Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) vs. AMD Ryzen 5 5500

CPU Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) and AMD Ryzen 5 5500. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare overall performance, cache sizes, RAM, power efficiency, architecture, but also other key features of both processors and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the processor that best fits your needs and expectations.

CPUs Specifications Comparison

Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) vs. AMD Ryzen 5 5500 Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5500
Product Type Processor Processor
PROCESSOR Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5500
Type Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5500
ARCHITECTURE
Processor Qty 1 1
Compatible Processor Socket LGA1150 Socket Socket AM4
Manufacturing Process 22 nm 7 nm
Thermal Design Power 95 W 65 W
Thermal Specification 72.72 °C 90 °C
PCI Express Revision 3.0 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) AMD Ryzen VR-Ready Premium, AMD StoreMI Technology, "Zen 3" Core Architecture
PERFORMANCE
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Number of Threads 8 threads 12 threads
Clock Speed (Frequency) 3.6 GHz 3.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.2 GHz
CACHE MEMORY
Cache 8 MB 16 MB
Cache Memory Details Smart Cache - 8 MB L3 - 16 MB
L2 - 3 MB
L1 - 384 KB
Installed Size 8 MB -
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5500
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 Ryzen 5 5500
Compatible Slots 1 x processor - LGA1150 Socket -
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5500
Included Accessories - AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler
Service & Support Limited warranty - 3 years -
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