Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) vs. AMD Ryzen 5 5600

CPU Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) and AMD Ryzen 5 5600. 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 Ryzen 5 5600 Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5600
Product Type Processor Processor
PROCESSOR Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5600
Type Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5600
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 4.0
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 3.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.4 GHz
CACHE MEMORY
Cache 8 MB 32 MB
Cache Memory Details Smart Cache - 8 MB L3 - 32 MB
L2 - 3 MB
L1 - 384 KB
Installed Size 8 MB -
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5600
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 5600
Compatible Slots 1 x processor - LGA1150 Socket -
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) AMD Ryzen 5 5600
Included Accessories - AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler
Service & Support Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
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