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Overview

The Core i7-4770TE 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 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 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: 5,023 points. Launch price was $149.

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.

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 i7-4770TE

#920

Pentium G2020T

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125%

#921

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124%

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123%

#923

Core i7-6820EQ

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123%

#924

Athlon XP 3000+

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123%

#925

Celeron 2.20

MSRP: $79|Avg: $15

123%

#926

Athlon 64 X2 5400+

MSRP: $485|Avg: $78

123%

#927

Phenom II X6 1065T

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121%

#928

Pentium G850

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120%

#929

Ryzen 3 2200GE

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119%

#930

Pentium III 1200

MSRP: $200|Avg: $10

118%

#931

Pentium G3470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $130

114%

#932

Core i7-875K

MSRP: $353|Avg: $175

109%

#933

Athlon XP 2700+

MSRP: $349|Avg: $20

109%

#934

Core i5-6442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

108%

#935

Core i7-4770TE

MSRP: $303|Avg: $303

100%

#936

Pentium G640T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

100%

#937

Athlon 64 2000+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

#938

Pentium 4 2.80

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98%

#939

Core i5-660

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98%

#940

Core 2 Quad Q8400

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98%

#941

Pentium G3240

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92%

#942

Core i3-2130

MSRP: $138|Avg: $138

90%

#943

Pentium 4 2.26

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89%

#944

Pentium 4 2.60

MSRP: $401|Avg: $25

88%

#945

Core 2 Quad Q9505

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88%

#946

Core 2 Duo E8600

MSRP: $200|Avg: $95

88%

#947

Pentium J4205

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

87%

#948

Phenom II X6 1075T

MSRP: $245|Avg: N/A

86%

#949

PRO A10-8770E

MSRP: $395|Avg: $210

86%

#950

Core i5-5675R

MSRP: $339|Avg: $392

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i7-4770TE across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i7-4770TE specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-4770TE is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.3 GHz from a base frequency of 2.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. With a massive 8192 kB (total) L3 cache (3D V-Cache technology), this processor has a significant gaming advantage — the large cache drastically reduces memory latency in game engines., plus 256 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 5,023, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i7-4770TE
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Haswell (2013−2015)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	22 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8192 kB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	177 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,400 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	5,023

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4770TE fits into the LGA1150 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Core i7-4770TE
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1150
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i7-4770TE has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 45 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i7-4770TE
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	45 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $303, the Core i7-4770TE delivers 17 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1875 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i7-4770TE
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$303
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$303
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1875
Release DateLaunch date	2 June 2013 (12 years ago)
Release Year	2013
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$149
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	2 June 2013 (12 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Haswell (2013−2015)
Performance Ranking Position	1875

Technical Specifications

13 specs

Cores	4
Threads	8
Die Size	177 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache	8192 kB (total)
Max Frequency	3.3 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.3 GHz
Transistor Count	1,400 million
Process Technology	22 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	71 °C