Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) vs. Intel Core i7 620M

CPU Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) and Intel Core i7 620M. 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. Intel Core i7 620M Benchmark Chart
GENERAL Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 620M
Product Type Processor Processor (mobile)
PROCESSOR Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 620M
Type Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 620M
ARCHITECTURE
Processor Qty 1 1
Packaging Type - 1288-ball BGA
Compatible Processor Socket LGA1150 Socket -
Manufacturing Process 22 nm 32 nm
Thermal Design Power 95 W 35 W
Thermal Specification 72.72 °C 105 °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, 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) 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, Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel AES New Instructions (AES-NI), Thermal Monitoring Technologies, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel vPro Technology, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
PERFORMANCE
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Number of Threads 8 threads 4 threads
Clock Speed (Frequency) 3.6 GHz 2.66 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 3.33 GHz
Bus Speed - 667 MHz
64-bit Computing - Yes
CACHE MEMORY
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
Cache Memory Details Smart Cache - 8 MB Smart Cache - 4 MB
Installed Size 8 MB 4 MB
RAM
Installed RAM Size - 4 MB
INTEGRATED GRAPHICS (GPU) Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 620M
Type Intel HD Graphics 4600 Intel HD Graphics with Dynamic Frequency
Base Frequency 350 MHz 500 MHz
Max Dynamic Frequency 1.2 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 i7 4790 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 620M
Compatible Slots 1 x processor - LGA1150 Socket 1 x processor
MISCELLANEOUS Intel Core i7 4790 (4th Gen) Intel Core i7 620M
Service & Support Limited warranty - 3 years -
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