Core i7-4700EQ vs N100

Core i7-4700EQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2013

N100

4 Cores4 Thrd6 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-4700EQ

4 / 8

5,417

+1.2%

5,355

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 i7-4700EQ is positioned at rank 994 and the N100 is on rank 102, so the N100 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 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 Per Dollar N100

#31

Ryzen 5 230

MSRP: $200|Avg: $190

94%

#90

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

274%

#91

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

270%

#92

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

248%

#93

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

247%

#94

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

244%

#96

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

236%

#97

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

226%

#98

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

226%

#99

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

220%

#102

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

100%

#106

Ryzen 5 2500U

MSRP: $349|Avg: N/A

98%

#109

Celeron 4305U

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

97%

#110

Celeron J1850

MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A

97%

#114

Core i3-4100M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $99

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 N100 (2023) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-4700EQ	N100
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)	✅ More affordable ($128)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Crystalwell (2013−2014) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 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 i7-4700EQ	N100
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+39%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)	✅ More affordable ($128)

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 i7-4700EQ Benchmark Check

N100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4700EQ and N100

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.

N100

The N100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2023 (2 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 5,355 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-4700EQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the N100's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-4700EQ versus 3.4 GHz on the N100 — identical boost frequencies. The Core i7-4700EQ is built on the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i7-4700EQ scores 5,417 against the N100's 5,355 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i7-4700EQ. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total) on the Core i7-4700EQ vs 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the N100.

Feature	Core i7-4700EQ	N100
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	—
L3 Cache	8192 kB (total)+33%	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	—
Process	22 nm	Intel 7 nm-68%
Architecture	Crystalwell (2013−2014)	—
PassMark	5,417+1%	5,355

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4700EQ uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the N100 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-4700EQ	N100
Socket	BGA1364	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
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: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-4700EQ) / not specified (N100). The Core i7-4700EQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the N100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4700EQ targets Mobile.

Feature	Core i7-4700EQ	N100
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 i7-4700EQ launched at $378 MSRP, while the N100 debuted at $128. At current prices ($180 vs $128), the N100 is $52 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4700EQ delivers 30.1 pts/$ vs 41.8 pts/$ for the N100 — making the N100 the 32.6% better value option.