Intel Core i5-4570TE vs Intel Core i5-6350HQ Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a consistent and decisive advantage for the Intel Core i5-6350HQ across every recorded test in the head-to-head comparison. The Intel Core i5-4570TE does not secure a single win in the five direct comparisons, with the i5-6350HQ winning all five. The performance gap is remarkably uniform, with the i5-6350HQ leading by approximately 25.8% to 26.2% depending on the specific workload.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i5-6350HQ scores 364 against 270 for the i5-4570TE, a delta of -25.8% from the perspective of the slower chip. This pattern holds in the more demanding Cinebench R20 multicore test, where the i5-6350HQ posts 1518 versus 1126, again a -25.8% difference. The Cinebench R23 multicore result follows the same trajectory: 3616 for the i5-6350HQ compared to 2681 for the i5-4570TE, representing a -25.9% delta.

Single-core performance shows a nearly identical margin. In Cinebench R20 single-core, the i5-6350HQ records 214 while the i5-4570TE manages 158, a -26.2% difference. The Cinebench R23 single-core test shows 510 for the i5-6350HQ versus 378 for the i5-4570TE, a -25.9% delta. This consistency across both single-threaded and multi-threaded tests suggests the advantage is systemic rather than workload-specific.

The average benchmark scores from the broader database paint a slightly different picture. The i5-4570TE holds an average benchmark score of 1062, while the i5-6350HQ averages 1046. This places the i5-4570TE marginally ahead in the aggregate metric, despite losing every head-to-head test. The explanation lies in the different benchmark sets recorded for each processor. The i5-4570TE has Geekbench results (1857 multicore, 966 single-core) that are not present in the i5-6350HQ's recorded data, which skews the aggregate comparison.

Both processors land at the 29th percentile versus all CPUs in the database, indicating they occupy a similar overall performance tier despite the i5-6350HQ's clear advantage in the shared Cinebench tests. The nearest rivals for each chip reinforce this positioning. The i5-4570TE sits within 0.2% of the AMD Opteron 4376 HE, Intel Core i5-2380P, Intel Core i3-4360, and Intel Xeon W3580. The i5-6350HQ is within 0.1% of the AMD PRO A10-8770, AMD Athlon X4 950, AMD PRO A10-9700, and Intel Pentium Gold G5620.

Where Each One Wins

The i5-6350HQ wins every benchmark category where both processors have recorded data. This includes all Cinebench versions (R15, R20, R23) in both single-core and multicore configurations. The margin is substantial and consistent, ranging from 25.8% to 26.2% across all five head-to-head tests. This uniform advantage indicates that the i5-6350HQ is simply the faster processor in rendering, 3D modeling, and other CPU-intensive tasks that Cinebench measures.

The i5-4570TE does not win any head-to-head benchmark. However, its recorded benchmark set includes Geekbench results that are absent from the i5-6350HQ's data. The i5-4570TE scores 1857 in Geekbench multicore and 966 in Geekbench single-core. These numbers are not directly comparable to the i5-6350HQ since no corresponding Geekbench results exist for that chip. The i5-4570TE's average benchmark score of 1062 edges out the i5-6350HQ's 1046, but this is a function of the different test batteries rather than superior performance.

For use-case analysis, the data indicates that the i5-6350HQ is the stronger choice for threaded workloads such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and scientific computing, where its 4 physical cores provide a clear advantage over the i5-4570TE's 2 cores with 4 threads. The single-core advantage is equally pronounced, which benefits everyday responsiveness, office productivity, and lightly threaded applications. The i5-4570TE's lower 35W TDP compared to 45W for the i5-6350HQ suggests it may be preferable in thermally constrained or power-sensitive environments, though the benchmark data does not quantify this trade-off.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i5-6350HQ outperforms the Intel Core i5-4570TE in every directly comparable benchmark. The 25.8% to 26.2% advantage across all Cinebench tests, both single-core and multicore, makes the i5-6350HQ the clear choice for anyone prioritizing raw CPU performance. This holds true regardless of whether the workload is heavily threaded or mostly single-threaded, as the margins are nearly identical in both scenarios.

