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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i5-4670 vs Core i7-820QM

The Core i5-4670 is much faster than the Core i7-820QM on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 135% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 3 years and 9 months newer
  • Available for $546

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Core i5-4670 ranks 16 points higher.

Threadshelp

Core i7-820QM has 4 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core i7-820QM has 2 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp
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Core i7-820QM
1.733 GHz

Core i5-4670 has a 96% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp
Intel Core i7-820QM Logo
Core i7-820QM
3.067 GHz

Core i5-4670 boosts 24% higher.

TDPhelp

Core i7-820QM draws 39W less power.

LGA1150
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LGAG1
Haswell
Codenamehelp
Clarksfield
Desktop
Segmenthelp
Mobile
Intel HD 4600
Integrated GPUhelp
None
DDR3
RAMhelp
1333 MHz (DDR3)
Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-4670 or Core i7-820QM?expand_more
The Core i5-4670. It's 283% faster than the Core i7-820QM on average across 100+ games, scoring 23/100 vs 6/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i5-4670 than Core i7-820QM?expand_more
283% 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 i5-4670 or Core i7-820QM?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 i5-4670 and Core i7-820QM?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-4670 scores 23/100, Core i7-820QM scores 6/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-4670 or Core i7-820QM 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 i5-4670 or Core i7-820QM?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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