Core i7-4770K vs Core i7-5820K
The Core i7-5820K is about 4% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core i7-5820K is 4% faster (27 vs 26).
- Cores: Core i7-5820K has 6 vs 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i7-4770K 84 W, Core i7-5820K 140 W; the Core i7-4770K delivers 60% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i7-5820K is 1 year newer (2014 vs 2013).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1150 vs LGA2011-3), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i7-4770K | Core i7-5820K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 26 | 27 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 4th Gen | Intel Core 5th Gen X-series |
| Released | 2013 | 2014 |
| Cores | 4 | 6 |
| Threads | 8 | 12 |
| Base clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 84 W | 140 W |
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA2011-3 |