Core i7-8706G vs Core i7-4950HQ

Core i7-8706G

4 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.1 GHz2018

Core i7-4950HQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-8706G

4 / 8

7,383

0.0%

7,405

+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 i7-8706G is positioned at rank 916 and the Core i7-4950HQ is on rank 236, so the Core i7-4950HQ 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 i7-8706G

#904

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1589%

#905

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1566%

#906

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1438%

#907

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1431%

#908

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1418%

#910

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1369%

#911

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1313%

#912

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1311%

#913

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1276%

#916

Core i7-8706G

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

99%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

98%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4950HQ

#64

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

97%

#224

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

396%

#225

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

390%

#226

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

358%

#227

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

357%

#228

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

354%

#230

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

341%

#231

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

327%

#232

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

327%

#233

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

318%

#236

Core i7-4950HQ

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i7-8706G (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-8706G	Core i7-4950HQ
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake G (2018) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Crystalwell (2013−2014) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4950HQ (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-8706G	Core i7-4950HQ
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
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 i7-8706G Benchmark Check

Core i7-4950HQ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-8706G and Core i7-4950HQ

Core i7-8706G

The Core i7-8706G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake G (2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2270. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,383 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i7-4950HQ

The Core i7-4950HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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: 7,405 points. Launch price was $657.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-8706G and Core i7-4950HQ share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i7-8706G versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-4950HQ — a 13% clock advantage for the Core i7-8706G (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i7-8706G uses the Kaby Lake G (2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-4950HQ uses Crystalwell (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-8706G scores 7,383 against the Core i7-4950HQ's 7,405 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-4950HQ. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i7-8706G	Core i7-4950HQ
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4.1 GHz+14%	3.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.1 GHz+29%	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake G (2018)	Crystalwell (2013−2014)
PassMark	7,383	7,405
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	3,317
Geekbench 6 Single	—	842
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	3,317

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-8706G uses the FCBGA2270 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-4950HQ uses BGA1364 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-8706G	Core i7-4950HQ
Socket	FCBGA2270	BGA1364
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 i7-8706G) / Yes (Core i7-4950HQ). The Core i7-4950HQ includes integrated graphics (Iris Pro Graphics 5200), while the Core i7-8706G requires a dedicated GPU.