Core i7-4702MQ vs Ryzen 5 5600

Core i7-4702MQ

4 Cores8 Thrd37 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2013

Ryzen 5 5600

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-4702MQ

4 / 8

5,187

0.0%

21,550

+315.5%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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. The Core i7-4702MQ is positioned at rank #1011 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 i7-4702MQ

#999

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2167%

#1000

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2135%

#1001

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1960%

#1002

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1951%

#1003

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1933%

#1005

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1867%

#1006

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1790%

#1007

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1787%

#1008

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1739%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

#1012

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

99%

#1013

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

99%

#1014

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

98%

#1015

Celeron T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

97%

#1016

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

97%

#1017

Core i5-4300M

MSRP: $227|Avg: N/A

96%

#1018

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

96%

#1019

Athlon 64 X2 TK-42

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

95%

#1020

Athlon Neo MV-40

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

94%

#1021

Core i7-4860EQ

MSRP: $434|Avg: $80

94%

#1022

Pentium SU2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

94%

#1023

A4-1250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

93%

#1025

Core i5-4200M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

92%

#1026

Celeron 1000M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

135%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

123%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

123%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

121%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

118%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

116%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

116%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

115%

#16

Core Ultra 5 225F

MSRP: $231|Avg: $150

112%

#17

Core Ultra 7 265K

MSRP: $309|Avg: $285

110%

#18

Ryzen 9 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $150

109%

#19

Ryzen 5 3600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $90

108%

#20

Core i7-14700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $260

107%

#21

Core i7-14700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $270

103%

#22

Ryzen 5 4500

MSRP: $129|Avg: $85

101%

#23

Ryzen 5 5600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $115

100%

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

100%

#25

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

98%

#26

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

97%

#27

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

97%

#28

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

97%

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

95%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

95%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

94%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

93%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

93%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

93%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

90%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

88%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

87%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

87%

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 Ryzen 5 5600 (2022) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-4702MQ	Ryzen 5 5600
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($50)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4702MQ (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-4702MQ	Ryzen 5 5600
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+81%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($50)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)

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 i7-4702MQ Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 5600 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4702MQ and Ryzen 5 5600

Core i7-4702MQ

The Core i7-4702MQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 May 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,187 points. Launch price was $378.

Ryzen 5 5600

The Ryzen 5 5600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 21,550 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-4702MQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-4702MQ versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600 — a 31.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i7-4702MQ uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4702MQ scores 5,187 against the Ryzen 5 5600's 21,550 — a 122.4% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 965 vs 2,052, a 72.1% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 3,180 vs 8,600 (92% advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600). L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4702MQ vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 5600.

Feature	Core i7-4702MQ	Ryzen 5 5600
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	6 / 12+50%
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	4.4 GHz+38%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	3.5 GHz+59%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	32 MB (total)+300%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	512K (per core)+100%
Process	22 nm	7 nm-68%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Vermeer (2020−2025)
PassMark	5,187	21,550+315%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	11,077
Geekbench 6 Single	965	2,052+113%
Geekbench 6 Multi	3,180	8,600+170%

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4702MQ uses the PGA946 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Core i7-4702MQ versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600 — the Ryzen 5 5600 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-4702MQ) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 5600) — the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM86,QM87 (Core i7-4702MQ) and B550,X570,B450,X470,A520 (Ryzen 5 5600).

Feature	Core i7-4702MQ	Ryzen 5 5600
Socket	PGA946	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3L-1600	DDR4-3200+33%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	128 GB+300%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	24+50%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 5600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-4702MQ) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600). The Core i7-4702MQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Ryzen 5 5600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4702MQ targets Gaming, Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i7-4702MQ rivals Ryzen 7 3750H.

Feature	Core i7-4702MQ	Ryzen 5 5600
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	HD Graphics 4600	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	Gaming	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-4702MQ launched at $383 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($50 vs $115), the Core i7-4702MQ is $65 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4702MQ delivers 103.7 pts/$ vs 187.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600 — making the Ryzen 5 5600 the 57.5% better value option.