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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i3-1115G4 vs Core i5-4690

The Core i3-1115G4 is quite a bit faster than the Core i5-4690 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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Up to 25% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 6 years and 5 months newer
Available for $281

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FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

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Counter-Strike 22023

Core i3-1115G4

556FPS

Core i5-4690

494FPS

Dota 22013

Core i3-1115G4

196FPS

Core i5-4690

181FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i3-1115G4

207FPS

Core i5-4690

200FPS

League of Legends2009

Core i3-1115G4

233FPS

Core i5-4690

190FPS

Valorant2020

Core i3-1115G4

605FPS

Core i5-4690

571FPS

Escape From Tarkov2017

Core i3-1115G4

223FPS

Core i5-4690

216FPS

Minecraft2011

Core i3-1115G4

634FPS

Core i5-4690

599FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i3-1115G4

Core i5-4690

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Core i3-1115G4

39%

Core i5-4690

23%

Core i3-1115G4 ranks 16 points higher.

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Core i3-1115G4

Core i5-4690

Core i5-4690 has 2 more cores.

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L3 Cachehelp

6 MB

6 MB

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Core i3-1115G4

2.2 GHz

Core i5-4690

3.4 GHz

Core i5-4690 has a 55% higher base clock.

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Core i3-1115G4

4.1 GHz

Core i5-4690

3.8 GHz

Core i3-1115G4 boosts 8% higher.

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Core i3-1115G4

15W

Core i5-4690

84W

Core i3-1115G4 draws 69W less power.

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Core i3-1115G4

Core i5-4690

$48.59

Core i3-1115G4Core i5-4690

Intel BGA 1449

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LGA1150

Tiger Lake-U

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Haswell

Mobile

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Desktop

Iris Xe-LP Graphics G4

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Intel HD 4600

3200 MHz (DDR4), 3733 MHz (LPDDR4X)

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DDR3

Not Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i3-1115G4 or Core i5-4690?expand_more

The Core i3-1115G4. It's 70% faster than the Core i5-4690 on average across 100+ games, scoring 39/100 vs 23/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i3-1115G4 than Core i5-4690?expand_more

70% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.

aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i3-1115G4 or Core i5-4690?expand_more

The Core i3-1115G4 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i3-1115G4 worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 39/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i3-1115G4 and Core i5-4690?expand_more

Performance: Core i3-1115G4 scores 39/100, Core i5-4690 scores 23/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i3-1115G4 or Core i5-4690 bottleneck my PC?expand_more

Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.

upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i3-1115G4 or Core i5-4690?expand_more

The Core i3-1115G4 is the stronger pick at 39/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.