Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) vs. Intel Core i7 640M

CPU Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) and Intel Core i7 640M. Compare overall performance, core and thread counts, cache memory, speed, power efficiency, dimensions, socket compatibility and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect CPU. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the processor that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

CPUs Specifications Comparison

Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) vs. Intel Core i7 640M Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 640M
Product Type Processor Processor (mobile)
PROCESSOR Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 640M
Type Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 640M
ARCHITECTURE
Processor Qty 1 1
Packaging Type - 1288-ball BGA
Compatible Processor Socket LGA1150 Socket PGA988 Socket
Manufacturing Process 22 nm 32 nm
Thermal Design Power 95 W 35 W
Thermal Specification 72.72 °C -
PCI Express Revision 3.0 2.0
PCI Express Configurations 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4 1x16
PCI Express Lanes Qty 16 16
Architecture Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, streaming SIMD extensions 4.1, streaming SIMD extensions 4.2, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel My WiFi Technology, Intel Anti-Theft Technology, Intel AES New Instructions (AES-NI), Thermal Monitoring Technologies, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel Smart Cache, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel Advanced Vector Extensions 2 (AVX2.0) Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, streaming SIMD extensions 4.1, streaming SIMD extensions 4.2, Intel Fast Memory Access
PERFORMANCE
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Number of Threads 4 threads 4 threads
Clock Speed (Frequency) 3.2 GHz 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.46 GHz
Bus Speed 1600 MHz 667 MHz
64-bit Computing - Yes
CACHE MEMORY
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
Cache Memory Details Smart Cache - 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
Installed Size 6 MB 4 MB
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 640M
Type Intel HD Graphics 4600 Intel HD Graphics with Dynamic Frequency
Base Frequency 350 MHz 500 MHz
Max Dynamic Frequency 1.1 GHz 766 MHz
Max Supported Memory Size 2 GB -
Max Supported Resolution 4096x2304@24Hz (HDMI), 3840x2160@60Hz (DP), 3840x2160@60Hz (eDP), 1920x1200@60Hz (VGA) -
Features Intel Clear Video HD Technology, InTRU 3D Technology, Intel Quick Sync Video, Intel Wireless Display (WiDi), Intel Insider, Triple Display Capable Dual Display Capable, Intel FDI, Intel Clear Video Technology, Intel Clear Video HD Technology
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 640M
Compatible Slots - 1 x processor
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core i5 4460 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 640M
Service & Support Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - 3 years
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