Core i7-4770HQ

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-4770HQ

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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 i7-4770HQ based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,032 Rank: 849
Rank Name Score Visual
845 Pentium G4620 5,038
+0.1%
846 Core i3-4330 5,037
+0.1%
847 Core i7-6660U 5,036
+0.1%
848 Ryzen 3 7320U 5,036
+0.1%
849 Core i7-4770HQ 5,032
850 Core i5-4460S 5,031
+-0%
851 Core i7-4600M 5,031
+-0%
852 Xeon Silver 4110 5,030
+-0%
853 Xeon E5-2650 v4 5,029
-0.1%
854 Core i5-6440EQ 5,028
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-4770HQ based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,856 Rank: 778
Rank Name Score Visual
774 Pentium Gold G5620 4,859
+0.1%
775 Core i7-4770K 4,859
+0.1%
776 Core i7-7820HK 4,857
+0%
777 Core i7-4900MQ 4,856
+0%
778 Core i7-4770HQ 4,856
779 Ryzen 3 7320U 4,855
+-0%
780 Core i7-6700T 4,854
+-0%
781 Ryzen 5 2600H 4,854
+-0%
782 Xeon E-2314 4,854
+-0%
783 Core i5-7440EQ 4,852
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-4770HQ based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,150 Rank: 850
Rank Name Score Visual
846 Core i3-8121U 5,158
+0.2%
847 Pentium G4500T 5,156
+0.1%
848 Core i7-6498DU 5,156
+0.1%
849 Ryzen 3 7320U 5,156
+0.1%
850 Core i7-4770HQ 5,150
851 Pentium 6805 5,150
+0%
852 Xeon Gold 5118 5,147
-0.1%
853 Ryzen 7 2700U 5,145
-0.1%
854 Xeon E5-2690 v2 5,145
-0.1%
855 Core i7-3770 5,143
-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 i7-4770HQ based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,692 Rank: 696
Rank Name Score Visual
692 Core i7-4850HQ 4,694
+0%
693 Core i7-8709G 4,693
+0%
694 Ryzen 5 2400G 4,693
+0%
695 Core i7-4771 4,692
+0%
696 Core i7-4770HQ 4,692
697 Core i5-7640X 4,691
+-0%
698 Core i7-8705G 4,691
+-0%
699 Core i7-4770 4,691
+-0%
700 Xeon E3-1231 v3 4,691
+-0%
701 Core i7-4940MX 4,691
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-4770HQ based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,644 Rank: 803
Rank Name Score Visual
799 Core i7-3820QM 4,647
+0.1%
800 Core i5-7600 4,646
+0%
801 Core i3-9100 4,645
+0%
802 Core i7-5700HQ 4,645
+0%
803 Core i7-4770HQ 4,644
804 Xeon X5687 4,644
+0%
805 Xeon Silver 4112 4,643
+-0%
806 Xeon E-2124 4,643
+-0%
807 Xeon E3-1235 4,643
+-0%
808 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE 4,642
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-4770HQ based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,761 Rank: 638
Rank Name Score Visual
634 Xeon E3-1275 v5 4,763
+0%
635 Core i7-4860HQ 4,763
+0%
636 Xeon E3-1230 v6 4,761
+0%
637 Xeon D-1539 4,761
+0%
638 Core i7-4770HQ 4,761
639 Core i5-7600K 4,760
+-0%
640 Xeon E3-1230 V5 4,759
+-0%
641 Core i7-6700 4,759
+-0%
642 Core i7-4790K 4,758
-0.1%
643 Core i5-1135G7 4,757
-0.1%

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Core i7-4770HQ Details

The Intel Core i7-4770HQ, launched in July 2014, represents a significant step in mobile performance during the Haswell era, particularly notable for its integrated graphics and efficiency. While now over a decade old, it remains a relevant reference point for mid-range mobile computing from its generation. Built on a 22 nm process and based on the Crystalwell microarchitecture, the processor features a 4-core, 8-thread design enabled by Hyper-Threading, allowing it to handle multitasking and parallel workloads effectively. With a base frequency of 2.2 GHz and a turbo boost up to 3.4 GHz, it delivers strong single-threaded performance, complemented by a 6 MB L3 cache that enhances data access speeds. The CPU operates at a 47 W TDP, which, while higher than modern mobile chips, was well-suited for performance laptops of its time.

The Core i7-4770HQ supports DDR3L memory at speeds up to 1600 MT/s across a dual-channel memory interface, delivering a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. This was a notable improvement over previous generations, enabling smoother performance in applications like video editing and gaming. The processor also integrates Intel’s Iris Pro Graphics 5200, a significant upgrade over the standard HD Graphics 4600, offering a base frequency of 200 MHz and a burst frequency of up to 1200 MHz. This GPU supports up to three displays and provides capable performance for light gaming and multimedia tasks, making it a strong choice for users who prioritize integrated graphics.

In terms of supported features, the Core i7-4770HQ includes advanced instruction sets such as AVX2, AES-NI, and FMA3, which accelerate encryption, video encoding, and scientific computations. It also supports Intel’s virtualization technologies, including VT-x and VT-d, making it suitable for running virtual machines efficiently. The processor is manufactured using 1.4 billion transistors and is packaged in a BGA1364 socket, common in high-performance laptops of its era.

Benchmark results place the Core i7-4770HQ at an Overall Score of 5032, ranking #849 out of 2060 processors, with a Singlecore Score of 5150 (#850) and a Multicore Score of 4856 (#777). These figures indicate that while the CPU remains competitive in single-threaded workloads, its multicore performance is now outpaced by modern processors, particularly in the 12th and 13th Gen Intel and Ryzen 5000/7000 series. In comparison, it trails behind current high-end mobile chips like the Core Ultra 9 285K and Ryzen 9 9950X3D, which score significantly higher across all benchmarks.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-4770HQ is best suited for legacy systems or users requiring cost-effective performance in productivity, light content creation, or older gaming titles. Its integrated graphics and balanced power efficiency make it a practical choice for mid-range laptops from the 2014–2017 period, though it is no longer competitive with modern processors in either single-threaded or multicore performance.
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Intel Core i7-4770HQ

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-4770HQ
Model Number: i7-4770HQ
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 22x (locked)
Core Name: Crystalwell
Socket: FCBGA1364
Package: FC-BGA1364
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 47 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 7.629 MiB

Memory Specifications

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

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16 or 2x8 or 1x8 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: Iris™ Pro Graphics 5200
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1200 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 264 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

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 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V SenseMI TSX SMT Flex Memory FMA
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