Core i5-4670K vs Core i7-3770
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (22 vs 22).
- Cores: both have 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-4670K 84 W, Core i7-3770 77 W; the Core i7-3770 delivers 9% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i5-4670K is 1 year newer (2013 vs 2012).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1150 vs LGA1155), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-4670K | Core i7-3770 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 22 | 22 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 4th Gen | Intel Core 3rd Gen |
| Released | 2013 | 2012 |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 8 |
| Base clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 84 W | 77 W |
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA1155 |