Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) vs. AMD Phenom II X4 945

CPU Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) and AMD Phenom II X4 945. 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 i7 4790 (4th Gen) vs. AMD Phenom II X4 945 Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Phenom II X4 945
Product Type Processor Processor
PROCESSOR Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Phenom II X4 945
Type Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Phenom II X4 945
ARCHITECTURE
Processor Qty 1 1
Max Supported Qty - 1
Compatible Processor Socket LGA1150 Socket Socket AM3
Power Efficiency - Energy Efficient
Manufacturing Process 22 nm 45 nm
Thermal Design Power 95 W 95 W
Thermal Specification 72.72 °C 71 °C
PCI Express Revision 3.0 -
PCI Express Configurations 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4 -
PCI Express Lanes Qty 16 -
Architecture Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Execute Disable Bit capability, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel 64 Technology, Intel Trusted Execution 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 vPro Technology, 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), Intel TSX-NI, Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) HyperTransport technology, AMD64 technology, integrated memory controller, Enhanced Virus Protection, AMD Cool'n'Quiet Technology, AMD Virtualization, AMD CoolCore Technology
PERFORMANCE
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Number of Threads 8 threads -
Clock Speed (Frequency) 3.6 GHz 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz -
64-bit Computing - Yes
CACHE MEMORY
Cache 8 MB -
Cache Memory Details Smart Cache - 8 MB L2 - 4 x 512 KB
L3 - 6 MB
Installed Size 8 MB 6 MB
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Phenom II X4 945
Type Intel HD Graphics 4600 -
Base Frequency 350 MHz -
Max Dynamic Frequency 1.2 GHz -
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 -
EXPANSION & CONNECTIVITY Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Phenom II X4 945
Compatible Slots 1 x processor - LGA1150 Socket 1 x processor - Socket AM3
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Phenom II X4 945
Service & Support Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - 3 years
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