Core i7-4980HQ

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-4980HQ

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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 i7-4980HQ based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,091 Rank: 801
Rank Name Score Visual
797 Xeon Silver 4208 5,096
+0.1%
798 Ryzen 3 1300X 5,094
+0.1%
799 Xeon E3-1240 5,093
+0%
800 Core i7-4930K 5,091
+0%
801 Core i7-4980HQ 5,091
802 Core i5-9400T 5,088
-0.1%
803 Core i5-4570 5,086
-0.1%
804 Ryzen 7 3750H 5,084
-0.1%
805 Ryzen 3 3300U 5,083
-0.2%
806 Xeon E3-1280 v3 5,083
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-4980HQ based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,830 Rank: 808
Rank Name Score Visual
804 Xeon E3-1230 V5 4,832
+0%
805 Core i7-3820 4,832
+0%
806 Ryzen 3 1200 4,832
+0%
807 Core i5-8300H 4,830
+0%
808 Core i7-4980HQ 4,830
809 Xeon Silver 4112 4,829
+-0%
810 Xeon E3-1505M v5 4,828
+-0%
811 AMD Ryzen 5 1400 4,828
+-0%
812 Xeon E3-1226 v3 4,828
+-0%
813 Core i5-6600T 4,827
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-4980HQ based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,265 Rank: 758
Rank Name Score Visual
754 Xeon E5-1650 v2 5,267
+0%
755 Xeon E3-1280 v3 5,267
+0%
756 Xeon E5-2699A v4 5,266
+0%
757 Core i7-4810MQ 5,265
+0%
758 Core i7-4980HQ 5,265
759 Core i5-6400 5,264
+-0%
760 Ryzen 5 4600H 5,263
+-0%
761 Xeon D-2183IT 5,261
-0.1%
762 EPYC 7232P 5,260
-0.1%
763 Pentium G4400 5,258
-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 i7-4980HQ based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,715 Rank: 630
Rank Name Score Visual
626 Xeon E3-1545M v5 4,718
+0.1%
627 Core i7-8809G 4,718
+0.1%
628 Core i7-7700 4,718
+0.1%
629 Core i5-10400H 4,716
+0%
630 Core i7-4980HQ 4,715
631 Core i7-990X 4,714
+-0%
632 Core i5-8259U 4,713
+-0%
633 Xeon E-2224G 4,712
-0.1%
634 Core i5-8500T 4,712
-0.1%
635 Ryzen 5 2500X 4,712
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-4980HQ based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,656 Rank: 782
Rank Name Score Visual
778 Core i3-9300 4,656
+0%
779 Core i7-6700HQ 4,656
+0%
780 Xeon E3-1240 4,656
+0%
781 Core i7-3740QM 4,656
+0%
782 Core i7-4980HQ 4,656
783 Xeon E3-1245 4,656
+0%
784 Xeon E-2124G 4,655
+-0%
785 Core i5-7600K 4,655
+-0%
786 Atom C3758 4,655
+-0%
787 Xeon E3-1265L v3 4,655
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-4980HQ based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,780 Rank: 604
Rank Name Score Visual
600 Ryzen 5 PRO 2600 4,785
+0.1%
601 Core i7-7700 4,783
+0.1%
602 Ryzen 5 1600X 4,783
+0.1%
603 Core i5-7640X 4,782
+0%
604 Core i7-4980HQ 4,780
605 Core i5-1038NG7 4,780
+0%
606 Xeon E-2224 4,778
+-0%
607 Core i7-3960X 4,778
+-0%
608 Xeon E5-2650 v2 4,778
+-0%
609 Core i3-8350K 4,777
-0.1%

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Core i7-4980HQ Details

The Intel Core i7-4980HQ, launched in September 2013, remains a notable mobile processor from the early Haswell era, though its performance today is firmly in the legacy category. As of March 2026, this quad-core chip with Hyper-Threading support is a relic by modern standards, yet it still holds relevance for users seeking reliable performance in older systems or for specific workloads where integrated graphics and power efficiency are priorities. With a base clock of 2.8 GHz and a turbo boost up to 4.0 GHz, it competes with mid-tier mobile CPUs from its time, offering a balanced mix of single-core and multi-threaded performance. Its 22 nm manufacturing process and 47 W TDP reflect the design philosophy of its generation, prioritizing performance within the constraints of laptop cooling and power delivery.

At the heart of the Core i7-4980HQ lies the Crystalwell microarchitecture, a variant of Intel’s Haswell design optimized for mobile platforms. The processor features 4 cores and 8 threads, thanks to Intel’s simultaneous multithreading technology, and includes a substantial 7.629 MiB L3 cache, which helps maintain performance under sustained loads. It operates on a dual-channel DDR3 memory interface, with support for up to 1600 MT/s, and delivers a memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. The CPU uses the FC-BGA1364 package and is compatible with the BGA1364 socket, making it non-upgradeable in most laptops. It also supports PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes, allowing for fast storage and expansion options, though these are limited by the platform's age.

Integrated graphics are provided by the Intel HD 5200, which, while outdated by today's standards, was competitive in its time. It offers 12 execution units, a maximum frequency of 1.15 GHz, and supports up to three display outputs, making it suitable for light multimedia use. The GPU benefits from shared system memory, which limits its effectiveness in modern gaming but still allows for basic video playback and office productivity. The processor also includes a range of instruction set extensions, including AVX2, FMA3, and SSE4.2, which enhance performance in compute-intensive applications such as video encoding and scientific calculations.

In benchmark testing, the Core i7-4980HQ achieves an overall score of 5091, placing it at #800 out of 2060 processors in the database. Its single-core performance scores 5265, ranking #757, and its multicore score reaches 4830, placing it at #807. These results highlight a processor that was once competitive but now trails significantly behind modern offerings. For example, it is slightly outperformed by the Ryzen 3 1200 and the Xeon E3-1230 v5, both of which are more recent and offer better efficiency and features. However, its single-core performance is still stronger than many low-power mobile processors, such as the Core i5-6400 and the Ryzen 5 4600H, which are slower despite being newer.

The Core i7-4980HQ's strongest category is single-core performance, where it ranks higher than many modern CPUs, particularly in older benchmark suites. This makes it suitable for tasks that rely on high clock speeds, such as gaming and general productivity, though its age limits its ability to handle modern workloads efficiently. Multicore performance is more modest, especially when compared to today's multi-core processors, which benefit from more advanced architectures and higher core counts. The processor’s 47 W TDP ensures it operates within acceptable thermal limits for laptops of its era, though modern systems achieve far greater performance per watt.

In conclusion, the Core i7-4980HQ is a capable processor for its time, offering a good balance of performance and power efficiency in a mobile form factor. While it is now outdated compared to current-generation CPUs, it remains a viable option for users maintaining older laptops or needing a reliable CPU for light to moderate tasks. Its inclusion of advanced features like AVX2 and Hyper-Threading, along with its relatively strong single-core performance, ensures it still holds a place in the legacy hardware landscape as of March 2026.
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Intel Core i7-4980HQ

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-4980HQ
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2800 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 28x (locked)
Core Name: Crystalwell
Socket: BGA1364
Package: FC-BGA1364
Target Segment: Mobile
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: DDR3

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 264 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 FMA3 CLMUL EIST TXT VT-x TSX
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