Core i7-4770T vs Core i7-4800MQ

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i7-4770T

2013

Why buy it

✅+1.4% higher PassMark.
✅Costs $130 less on MSRP ($250 MSRP vs $380 MSRP).
✅Delivers 54.1% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 23.4 vs 15.2 PassMark/$ ($250 MSRP vs $380 MSRP).
✅Draws 45W instead of 47W, a 2W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Fewer obvious downsides in this matchup outside of normal market pricing swings.

Core i7-4800MQ

2013

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (5,773 vs 5,854).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 15.2 vs 23.4 PassMark/$ ($380 MSRP vs $250 MSRP).

Core i7-4770T

2013

Core i7-4800MQ

2013

Why buy it

✅+1.4% higher PassMark.
✅Costs $130 less on MSRP ($250 MSRP vs $380 MSRP).
✅Delivers 54.1% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 23.4 vs 15.2 PassMark/$ ($250 MSRP vs $380 MSRP).
✅Draws 45W instead of 47W, a 2W reduction.

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Fewer obvious downsides in this matchup outside of normal market pricing swings.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (5,773 vs 5,854).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 15.2 vs 23.4 PassMark/$ ($380 MSRP vs $250 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-4770T better than Core i7-4800MQ?

Yes. Core i7-4770T is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 2.6% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 1.4% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

For gaming, the two CPUs are effectively a wash in the available data.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-4770T is the better fit. You are getting 1.4% better PassMark, backed by 4 cores and 8 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i7-4770T is the smarter buy today. Core i7-4770T is $130 cheaper on MSRP at $250 MSRP versus $380 MSRP, and it gives you a 2.6% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 54.1% better value on MSRP (23.4 vs 15.2 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i7-4770T is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting more multi-core headroom with 4 cores / 8 threads instead of 4/8. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Games Benchmarks

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 i7-4770T Benchmark Check

Core i7-4800MQ Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-4770T	Core i7-4800MQ
1080p
low	146 FPS	144 FPS
medium	139 FPS	144 FPS
high	111 FPS	115 FPS
ultra	89 FPS	92 FPS
1440p
low	140 FPS	144 FPS
medium	117 FPS	121 FPS
high	92 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	73 FPS	76 FPS
4K
low	64 FPS	68 FPS
medium	57 FPS	61 FPS
high	45 FPS	48 FPS
ultra	35 FPS	38 FPS

Open Core i7-4770T Open Core i7-4800MQ

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-4770T	Core i7-4800MQ
1080p
low	146 FPS	144 FPS
medium	146 FPS	144 FPS
high	146 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	121 FPS	135 FPS
1440p
low	146 FPS	144 FPS
medium	144 FPS	144 FPS
high	133 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	109 FPS	121 FPS
4K
low	128 FPS	143 FPS
medium	117 FPS	128 FPS
high	97 FPS	107 FPS
ultra	73 FPS	81 FPS

Open Core i7-4770T Open Core i7-4800MQ

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-4770T	Core i7-4800MQ
1080p
low	146 FPS	144 FPS
medium	146 FPS	144 FPS
high	146 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	146 FPS	144 FPS
1440p
low	146 FPS	144 FPS
medium	146 FPS	144 FPS
high	146 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	146 FPS	144 FPS
4K
low	146 FPS	144 FPS
medium	146 FPS	144 FPS
high	146 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	146 FPS	144 FPS

Open Core i7-4770T Open Core i7-4800MQ

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-4770T	Core i7-4800MQ
1080p
low	146 FPS	144 FPS
medium	146 FPS	144 FPS
high	146 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	146 FPS	144 FPS
1440p
low	146 FPS	144 FPS
medium	146 FPS	144 FPS
high	146 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	146 FPS	144 FPS
4K
low	146 FPS	144 FPS
medium	146 FPS	144 FPS
high	146 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	146 FPS	144 FPS

Open Core i7-4770T Open Core i7-4800MQ

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4770T and Core i7-4800MQ

Core i7-4770T

The Core i7-4770T 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 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,854 points. Launch price was $610.

Core i7-4800MQ

The Core i7-4800MQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,773 points. Launch price was $378.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-4770T and Core i7-4800MQ share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i7-4770T versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i7-4800MQ — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). Both are built on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture using a 22 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i7-4770T scores 5,854 against the Core i7-4800MQ's 5,773 — a 1.4% lead for the Core i7-4770T. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total) on the Core i7-4770T vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4800MQ.

Feature	Core i7-4770T	Core i7-4800MQ
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.7 GHz	3.7 GHz
Base Clock	2.5 GHz	2.7 GHz+8%
L3 Cache	8192 kB (total)	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	22 nm	22 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	5,854+1%	5,773

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4770T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-4800MQ uses PGA946 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-4770T	Core i7-4800MQ
Socket	LGA1150	PGA946
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-4770T launched at $250 MSRP, while the Core i7-4800MQ debuted at $380. On MSRP ($250 vs $380), the Core i7-4770T is $130 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4770T delivers 23.4 pts/$ vs 15.2 pts/$ for the Core i7-4800MQ — making the Core i7-4770T the 42.6% better value option.