Core i5-4690K vs Core i7-3770K
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (23 vs 23).
- Cores: both have 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-4690K 88 W, Core i7-3770K 77 W; the Core i7-3770K delivers 14% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i5-4690K is 2 years newer (2014 vs 2012).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1150 vs LGA1155), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-4690K | Core i7-3770K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 23 | 23 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 4th Gen | Intel Core 3rd Gen |
| Released | 2014 | 2012 |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 8 |
| Base clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 88 W | 77 W |
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA1155 |