Core i7-4790

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-4790

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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 i7-4790 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,303 Rank: 617
Rank Name Score Visual
613 Core i5-7440EQ 5,307
+0.1%
614 Xeon E3-1225 v6 5,305
+0%
615 Xeon W-2133 5,304
+0%
616 Core i3-7100 5,304
+0%
617 Core i7-4790 5,303
618 Core i7-8650U 5,302
+-0%
619 Xeon Silver 4116T 5,301
+-0%
620 Xeon Gold 5118 5,301
+-0%
621 Xeon E5-2690 v2 5,299
-0.1%
622 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G 5,298
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-4790 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,939 Rank: 687
Rank Name Score Visual
683 Core i5-9500T 4,943
+0.1%
684 Core i5-9500F 4,943
+0.1%
685 Core i7-4910MQ 4,942
+0.1%
686 Core i7-4770T 4,940
+0%
687 Core i7-4790 4,939
688 Core i5-10400H 4,938
+-0%
689 Atom C3958 4,937
+-0%
690 Core i7-9850H 4,936
-0.1%
691 Core i5-1035G7 4,935
-0.1%
692 Xeon E-2124G 4,934
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-4790 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,545 Rank: 521
Rank Name Score Visual
517 Xeon E3-1575M v5 5,550
+0.1%
518 Core i5-6600T 5,550
+0.1%
519 FX-8100 5,549
+0.1%
520 Ryzen 5 1600X 5,546
+0%
521 Core i7-4790 5,545
522 Xeon Gold 6150 5,544
+-0%
523 Xeon Gold 6142M 5,544
+-0%
524 Core i5-10400 5,539
-0.1%
525 Xeon E-2288G 5,538
-0.1%
526 Core i5-4670S 5,538
-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 i7-4790 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,699 Rank: 674
Rank Name Score Visual
670 Xeon E3-1245 v5 4,700
+0%
671 Xeon Bronze 3106 4,700
+0%
672 Core i5-8400T 4,700
+0%
673 Core i3-8350K 4,699
+0%
674 Core i7-4790 4,699
675 Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U 4,699
+0%
676 Core i5-8400H 4,698
+-0%
677 Xeon E3-1270 v3 4,698
+-0%
678 Ryzen 3 2300X 4,698
+-0%
679 Ryzen 5 7520U 4,698
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-4790 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,701 Rank: 674
Rank Name Score Visual
670 Ryzen 5 2500U 4,703
+0%
671 Xeon E5-2630L v2 4,703
+0%
672 Core i5-9500T 4,702
+0%
673 Core i7-5775R 4,702
+0%
674 Core i7-4790 4,701
675 Core i7-4771 4,700
+-0%
676 Xeon E3-1246 v3 4,700
+-0%
677 Xeon E3-1280 v3 4,700
+-0%
678 Core i5-9400H 4,699
+-0%
679 Xeon E3-1241 v3 4,698
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-4790 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,726 Rank: 692
Rank Name Score Visual
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
+0%
692 Core i7-4790 4,726
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%
697 Core i7-6820EQ 4,724
+-0%

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Core i7-4790 Details

Built on Intel's Haswell microarchitecture and manufactured using a 22 nm process, the Core i7-4790 is a desktop processor that was launched in May 2014. As of early 2026, this represents a nearly decade-old design, placing it firmly in the legacy category for modern computing. Despite its age, the i7-4790 remains notable for its balanced performance and integrated graphics, making it a relevant reference point in the evolution of Intel’s mainstream CPU lineup. With a 64-bit architecture and support for modern instruction sets, the processor is designed for the FCLGA1150 socket and delivers a base frequency of 3.6 GHz, with a turbo boost up to 4.0 GHz when workload demands allow.

The Core i7-4790 features four cores and eight threads thanks to Intel’s Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle multi-threaded workloads efficiently. It includes 0.061 MiB of L1 cache, 0.244 MiB of L2 cache, and a substantial 7.629 MiB of L3 cache, which helps maintain low latency during intensive operations. The processor supports dual-channel DDR3 memory at speeds up to 1600 MT/s, with a maximum system memory capacity of 32 GB. It is built with 1.4 billion transistors and operates at a thermal design power (TDP) of 84 W, requiring adequate cooling for sustained performance.

Integrated into the i7-4790 is Intel HD Graphics 4600, a graphics solution capable of up to 1200 MHz burst frequency and supporting three displays simultaneously. While not suitable for modern gaming or high-resolution video editing, this GPU provides basic graphical capabilities for office use, media playback, and light productivity tasks. The processor also supports a range of advanced technologies, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel VT-x for virtualization, as well as FMA3 and BMI1/BMI2 for enhanced computational performance.

In benchmark testing, the Core i7-4790 achieves an overall score of 5303, placing it at #617 out of 2060 processors in the overall ranking. It scores 5545 in single-core performance, ranking #521, and 4939 in multicore performance, ranking #687. These results indicate that while the processor still holds its own in single-threaded applications, its multicore performance is outpaced by nearly every modern CPU, even budget-tier models. It competes closely with processors like the Core i5-9500T and Core i7-4770T but trails behind newer Intel and AMD offerings in both single- and multi-core performance.

Given its age and performance profile, the Core i7-4790 is best suited for legacy systems, retro builds, or low-cost desktops where integrated graphics and moderate processing power are sufficient. It remains a capable choice for general computing, light content creation, and entry-level gaming, but it is no longer competitive in high-performance or modern workstation environments. As of February 2026, the i7-4790 serves more as a historical benchmark than a practical recommendation for new systems.
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Intel Core i7-4790

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-4790
Model Number: i7-4790
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 3600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 36x (locked)
Core Name: Haswell
Socket: FCLGA1150
Package:
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 84 W

Cache Specifications

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

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600 @ 1.5V
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: Up to 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: Up to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4600
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1200 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 177 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES CLMUL F16C x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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