Core i5-8365UE vs Core i7-4700EQ

Core i5-8365UE

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.1 GHz2019

Core i7-4700EQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-8365UE

4 / 8

5,435

+0.3%

5,417

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 i5-8365UE is positioned at rank 919 and the Core i7-4700EQ is on rank 994, so the Core i5-8365UE 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 i5-8365UE

#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 Per Dollar Core i7-4700EQ

#982

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2047%

#983

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2017%

#984

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1852%

#985

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1844%

#986

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1827%

#988

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1764%

#989

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1692%

#990

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1689%

#991

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1643%

#994

Core i7-4700EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $180

100%

#995

Core i3-8145UE

MSRP: $281|Avg: $50

100%

#996

Core i7-4712MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $60

98%

#997

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

98%

#998

Celeron M U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

98%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

97%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

97%

#1005

Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

95%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

95%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

95%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

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 i5-8365UE	Core i7-4700EQ
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($297)	✅ More affordable ($180)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Crystalwell (2013−2014) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4700EQ (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-8365UE	Core i7-4700EQ
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+64%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($297)	✅ More affordable ($180)

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 i5-8365UE Benchmark Check

Core i7-4700EQ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-8365UE and Core i7-4700EQ

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.

Core i7-4700EQ

The Core i7-4700EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 May 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,417 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-8365UE and Core i7-4700EQ share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-8365UE versus 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-4700EQ — a 18.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-8365UE (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i5-8365UE uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-4700EQ uses Crystalwell (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8365UE scores 5,435 against the Core i7-4700EQ's 5,417 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-8365UE. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-8365UE vs 8192 kB (total) on the Core i7-4700EQ.

Feature	Core i5-8365UE	Core i7-4700EQ
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4.1 GHz+21%	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	2.4 GHz+50%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	8192 kB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)	Crystalwell (2013−2014)
PassMark	5,435	5,417

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-8365UE uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-4700EQ uses BGA1364 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-8365UE	Core i7-4700EQ
Socket	FCBGA1528	BGA1364
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3L-1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	32 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-8365UE) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-4700EQ). The Core i7-4700EQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Core i5-8365UE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4700EQ targets Mobile.

Feature	Core i5-8365UE	Core i7-4700EQ
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics 4600
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Mobile

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-8365UE launched at $297 MSRP, while the Core i7-4700EQ debuted at $378. At current prices ($297 vs $180), the Core i7-4700EQ is $117 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-8365UE delivers 18.3 pts/$ vs 30.1 pts/$ for the Core i7-4700EQ — making the Core i7-4700EQ the 48.7% better value option.