Core i7-4770K vs Core i5-7640X
Core i7-4770K
Core i5-7640X
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 i7-4770K is positioned at rank 770 and the Core i5-7640X is on rank 619, so the Core i5-7640X offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4770K
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7640X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4770K | Core i5-7640X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($85) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-X (2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4770K | Core i5-7640X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+16%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($85) |
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 i7-4770K and Core i5-7640X
Core i7-4770K
The Core i7-4770K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 84 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,141 points. Launch price was $399.
Core i5-7640X
The Core i5-7640X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake-X (2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 112 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 7,060 points. Launch price was $242.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4770K packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i5-7640X's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-4770K versus 4.2 GHz on the Core i5-7640X — a 7.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-7640X (base: 3.5 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Core i7-4770K uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-7640X uses Kaby Lake-X (2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4770K scores 7,141 against the Core i5-7640X's 7,060 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i7-4770K. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4770K vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7640X.
| Feature | Core i7-4770K | Core i5-7640X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 4.2 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Kaby Lake-X (2017) |
| PassMark | 7,141+1% | 7,060 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 3,726 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,419 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 3,726 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4770K uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-7640X uses LGA2066 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-4770K | Core i5-7640X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA2066 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-4770K) / Yes (Core i5-7640X). Primary use case: Core i5-7640X targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i7-4770K | Core i5-7640X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4770K launched at $339 MSRP, while the Core i5-7640X debuted at $249. At current prices ($100 vs $85), the Core i5-7640X is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4770K delivers 71.4 pts/$ vs 83.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-7640X — making the Core i5-7640X the 15.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-4770K | Core i5-7640X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $339 | $249-27% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $85-15% |
| Performance per Dollar | 71.4 | 83.1+16% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2017 |
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