Intel Core i7-4600M vs Intel Core i5-4340M

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Intel Core i7-4600M or Intel Core i7-4600M – 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 i7-4600M features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2013 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-4600M, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1168 socket.
The Intel Core i5-4340M features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2013 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-4340M, you'll need a motherboard with a PGA 946 socket.
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Core i5
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i7-4600M Name Intel Core i5-4340M
Intel Core i 4000M/4000H Group Intel Core i 4000M/4000H
4 Generation 4
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-4600M has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-4600M is 2.9 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.6 GHz.
The Intel Core i5-4340M has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-4340M is 2.9 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.5 GHz.
2x Cores 2x
3.6 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.5 GHz
2.9 GHz Frequency 2.9 GHz
2 CPU Cores 2
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking No
4 Threads 4
3.6 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.5 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-4600M has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-4600M uses the Intel HD Graphics 4600, 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 i5-4340M has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-4340M uses the Intel HD Graphics 4600, which has 160 texture shaders
1.3 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.25 GHz
Q2/2013 Release date Q2/2013
20 Execution units 20
11.1 Direct X 11.1
-- Max. displays --
160 Shaders 160
Intel HD Graphics 4600 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 4600
0.4 GHz GPU frequency 0.4 GHz
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
7.5 Generation 7.5
22 nm Technology 22 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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

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.
No VP8 No
No VP9 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode JPEG Decode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

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
32.0 GB Max. Memory 32.0 GB
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
DDR3L-1600 Memory type DDR3-1600
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 37 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.
37 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 37 W
-- Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-4600M 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 6.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i5-4340M is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q4/2013 Release date Q4/2013
BGA 1168 Socket PGA 946
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
6.0 MB L3-Cache 3.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Haswell H Architecture Haswell H
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
-- Release price --
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
22 nm Technology 22 nm
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-4600M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
6970
6970
Intel Core i5-4340M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
6420
6420

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-4600M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
3210
3210
Intel Core i5-4340M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
3010
3010

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-4340M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
2227
2227
Intel Core i7-4600M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
2132
2132

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-4600M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
1887
1887
Intel Core i5-4340M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
1863
1863

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-4340M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
1027
1027
Intel Core i7-4600M
2C 4T @ 2.9 GHz
1025
1025