Intel Core i3-4005U vs Intel Core i7-4712HQ

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Intel Core i3-4005U or Intel Core i3-4005U – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i3-4005U features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2013 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-4005U, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1168 socket.
The Intel Core i7-4712HQ features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2014 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-4712HQ, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1168 socket.
4 Generation 4
Intel Core i3-4005U Name Intel Core i7-4712HQ
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core i7
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i 4000U Group Intel Core i 4000M/4000H
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-4005U has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-4005U is 1.7 GHz
The Intel Core i7-4712HQ has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-4712HQ is 2.3 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.3 GHz.
2 CPU Cores 4
normal Core architecture normal
4 Threads 8
None None 3.3 GHz
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
2x Cores 4x
1.7 GHz Frequency 2.3 GHz
No Overclocking No
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-4005U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-4005U uses the Intel HD Graphics 4400, which has 160 texture shaders
and 20 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i7-4712HQ has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-4712HQ uses the Intel HD Graphics 4600, which has 160 texture shaders
Intel HD Graphics 4400 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 4600
160 Shaders 160
22 nm Technology 22 nm
0.2 GHz GPU frequency 0.4 GHz
20 Execution units 20
0.95 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.15 GHz
11.1 Direct X 11.1
7.5 Generation 7.5
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
Q2/2013 Release date Q2/2013
-- Max. displays --
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI hardware --
-- AI specifications --
 
 

Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
Decode JPEG Decode
No AV1 No
Decode VC-1 Decode
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
No VP8 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
No VP9 No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
No ECC No
pci PCIe pci
DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR3L-1600, DDR3L-1333
2 Memory channels 2
16.0 GB Max. Memory 32.0 GB
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 15 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 37 W watts.
-- Tjunction max 100 °C
15 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 37 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-4005U is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i7-4712HQ is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
-- Release price --
22 nm Technology 22 nm
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
3.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
-- Part Number --
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
BGA 1168 Socket BGA 1168
Haswell U Architecture Haswell H
Q3/2013 Release date Q2/2014
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-4712HQ
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
12568
12568
Intel Core i3-4005U
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
3410
3410

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-4712HQ
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
3388
3388
Intel Core i3-4005U
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
1620
1620

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-4712HQ
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
3316
3316
Intel Core i3-4005U
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
1105
1105

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-4712HQ
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
982
982
Intel Core i3-4005U
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
522
522

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-4712HQ
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
517
517
Intel Core i3-4005U
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
171
171