Core i3-7100 vs Core i5-4670K
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (22 vs 22).
- Cores: Core i5-4670K has 4 vs 2.
- Power (TDP): Core i3-7100 51 W, Core i5-4670K 84 W; the Core i3-7100 delivers 65% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i3-7100 is 4 years newer (2017 vs 2013).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1151 vs LGA1150), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i3-7100 | Core i5-4670K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 22 | 22 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 7th Gen | Intel Core 4th Gen |
| Released | 2017 | 2013 |
| Cores | 2 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Base clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 51 W | 84 W |
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1150 |