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Intel Core i5-4670K

Intel · Core

Core i5-4670K

Released June 2013

An unlocked four-core Haswell desktop processor with integrated HD Graphics 4600 and dual-channel DDR3 memory support.

Model history · 3 models, 2011–2013
  1. 2011Core i5-2500KCompare
  2. 2012Core i5-3570KCompare
  3. 2013Core i5-4670K
Cores
4/4
Boost
3.8 GHz
L3
6 MB
Power
84 W
Socket
LGA1150

What reviewers say

Both reviews found a capable unlocked processor, but differed on its appeal over the 3570K. Expert Reviews praised its performance and value, while TechRadar found little practical gain for existing Ivy Bridge owners and warned that overclocking results varied.

From techradar.com and expertreviews.co.uk

Specifications

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Cores and clocks

Cores
4
Threads
4
Base clock
3.4 GHz
Boost clock
3.8 GHz
L3 cache
6 MB
Cores
Haswell; four cores without Hyper-Threading; unlocked multiplier confirmed by TechRadar and Expert Reviews

Graphics and AI

Built-in graphics
Yes
Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 4600; 350 MHz base and 1.2 GHz maximum dynamic clock

Platform

Socket
LGA1150
Base power
84 W
Unlocked
Yes
Memory support
Up to 32 GB; two channels; DDR3 or DDR3L-1333/1600 at 1.5 V; no ECC support
PCIe
16 CPU lanes; PCIe 3.0
Chipsets
LGA1150 platform; release month uses contemporary June retail availability, as Intel ARK lists only Q2 2013. Intel's 4 June family release and earlier retailer coverage do not establish a single exact first-sale day.
Process
22 nm

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Unlocked clock multiplier
  • Integrated HD Graphics 4600
  • Supports dual-channel DDR3 memory

Cons

  • Four threads without Hyper-Threading
  • Uses the older LGA1150 platform
  • No DDR4 memory support

Closest rivals

Model
CoresBoostL3PowerSocketReleased
IntelCore i7-4770K
4/83.9 GHz8 MB84 WLGA1150Jun 2013
IntelCore i5-4690K
4/43.9 GHz6 MB88 WLGA1150Jun 2014
IntelCore i7-4790K
4/84.4 GHz8 MB88 WLGA1150Jun 2014

Previous model: Core i5-3570K. Newer model: Core i5-4690K.

Sources

  1. intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/75048/intel-core-i54670k-processor-6m-…
  2. news.asbis.com/news/suppliers/4th-generation-intel-core-processor-family
  3. next.ink/29821/80166-haswell-core-i5-et-i7-4000-sont-disponibles-a-partir-17990
  4. techradar.com/reviews/pc-mac/pc-components/processors/intel-core-i5-4670k-11597…
  5. expertreviews.co.uk/technology/desktop-pcs/components/intel-core-i5-4670k-review
  6. pccasegear.com/products/23495/intel-core-i5-4670k

Photo: Intel Core i5-4670K box via PC Case Gear's exact BX80646I54670K listing; generic Haswell Core i5 artwork, model label not visible. Low-resolution original white background retained.

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