Core i7-4860EQ vs Core i7-4785T

Core i7-4860EQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2014

Core i7-4785T

4 Cores8 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-4860EQ

4 / 8

5,508

+0.4%

5,486

0.0%

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 i7-4860EQ is positioned at rank 1021 and the Core i7-4785T is on rank 843, so the Core i7-4785T 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 i7-4860EQ

#1009

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2312%

#1010

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2278%

#1011

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2091%

#1012

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2082%

#1013

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2063%

#1015

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1992%

#1016

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1910%

#1017

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1907%

#1018

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1856%

#1021

Core i7-4860EQ

MSRP: $434|Avg: $80

100%

#1022

Pentium SU2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

100%

#1023

A4-1250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

99%

#1025

Core i5-4200M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

98%

#1026

Celeron 1000M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

98%

#1028

Celeron B840

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#1029

Celeron M 743

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

97%

#1030

Core i7-3612QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1031

Pentium 967

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

96%

#1033

Core i5-4400E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $50

96%

#1034

Pentium Dual Core T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4785T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

17385%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

16427%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11927%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3593%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2846%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2490%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1426%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1407%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1282%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1281%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1267%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1233%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1216%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1211%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1200%

#843

Core i7-4785T

MSRP: $306|Avg: $32

100%

#844

Core i5-6442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

100%

#845

Core i5-4690S

MSRP: $306|Avg: $189

100%

#846

Core i3-3250

MSRP: $138|Avg: $40

99%

#847

Core i3-3240

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

99%

#848

Pentium G640T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

99%

#849

Core i7-5930K

MSRP: $583|Avg: $410

99%

#851

Core i3-3240T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $8

99%

#852

Athlon II X2 240

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#854

Core i5-2500S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $61

98%

#856

Athlon X2 BE-2400

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

98%

#857

Pentium G850

MSRP: $86|Avg: $75

97%

#858

Core i3-2102

MSRP: $117|Avg: $15

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Analysis: Based on specifications, the Core i7-4860EQ shows stronger theoretical performance metrics.

Insight	Core i7-4860EQ	Core i7-4785T
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)	✅ More affordable ($32)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Crystalwell (2013−2014) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: While both processors are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Core i7-4785T holds the technical lead in efficiency. Priced at $32 (vs $80), it costs 60% less. While offering basic entry-level performance, it results in a 149% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Core i7-4860EQ.

Insight	Core i7-4860EQ	Core i7-4785T
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+149%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)	✅ More affordable ($32)

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 i7-4860EQ Benchmark Check

Core i7-4785T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4860EQ and Core i7-4785T

Core i7-4860EQ

The Core i7-4860EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 August 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 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: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,508 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i7-4785T

The Core i7-4785T 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 2.2 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: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 5,486 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-4860EQ and Core i7-4785T share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-4860EQ versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-4785T — identical boost frequencies (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i7-4860EQ uses the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i7-4785T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4860EQ scores 5,508 against the Core i7-4785T's 5,486 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-4860EQ. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i7-4860EQ	Core i7-4785T
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	3.2 GHz
Base Clock	1.8 GHz	2.2 GHz+22%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	22 nm	22 nm
Architecture	Crystalwell (2013−2014)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	5,508	5,486

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4860EQ uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-4785T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-4860EQ	Core i7-4785T
Socket	BGA1364	LGA1150
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-4860EQ launched at $434 MSRP, while the Core i7-4785T debuted at $306. At current prices ($80 vs $32), the Core i7-4785T is $48 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4860EQ delivers 68.8 pts/$ vs 171.4 pts/$ for the Core i7-4785T — making the Core i7-4785T the 85.4% better value option.