delivers 97.9 pts/$ vs 62.0 pts/$ for the Core i7-4790T — making the Core i5-7500 the 44.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-7500 | Core i7-4790T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199-34% | $303 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $65-36% | $102 |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.9+58% | 62.0 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2014 |
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