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

5,284 Rank: 629

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
625	Core i7-6920HQ	5,286	+0%
626	EPYC 7601	5,286	+0%
627	Core i7-7567U	5,285	+0%
628	Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G	5,284	+0%
629	Core i7-4770K	5,284
630	Xeon W-2125	5,283	+-0%
631	Core i3-8100	5,283	+-0%
632	Core i5-10500T	5,283	+-0%
633	Xeon E5-1620 0	5,280	-0.1%
634	Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G	5,280	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

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

4,859 Rank: 775

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
771	Core i3-9100F	4,866	+0.1%
772	Core i3-6100H	4,861	+0%
773	Xeon E3-1275 v6	4,859	+0%
774	Pentium Gold G5620	4,859	+0%
775	Core i7-4770K	4,859
776	Core i7-7820HK	4,857	+-0%
777	Core i7-4900MQ	4,856	-0.1%
778	Core i7-4770HQ	4,856	-0.1%
779	Ryzen 3 7320U	4,855	-0.1%
780	Core i7-6700T	4,854	-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

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

5,568 Rank: 504

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
500	Core i7-1165G7	5,572	+0.1%
501	Core i7-9700T	5,569	+0%
502	Core i3-6300	5,568	+0%
503	Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X	5,568	+0%
504	Core i7-4770K	5,568
505	Core i7-10510U	5,565	-0.1%
506	Ryzen 5 PRO 1500	5,564	-0.1%
507	Xeon E3-1240 v5	5,561	-0.1%
508	Core i7-4790S	5,560	-0.1%
509	Xeon Platinum 8176	5,555	-0.2%

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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 i7-4770K based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,695 Rank: 686

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
682	Xeon E3-1275 v3	4,696	+0%
683	Xeon E3-1246 v3	4,696	+0%
684	Core i7-4860HQ	4,696	+0%
685	Xeon E5-2630L v2	4,696	+0%
686	Core i7-4770K	4,695
687	Core i5-1035G4	4,694	+-0%
688	Xeon E3-1505M v6	4,694	+-0%
689	Xeon E-2124	4,694	+-0%
690	Core i5-5675C	4,694	+-0%
691	Xeon E3-1241 v3	4,694	+-0%

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Data Processing

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

4,696 Rank: 684

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
680	Xeon E3-1270 v3	4,698	+0%
681	Xeon E3-1280 v2	4,698	+0%
682	Xeon E3-1275 v3	4,697	+0%
683	Xeon E5-1630 v4	4,696	+0%
684	Core i7-4770K	4,696
685	Xeon E3-1275 V2	4,696	+0%
686	Core i5-8259U	4,695	+-0%
687	Core i7-8705G	4,695	+-0%
688	Core i7-7700T	4,694	+-0%
689	Core i7-4770	4,694	+-0%

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Physics & Compute

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

4,726 Rank: 691

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
687	Core i7-6920HQ	4,728	+0%
688	Xeon E5-2450 v2	4,728	+0%
689	Core i5-8400H	4,727	+0%
690	Xeon E3-1505M v5	4,726	+0%
691	Core i7-4770K	4,726
692	Core i7-4790	4,726	+0%
693	Xeon E3-1241 v3	4,726	+0%
694	Xeon E3-1275 v3	4,725	+-0%
695	Xeon E3-1280 v3	4,725	+-0%
696	Xeon E3-1220 v5	4,724	+-0%

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Core i7-4770K Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core i7-4770K remains a notable performer in the mid-tier desktop CPU segment, particularly for users seeking strong single-threaded performance without the need for modern platform features. Released in 2013, this processor is now over a decade old, a fact that becomes evident when comparing its benchmark scores to today’s top-tier offerings. Still, it holds its own in certain use cases, especially where legacy compatibility or cost-effectiveness are priorities.

Built on Intel’s 22 nm process and based on the Haswell microarchitecture, the Core i7-4770K features four physical cores with eight threads enabled via Hyper-Threading. It operates at a base frequency of 3.5 GHz and can boost up to 3.9 GHz, leveraging Intel’s Turbo Boost 2.0 technology. The processor is designed for the FCLGA1150 socket and has a TDP of 84 W, indicating moderate power consumption for its era. With support for DDR3-1600 memory across two channels, it provides a maximum memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s and can address up to 32 GB of RAM.

The integrated HD Graphics 4600 GPU offers a base frequency of 350 MHz and can burst up to 1.25 GHz, supporting up to three displays and providing basic multimedia capabilities. While not suitable for modern gaming or GPU-intensive workloads, it remains functional for office applications, video playback, and light creative tasks.

In terms of performance, the Core i7-4770K scores 5284 in the overall Passmark benchmark, ranking #628 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core score of 5568 places it at #502, demonstrating its strength in tasks that rely heavily on individual core performance. However, its multicore score of 4859, ranking #773, shows a significant performance gap compared to modern multi-core processors. This imbalance highlights that while the i7-4770K excels in legacy applications and older software, it struggles in multi-threaded workloads such as video encoding or 3D rendering.

The processor supports a range of modern features for its time, including AES-NI, AVX2, VT-x, VT-d, and Intel vPro, making it suitable for business environments and virtualization. Despite its age, it remains a viable option for budget builds, retro gaming, or as a secondary system in a dual-CPU setup.

In conclusion, the Core i7-4770K is best suited for users who prioritize single-threaded performance and cost efficiency over cutting-edge capabilities. While it is no longer competitive with current-generation CPUs in terms of raw power, its enduring strength in certain benchmarks ensures it remains a relevant choice in specific niche markets.