Core i5-4200U

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i5-4200U

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i5-4200U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,258 Rank: 1577
Rank Name Score Visual
1573 Core i5 M 520 4,261
+0.1%
1574 Phenom II X2 545 4,260
+0%
1575 Athlon II X3 445 4,259
+0%
1576 Xeon X3220 4,259
+0%
1577 Core i5-4200U 4,258
1578 Core 2 Duo T9800 4,258
+0%
1579 Core 2 Duo E8300 4,258
+0%
1580 Athlon II X3 450 4,257
+-0%
1581 Phenom II X4 910e 4,257
+-0%
1582 Core i7-920XM 4,257
+-0%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i5-4200U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,246 Rank: 1918
Rank Name Score Visual
1914 Core 2 Duo P7350 4,247
+0%
1915 Celeron N3050 4,247
+0%
1916 Celeron 450 4,247
+0%
1917 Intel Atom x5-Z8300 4,246
+0%
1918 Core i5-4200U 4,246
1919 Core 2 Duo T6600 4,246
+0%
1920 Celeron N2830 4,246
+0%
1921 Sempron LE-1250 4,246
+0%
1922 Core 2 Duo L9400 4,245
+-0%
1923 Celeron 430 4,245
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i5-4200U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,266 Rank: 1516
Rank Name Score Visual
1512 Core i5-560M 4,275
+0.2%
1513 A6-5357M 4,273
+0.2%
1514 Core 2 Quad Q8400 4,271
+0.1%
1515 A10-9620P 4,270
+0.1%
1516 Core i5-4200U 4,266
1517 Core 2 Duo P9700 4,266
+0%
1518 Athlon II X4 640 4,264
+-0%
1519 A4-5300B 4,263
-0.1%
1520 Pentium E6600 4,262
-0.1%
1521 Celeron G1620T 4,261
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i5-4200U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,523 Rank: 1362
Rank Name Score Visual
1358 Core i5-650 4,524
+0%
1359 Xeon D-1602 4,523
+0%
1360 Celeron G3930TE 4,523
+0%
1361 Pentium G2010 4,523
+0%
1362 Core i5-4200U 4,523
1363 Core i5-3437U 4,523
+0%
1364 Core i3-5010U 4,523
+0%
1365 Core M-5Y71 4,523
+0%
1366 Celeron G1630 4,523
+0%
1367 Core i3-550 4,523
+0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i5-4200U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,490 Rank: 1394
Rank Name Score Visual
1390 Xeon E5320 4,491
+0%
1391 Core i3-6102E 4,490
+0%
1392 Core i7-2637M 4,490
+0%
1393 Pentium G3240 4,490
+0%
1394 Core i5-4200U 4,490
1395 A10-5757M 4,490
+0%
1396 Pentium J2900 4,490
+0%
1397 Core i3-540 4,490
+0%
1398 Phenom II X3 B73 4,490
+0%
1399 Pentium G2130 4,489
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i5-4200U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,530 Rank: 1220
Rank Name Score Visual
1216 A10-5800K 4,531
+0%
1217 PRO A8-8650B 4,531
+0%
1218 A10-6700 4,530
+0%
1219 A8-6600K 4,530
+0%
1220 Core i5-4200U 4,530
1221 Athlon Silver 7120U 4,530
+0%
1222 Core m7-6Y75 4,529
+-0%
1223 Core m5-6Y54 4,529
+-0%
1224 Core i7-2655LE 4,529
+-0%
1225 Xeon X5470 4,529
+-0%

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Core i5-4200U Details

The Intel Core i5-4200U, launched in June 2013, represents a mid-tier mobile processor from Intel's Haswell generation, designed for thin and light laptops where power efficiency and integrated graphics are priorities. As of early 2026, this processor is over a decade old, placing it well outside the current mainstream, yet it still holds relevance in legacy systems and low-cost devices. Built on a 22 nm process, the Core i5-4200U features a dual-core design with Hyper-Threading, effectively delivering four threads, and is packaged in the FC-BGA1168 socket, common in laptops of that era. Its base frequency of 1.6 GHz can boost up to 2.6 GHz, supported by 3 MB of L3 cache, though the relatively modest L1 and L2 caches of 0.061 MiB and 0.244 MiB respectively limit its performance in highly demanding workloads.

The processor's TDP of just 15 W underscores its focus on energy efficiency, making it suitable for battery-powered devices. It supports DDR3L and LPDDR3 memory at speeds up to 1600 MHz, with a maximum memory capacity of 16 GB and dual-channel memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. These specifications, while adequate for basic productivity and light multimedia tasks, are significantly outpaced by modern processors. The integrated Intel HD 4400 graphics engine, with a base frequency of 200 MHz and a burst frequency of up to 1000 MHz, enables basic gaming and video playback, supporting up to three displays, but lacks the power for modern 3D applications.

In benchmark testing, the Core i5-4200U achieves a multicore score of 4246, ranking #1917 out of 2060 processors, and a single-core score of 4266, placing it #1516. Its overall score of 4258 ranks it #1577 in the broader CPU landscape. While it outperforms older dual-core CPUs like the Core 2 Duo P7350 and Celeron N3050, it trails behind nearly all contemporary processors. The single-core performance is particularly strong relative to its age, but the multicore performance is weak, indicating that this processor struggles with multithreaded applications and workloads that benefit from parallel processing.

The Core i5-4200U supports a range of Intel technologies, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel Hyper-Threading, enhancing its capabilities in encryption, multimedia, and virtualization. It also includes features like Intel vPro, TXT, and EPT, which are beneficial for enterprise environments. However, its locked multiplier limits overclocking potential, and its 22 nm fabrication process is outdated by today's standards.

As of early 2026, the Core i5-4200U is best suited for entry-level laptops, basic office work, web browsing, and media consumption. It is not recommended for modern gaming, content creation, or high-performance computing. While it remains a reliable option in budget devices, its performance and features are dwarfed by today's offerings, and users seeking modern computing capabilities should consider newer processors from both Intel and AMD.
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Intel Core i5-4200U

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i5-4200U
Model Number: i5-4200U
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 1600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 16x (locked)
Core Name: Haswell
Socket: FCBGA1168
Package: FC-BGA1168
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 15 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 2.861 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3L 1333/1600, LPDDR3 1333/1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 12
PCIe Configuration: 4x1, 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4400
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1000 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 118 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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