Core i7-3770K Benchmarks & Performance Report

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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 i7-3770K based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,055 Rank: 826

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
822	Core i5-7500T	5,059	+0.1%
823	Xeon E5-1660 v2	5,058	+0.1%
824	Core i3-6167U	5,056	+0%
825	Pentium Gold G4620	5,055	+0%
826	Core i7-3770K	5,055
827	Core i3-8100T	5,054	+-0%
828	Core i7-6820EQ	5,051	-0.1%
829	Core i7-6700HQ	5,051	-0.1%
830	Ryzen Embedded V1807B	5,050	-0.1%
831	Xeon D-1531	5,050	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-3770K based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,881 Rank: 752

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
748	Core i5-10200H	4,884	+0.1%
749	Xeon Silver 4210	4,883	+0%
750	Core i3-7100	4,882	+0%
751	Ryzen 5 1500X	4,882	+0%
752	Core i7-3770K	4,881
753	Core i7-4722HQ	4,881	+0%
754	Core i7 975	4,881	+0%
755	Core i3-1115G4	4,878	-0.1%
756	Core i5-6600	4,877	-0.1%
757	Core i5-4690K	4,877	-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-3770K based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,171 Rank: 832

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
828	Xeon E5-2630 v3	5,177	+0.1%
829	Core i5-4570S	5,176	+0.1%
830	Core m7-6Y75	5,172	+0%
831	Athlon 240GE	5,171	+0%
832	Core i7-3770K	5,171
833	Core i7-3930K	5,171	+0%
834	Ryzen 3 5300U	5,169	+-0%
835	Xeon E5-1660 v2	5,168	-0.1%
836	Core i7-3970X	5,167	-0.1%
837	Ryzen Embedded V1605B	5,165	-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 i7-3770K based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,674 Rank: 747

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
743	Core i7-4930MX	4,675	+0%
744	Xeon X5660	4,675	+0%
745	Core i7-7820EQ	4,674	+0%
746	Core i7-6700T	4,674	+0%
747	Core i7-3770K	4,674
748	Xeon E3-1270 V2	4,674	+0%
749	Core i3-9300T	4,673	+-0%
750	Core i3-9100F	4,673	+-0%
751	Ryzen 3 1300X	4,673	+-0%
752	Xeon E3-1226 v3	4,672	+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-3770K based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,691 Rank: 696

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
692	Core i7-5775C	4,692	+0%
693	Xeon E3-1245 v3	4,692	+0%
694	Xeon E3-1270 V2	4,692	+0%
695	Core i5-9300H	4,691	+0%
696	Core i7-3770K	4,691
697	Xeon E3-1240 v3	4,691	+0%
698	Xeon E3-1231 v3	4,691	+0%
699	Ryzen 3 2300X	4,690	+-0%
700	Core i5-8300H	4,689	+-0%
701	Xeon E3-1535M V5	4,689	+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-3770K based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,668 Rank: 802

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
798	Core i5-4460	4,669	+0%
799	Core i5-6500TE	4,668	+0%
800	Xeon Bronze 3204	4,668	+0%
801	Core i5-7400T	4,668	+0%
802	Core i7-3770K	4,668
803	Core i7-8565U	4,668	+0%
804	Xeon E3-1270 V2	4,668	+0%
805	Core i5-6500T	4,666	+-0%
806	Xeon E3-1290 v2	4,666	+-0%
807	Xeon E3-1240 V2	4,665	-0.1%

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Core i7-3770K Details

Ranked #825 in overall performance among 2060 processors, the Intel Core i7-3770K delivers a balanced mix of single-core and multi-core performance that still holds its own in older benchmarking environments. With a single-core score of 5171 and a multicore score of 4881, the processor shows a relatively narrow gap between its performance categories, indicating a design optimized for both sustained workloads and responsive applications. Its overall score of 5055 places it just behind modern mid-tier CPUs like the Core i3-6167U and Ryzen 5 2600H, but ahead of many current-generation mobile and desktop chips such as the Ryzen 3 5300U and Core i7-6820EQ.

Released in 2013, the Core i7-3770K is now over a decade old, which is evident in its 22 nm process node and FCLGA1155 socket. Despite its age, the chip remains a strong choice for users with legacy systems or those seeking a reliable, overclockable CPU for basic productivity and light gaming. It features a quad-core, eight-thread design with a base clock of 3.5 GHz and a turbo frequency of 3.9 GHz, supported by 8 MB of L3 cache and DDR3 1333/1600 memory. The 77 W TDP offers a decent balance between performance and power consumption, though it lacks modern energy-saving features found in newer architectures.

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 provides basic visual output with a max frequency of 1150 MHz and support for up to three displays, making it suitable for office use or multimedia playback but not for modern gaming or GPU-intensive tasks. The processor supports a wide array of technologies, including AES-NI, AVX2, and Hyper-Threading, which enhance encryption, vector processing, and multitasking performance. It also supports Intel vPro and virtualization extensions like VT-x and VT-d, making it a viable option for business and enterprise environments.

While the Core i7-3770K is no longer competitive with today’s top-tier processors—such as the Ryzen Threadripper 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K—it remains a capable performer in its class. Its strongest attribute is its single-core performance, which outpaces many modern mobile CPUs. For users still operating on LGA-1155 platforms, the i7-3770K offers a cost-effective upgrade path, particularly for those who prioritize CPU performance over graphics or power efficiency.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-3770K serves as a testament to Intel’s engineering in the early Haswell era. Though dated by today’s standards, it remains a reliable choice for legacy systems, light workloads, and users who value stability and compatibility over cutting-edge performance.