CPU
GPU
Core i7-4770S
Core i3-9100F
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. The Core i7-4770S is positioned at rank #745 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4770S
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9100F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4770S | Core i3-9100F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4770S | Core i3-9100F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+130%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
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 i7-4770S and Core i3-9100F
Core i7-4770S
The Core i7-4770S 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 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,749 points. Launch price was $329.
Core i3-9100F
The Core i3-9100F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 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: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,704 points. Launch price was $122.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4770S packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i3-9100F's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-4770S versus 4.2 GHz on the Core i3-9100F — a 7.4% clock advantage for the Core i3-9100F (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i7-4770S uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i3-9100F uses Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4770S scores 6,749 against the Core i3-9100F's 6,704 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-4770S. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total) on the Core i7-4770S vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-9100F.
| Feature | Core i7-4770S | Core i3-9100F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 4.2 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz+16% |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 6,749 | 6,704 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4770S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-9100F uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-4770S | Core i3-9100F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA1151 |
| 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: not specified (Core i7-4770S) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-9100F). Primary use case: Core i3-9100F targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i7-4770S | Core i3-9100F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4770S launched at $305 MSRP, while the Core i3-9100F debuted at $97. At current prices ($35 vs $80), the Core i7-4770S is $45 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4770S delivers 192.8 pts/$ vs 83.8 pts/$ for the Core i3-9100F — making the Core i7-4770S the 78.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-4770S | Core i3-9100F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $305 | $97-68% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-56% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 192.8+130% | 83.8 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2019 |
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