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Overview

The Core i7-4900MQ 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 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 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: 6,146 points. Launch price was $568.

Value Upgrade Path

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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 i7-4900MQ

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Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i7-4900MQ across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i7-4900MQ specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-4900MQ 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 3.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 6,146, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i7-4900MQ
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Haswell (2013−2015)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	22 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	177 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,400 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	5 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	6,146

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4900MQ fits into the PGA946 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Core i7-4900MQ
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Core i7
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA946
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 i7-4900MQ has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 47 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i7-4900MQ
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	47 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $40 (MSRP: $570), the Core i7-4900MQ delivers 154 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1701 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i7-4900MQ
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$570
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$40
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$568
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1701
Release DateLaunch date	29 April 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

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Core i7
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$568
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	29 April 2013 (12 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Haswell (2013−2015)
Performance Ranking Position	1701

Technical Specifications

15 specs

Cores	4
Threads	8
Die Size	177 mm2
L1 Cache	64K (per core)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)
Bus Speed	5 GT/s
Max Frequency	3.8 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.8 GHz
Transistor Count	1,400 million
Process Technology	22 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	100 °C