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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i7-4700HQ vs Core i7-3540M

The Core i7-4700HQ is quite a bit faster than the Core i7-3540M on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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Up to 47% faster on average across 100+ games
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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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Apex Legends2019

Core i7-4700HQ

367FPS

Core i7-3540M

376FPS

Elden Ring2022

Core i7-4700HQ

148FPS

Core i7-3540M

146FPS

League of Legends2009

Core i7-4700HQ

177FPS

Core i7-3540M

129FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i7-4700HQ

198FPS

Core i7-3540M

187FPS

Escape From Tarkov2017

Core i7-4700HQ

214FPS

Core i7-3540M

209FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i7-4700HQ

324FPS

Core i7-3540M

327FPS

Valorant2020

Core i7-4700HQ

562FPS

Core i7-3540M

540FPS

Minecraft2011

Core i7-4700HQ

590FPS

Core i7-3540M

574FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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

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Core i7-4700HQ

24%

Core i7-3540M

12%

Core i7-4700HQ ranks 12 points higher.

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Core i7-4700HQ

Core i7-3540M

Core i7-4700HQ has 2 more cores.

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Core i7-4700HQ

Core i7-3540M

Core i7-4700HQ has 4 more threads.

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Core i7-4700HQ

6 MB

Core i7-3540M

4 MB

Core i7-4700HQ has 2 MB more L3 cache.

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Core i7-4700HQ

2.4 GHz

Core i7-3540M

3 GHz

Core i7-3540M has a 25% higher base clock.

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Core i7-4700HQ

3.4 GHz

Core i7-3540M

3.7 GHz

Core i7-3540M boosts 9% higher.

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Core i7-4700HQ

47W

Core i7-3540M

35W

Core i7-3540M draws 12W less power.

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Core i7-4700HQ

Core i7-3540M

Core i7-4700HQCore i7-3540M

Intel BGA 1364

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LGAG2 (988B)

Crystalwell

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Ivy Bridge

Mobile

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Mobile

Intel HD 4600

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Intel HD 4000

1600 MHz (DDR3)

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DDR3

Not Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i7-4700HQ or Core i7-3540M?expand_more

The Core i7-4700HQ. It's 100% faster than the Core i7-3540M on average across 100+ games, scoring 24/100 vs 12/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i7-4700HQ than Core i7-3540M?expand_more

100% 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 i7-4700HQ or Core i7-3540M?expand_more

The Core i7-4700HQ is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i7-4700HQ worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 24/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i7-4700HQ and Core i7-3540M?expand_more

Performance: Core i7-4700HQ scores 24/100, Core i7-3540M scores 12/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i7-4700HQ or Core i7-3540M 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 i7-4700HQ or Core i7-3540M?expand_more

The Core i7-4700HQ is the stronger pick at 24/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.