Core i5-7400

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i5-7400

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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 i5-7400 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,208 Rank: 703
Rank Name Score Visual
699 Xeon E3-1285L v4 5,212
+0.1%
700 FX-8320 5,211
+0.1%
701 Ryzen 3 3200G 5,209
+0%
702 Xeon E3-1545M v5 5,208
+0%
703 Core i5-7400 5,208
704 Xeon E3-1226 v3 5,205
-0.1%
705 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U 5,205
-0.1%
706 Xeon E3-1246 v3 5,202
-0.1%
707 Core i3-9100F 5,201
-0.1%
708 EPYC 7281 5,201
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i5-7400 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,843 Rank: 795
Rank Name Score Visual
791 Xeon D-2123IT 4,848
+0.1%
792 Xeon E3-1270 V2 4,848
+0.1%
793 Xeon E3-1285 v6 4,847
+0.1%
794 Core i7-6820HQ 4,847
+0.1%
795 Core i5-7400 4,843
796 Core i7-4750HQ 4,843
+0%
797 FX-8350 4,843
+0%
798 Core i7-6820EQ 4,842
+-0%
799 Xeon Bronze 3204 4,842
+-0%
800 Core i7-3770 4,842
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i5-7400 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,451 Rank: 592
Rank Name Score Visual
588 Core i3-4360 5,454
+0.1%
589 Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G 5,454
+0.1%
590 Xeon Gold 6132 5,452
+0%
591 Core i5-8500T 5,451
+0%
592 Core i5-7400 5,451
593 Xeon Gold 5222 5,449
+-0%
594 Core i3-6100 5,449
+-0%
595 Xeon E3-1231 v3 5,449
+-0%
596 FX-8300 5,448
-0.1%
597 Xeon Silver 4309Y 5,447
-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 i5-7400 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,634 Rank: 876
Rank Name Score Visual
872 Core i7-4702HQ 4,636
+0%
873 Core i5-3570S 4,636
+0%
874 Xeon E5645 4,635
+0%
875 Xeon Bronze 3104 4,634
+0%
876 Core i5-7400 4,634
877 Core i7-2600K 4,634
+0%
878 Core i3-1115G4 4,634
+0%
879 Core i5-4440 4,632
+-0%
880 Core i7-4712HQ 4,632
+-0%
881 Core i5-6402P 4,631
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i5-7400 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,605 Rank: 889
Rank Name Score Visual
885 Core i5-4670S 4,607
+0%
886 Core i7-3612QM 4,607
+0%
887 Core i3-9100T 4,605
+0%
888 Xeon E-2104G 4,605
+0%
889 Core i5-7400 4,605
890 Core i5-4570 4,605
+0%
891 Xeon E3-1225 v3 4,605
+0%
892 Core i3-1115G4 4,605
+0%
893 Core i5-3570K 4,604
+-0%
894 Core i7-2820QM 4,603
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i5-7400 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,699 Rank: 737
Rank Name Score Visual
733 Core i5-4690K 4,702
+0.1%
734 Core i7-6700HQ 4,701
+0%
735 Core i5-8305G 4,701
+0%
736 Xeon E3-1240L v5 4,700
+0%
737 Core i5-7400 4,699
738 Core i3-9100T 4,698
+-0%
739 Xeon E5-2603 v4 4,697
+-0%
740 Core i3-8300T 4,697
+-0%
741 Xeon E3-1226 v3 4,697
+-0%
742 Xeon E5-1620 v2 4,697
+-0%

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Core i5-7400 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core i5-7400 remains a relevant entry in the mid-range desktop CPU segment, offering a balanced blend of performance and efficiency for mainstream users. Launched in January 2017, the processor is based on Intel's Kaby Lake microarchitecture and built on a 14 nm process, which was a significant refinement over previous generations. Despite its age, the Core i5-7400 still holds its ground in everyday computing and light productivity tasks, particularly due to its integrated HD Graphics 630, which enables basic multimedia and display output without requiring a discrete GPU.

The Core i5-7400 features four cores and four threads, operating at a base frequency of 3.0 GHz and capable of boosting up to 3.5 GHz on a single core, though performance scales down to 3.3 GHz when all cores are active. This limited multi-core scalability is reflective of its era, where Intel prioritized single-threaded performance over heavy multi-threaded workloads. The processor includes 6 MiB of L3 cache and supports dual-channel DDR4-2400 and DDR3L-1600 memory, with a maximum capacity of 64 GiB. Its 65 W TDP and LGA-1151 socket make it compatible with a wide range of mainstream motherboards from the Kaby Lake generation.

In benchmark testing, the Core i5-7400 achieves an Overall Score of 5208, placing it at #702 among 2060 processors. Its Singlecore Score of 5451 ranks it #591, indicating strong performance in applications that rely heavily on single-threaded optimization, such as gaming and legacy software. However, its Multicore Score of 4843 places it at #795, revealing that while it remains competitive in multi-threaded tasks, it trails behind modern processors that benefit from higher core counts and improved memory bandwidth. Compared to its immediate peers, the Core i5-7400 is slightly faster than the Core i7-3770 but slower than the Ryzen 3 2200G.

The processor supports a range of Intel technologies, including Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, Intel Enhanced SpeedStep, and Intel Virtualization Technology, making it suitable for virtualization and enterprise use. It also includes support for AVX and AVX2 instruction sets, which enhance performance in scientific computing and multimedia encoding. The integrated HD Graphics 630 GPU, with 24 execution units and a maximum frequency of 1.0 GHz, supports up to three displays and is capable of handling 1080p video playback and light gaming.

In conclusion, the Core i5-7400 is best suited for users seeking a reliable, power-efficient CPU for general productivity, media consumption, and casual gaming. While it is no longer competitive with modern processors in high-end or professional workloads, its strong single-threaded performance and integrated graphics make it a viable option for budget builds or system upgrades where a discrete GPU is not required. As of 2026, it remains a practical choice for entry-level desktop systems.
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Intel Core i5-7400

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i5-7400
Family: Core
Series: i5-7400
Model Number: i5-7400
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3500 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 3400 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 3400 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 3300 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 30x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Kaby Lake
Core Name: Kaby Lake S
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 158
Socket: LGA-1151
Package: FCLGA-1151
Chipset: Sunrise Point and Union Point
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 W
Release Price: $182.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 256 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 1 MiB (4-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 6 MiB (12-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3L-1600 and DDR4-2400
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 35.76 GB/s
ECC Support: No

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 630
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1000 MHz
Execution Units: 24

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX TBT 2.0 EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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