Core i7-4790S

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-4790S

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

5,325 Rank: 598
Rank Name Score Visual
594 FX-8350 5,330
+0.1%
595 EPYC 7302 5,329
+0.1%
596 Core i5-8600T 5,326
+0%
597 Ryzen 5 1600 5,325
+0%
598 Core i7-4790S 5,325
599 Xeon E3-1276 v3 5,324
+-0%
600 Xeon E3-1240 v3 5,321
-0.1%
601 Core i3-1115G4E 5,320
-0.1%
602 Xeon D-2146NT 5,318
-0.1%
603 Core i5-1135G7 5,318
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

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

4,972 Rank: 657
Rank Name Score Visual
653 Core 2 Duo T7400 4,984
+0.2%
654 Core i7-8750H 4,983
+0.2%
655 Core i7-10750H 4,976
+0.1%
656 Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G 4,974
+0%
657 Core i7-4790S 4,972
658 Core i7-7820EQ 4,969
-0.1%
659 Xeon E3-1575M v5 4,968
-0.1%
660 Xeon W3680 4,968
-0.1%
661 Xeon E5-1620 0 4,963
-0.2%
662 Core i7-5775C 4,962
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

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

5,560 Rank: 508
Rank Name Score Visual
504 Core i7-4770K 5,568
+0.1%
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%
508 Core i7-4790S 5,560
509 Xeon Platinum 8176 5,555
-0.1%
510 Xeon Gold 6154 5,554
-0.1%
511 FX-8370E 5,553
-0.1%
512 Ryzen 7 4700U 5,553
-0.1%
513 Ryzen 3 4300U 5,552
-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 i7-4790S based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,688 Rank: 709
Rank Name Score Visual
705 Xeon E3-1245 v3 4,689
+0%
706 Xeon E3-1240 v3 4,689
+0%
707 Xeon E3-1280 v3 4,689
+0%
708 Core i7-6770HQ 4,688
+0%
709 Core i7-4790S 4,688
710 Core i5-9300H 4,687
+-0%
711 Core i7-8706G 4,687
+-0%
712 Core i7-7700T 4,687
+-0%
713 Xeon E5-2637 v2 4,685
-0.1%
714 Core i5-8300H 4,684
-0.1%

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Data Processing

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

4,688 Rank: 705
Rank Name Score Visual
701 Xeon E3-1535M V5 4,689
+0%
702 Core i7-7920HQ 4,689
+0%
703 Core i5-8500T 4,689
+0%
704 Core i7-4820K 4,689
+0%
705 Core i7-4790S 4,688
706 Xeon E5-1620 v2 4,688
+0%
707 Xeon E3-1285 v4 4,688
+0%
708 Xeon E3-1290 v2 4,688
+0%
709 Xeon E5-1620 v4 4,687
+-0%
710 Core i7-3770 4,687
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

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

4,719 Rank: 707
Rank Name Score Visual
703 Core i5-7500 4,721
+0%
704 Core i3-8100 4,721
+0%
705 Core i5-1035G4 4,720
+0%
706 Core i7-4771 4,720
+0%
707 Core i7-4790S 4,719
708 Xeon Silver 4112 4,718
+-0%
709 Xeon E3-1240 v3 4,718
+-0%
710 Core i5-9300H 4,717
+-0%
711 Core i5-8300H 4,717
+-0%
712 Core i7-4770 4,717
+-0%

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Core i7-4790S Details

The Intel Core i7-4790S, launched in May 2014, stands as a high-performance desktop processor from Intel's Haswell generation, offering a compelling balance of single-threaded speed and multi-threaded efficiency for its time. At the time of its release, it was positioned as a premium option within the Core i7 lineup, targeting users who required strong performance without the thermal overhead of higher-TDP variants. As of March 2026, the processor is over a decade old, placing it firmly in the realm of legacy hardware, yet its benchmark scores still reflect its historical significance in the evolution of consumer CPUs.

Packing four cores and eight threads via Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, the i7-4790S operates at a base frequency of 3.2 GHz with a turbo boost up to 4.0 GHz, leveraging the 22 nm manufacturing process to deliver performance that was competitive during its era. Built on the Haswell microarchitecture, it features 8 MB of L3 cache, a 65 W TDP, and support for dual-channel DDR3-1600 memory, with a maximum capacity of 32 GB. The processor is designed for the FCLGA1150 socket, ensuring compatibility with a range of 8th and 9th generation Intel chipsets, including Z87, H87, Z97, and H97.

In terms of integrated graphics, the Core i7-4790S includes Intel HD Graphics 4600, which supports up to three displays, operates at a base frequency of 350 MHz, and can burst to 1.2 GHz. While not suitable for modern gaming, it provides sufficient graphical capabilities for basic multimedia and office use. The CPU supports a broad range of instruction sets, including AVX, AVX2, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, and AES-NI, enhancing performance in both productivity and multimedia applications.

Benchmark data reveals that the i7-4790S achieves a Passmark Overall Score of 5325, ranking it #597 out of 2060 processors, with a Singlecore Score of 5560 (#508) and a Multicore Score of 4972 (#657). These results place it in the upper tier of mid-range processors from its generation, competing closely with modern mobile and desktop CPUs that have since been released. Notably, it ranks just behind the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G and the Core i7-10750H in multicore performance, while surpassing the Core i7-7820EQ and Xeon E3-1575M v5 in single-threaded tasks.

Despite being outdated by today's standards, the Core i7-4790S remains a capable processor for legacy systems, light gaming, and productivity workloads. Its strong single-core performance ensures responsiveness in applications that rely on fast clock speeds, while its multi-core efficiency supports multitasking and content creation. For users maintaining older platforms or seeking a cost-effective upgrade path, the i7-4790S offers a reliable, albeit dated, solution for mainstream computing needs.
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Intel Core i7-4790S

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-4790S
Model Number: i7-4790S
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 31x (locked)
Core Name: Haswell
Socket: FCLGA1150
Package:
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 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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