Core i7-4800MQ vs Core i7-4710MQ

Core i7-4800MQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2013

Core i7-4710MQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-4800MQ

4 / 8

5,773

0.0%

5,792

+0.3%

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 i7-4800MQ is positioned at rank 971 and the Core i7-4710MQ is on rank 968, so the Core i7-4710MQ 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 i7-4800MQ

#959

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1932%

#960

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1903%

#961

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1747%

#962

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1739%

#963

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1723%

#965

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1664%

#966

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1596%

#967

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1593%

#968

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1550%

#971

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

100%

#977

Phenom II X2 N640

MSRP: $100|Avg: $55

99%

#978

A10-8700P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

99%

#982

Athlon II Neo K125

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

98%

#986

Pro A8-8600B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4710MQ

#956

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1915%

#957

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1887%

#958

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1732%

#959

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1725%

#960

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1709%

#962

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1650%

#963

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1582%

#964

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1580%

#965

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1537%

#968

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

100%

#970

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

99%

#971

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

99%

#977

Phenom II X2 N640

MSRP: $100|Avg: $55

98%

#978

A10-8700P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

#982

Athlon II Neo K125

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i7-4800MQ leads in gaming performance. However, the Core i7-4710MQ is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.3% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Core i7-4800MQ	Core i7-4710MQ
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Core i7-4710MQ stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 0% cheaper ($378 vs $378) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Core i7-4800MQ	Core i7-4710MQ
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+0%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 i7-4800MQ Benchmark Check

Core i7-4710MQ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4800MQ and Core i7-4710MQ

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.

Core i7-4710MQ

The Core i7-4710MQ 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 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 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: 5,792 points. Launch price was $378.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-4800MQ and Core i7-4710MQ share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i7-4800MQ versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i7-4710MQ — a 5.6% clock advantage for the Core i7-4800MQ (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). Both are built on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture using a 22 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i7-4800MQ scores 5,773 against the Core i7-4710MQ's 5,792 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-4710MQ. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4800MQ vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-4710MQ.

Feature	Core i7-4800MQ	Core i7-4710MQ
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.7 GHz+6%	3.5 GHz
Base Clock	2.7 GHz+8%	2.5 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+33%	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	22 nm	22 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	5,773	5,792
Geekbench 6 Single	—	950
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	3,200

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the PGA946 socket with PCIe 3.0.

Feature	Core i7-4800MQ	Core i7-4710MQ
Socket	PGA946	PGA946
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
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: not specified (Core i7-4800MQ) / VT-x, EPT (Core i7-4710MQ). The Core i7-4710MQ includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4600), while the Core i7-4800MQ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4710MQ targets Laptop.

Feature	Core i7-4800MQ	Core i7-4710MQ
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Intel HD Graphics 4600
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, EPT
Target Use	—	Laptop

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-4800MQ launched at $380 MSRP, while the Core i7-4710MQ debuted at $378. At current prices ($378 vs $378), the Core i7-4710MQ is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4800MQ delivers 15.3 pts/$ vs 15.3 pts/$ for the Core i7-4710MQ — making the Core i7-4710MQ the 0.3% better value option.