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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i5-3570K vs Core i5-4670

The Core i5-3570K is quite a bit slower than the Core i5-4670 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Available for $212
  • Up to 49% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 1 year and 1 month newer

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Core i5-4670 ranks 13 points higher.

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Core i5-3570K draws 7W less power.

LGA1155
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LGA1150
Ivy Bridge
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Haswell
Desktop
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Desktop
Intel HD 4000
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Intel HD 4600
1600 MHz (DDR3)
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DDR3
Overclockable
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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-3570K or Core i5-4670?expand_more
The Core i5-4670. It's 156% faster than the Core i5-3570K on average across 100+ games, scoring 23/100 vs 9/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i5-4670 than Core i5-3570K?expand_more
156% 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 i5-3570K or Core i5-4670?expand_more
The Core i5-4670 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i5-4670 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 23/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-3570K and Core i5-4670?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-3570K scores 9/100, Core i5-4670 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 i5-3570K or Core i5-4670 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 i5-3570K or Core i5-4670?expand_more
The Core i5-4670 is the stronger pick at 23/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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