The i5-4570TE should be selected only in situations where its specific platform characteristics are required. It uses the Intel Socket 1150 with a 35W TDP, making it suitable for compact desktop builds or systems with limited cooling capacity. The i5-6350HQ uses Intel BGA 1440, a soldered mobile socket, which means it is not a drop-in upgrade path for socket 1150 motherboards. The i5-4570TE also has a slightly higher average benchmark score (1062 versus 1046), but this is attributable to the Geekbench results in its dataset and should not be interpreted as evidence of overall superiority.

For mobile or embedded applications where the BGA 1440 socket is available, the i5-6350HQ is overwhelmingly the better processor. Its 4 cores, 6MB of shared L3 cache, and higher process efficiency (14nm versus 22nm) deliver consistently superior results. The i5-6350HQ has a launch MSRP of $306, which can be referenced for cost context, but the performance gap alone justifies its selection in most scenarios. The i5-4570TE has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The Intel Core i5-6350HQ is faster in every multi-core benchmark recorded. It scores 364 versus 270 in Cinebench R15, 1518 versus 1126 in Cinebench R20, and 3616 versus 2681 in Cinebench R23, representing a consistent 25.8% to 25.9% advantage.

Q: How do the two chips compare in single-core performance?

A: The i5-6350HQ also wins single-core tests. It scores 214 versus 158 in Cinebench R20 single-core (-26.2%) and 510 versus 378 in Cinebench R23 single-core (-25.9%). The single-core margins are nearly identical to the multi-core margins.

Q: Do both processors have the same overall performance ranking?

A: Yes, both are at the 29th percentile versus all CPUs in the database. Their average benchmark scores are close, with the i5-4570TE at 1062 and the i5-6350HQ at 1046, but this reflects different test sets rather than equivalent performance.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The i5-4570TE has 2 cores and 4 threads. The i5-6350HQ has 4 cores and 4 threads. The i5-6350HQ's additional physical cores contribute to its multi-core advantage, while its higher single-core scores indicate better per-core efficiency as well.

Q: Which processor supports more memory types?

A: The i5-6350HQ supports both DDR3 and DDR4 with dual-channel memory and a recorded memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. The i5-4570TE supports only DDR3 with dual-channel memory, and no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for it.

Q: How do the integrated graphics compare?

A: The i5-6350HQ features Intel Iris Pro 580, while the i5-4570TE features Intel HD 4600. The database does not include graphics benchmark scores, so the comparison is based solely on the integrated graphics model names.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations and manufacturing processes. The Intel Core i5-4570TE is built on the Haswell architecture using a 22nm process node, while the Intel Core i5-6350HQ uses the Skylake architecture (specifically Skylake-H) on a 14nm node. This process shrink accounts for part of the i5-6350HQ's efficiency and performance advantages.

The transistor counts differ substantially. The i5-4570TE contains 1,400 million transistors on a die size of 177 mm², while the i5-6350HQ packs 2,300 million transistors into a slightly smaller die of 171 mm². This higher transistor density on the newer process enables the i5-6350HQ to deliver more performance within a comparable physical footprint.

Cache configurations also favor the i5-6350HQ. Both processors have 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 cache per core, but the shared L3 cache differs: the i5-4570TE has 4 MB shared, while the i5-6350HQ has 6 MB shared. This 50% larger L3 cache benefits the i5-6350HQ in workloads with moderate data reuse.

The sockets are incompatible. The i5-4570TE uses Intel Socket 1150, a desktop platform, while the i5-6350HQ uses Intel BGA 1440, a soldered mobile platform. This means the two processors target entirely different system form factors and cannot be swapped between platforms. The i5-4570TE is classified as a desktop processor, while the i5-6350HQ is classified as mobile, despite the i5-6350HQ having a higher 45W TDP compared to 35W for the i5-4570TE.

Clock speeds are relatively close, with the i5-4570TE running at 2.70 GHz base and 3.30 GHz boost, while the i5-6350HQ runs at 2.30 GHz base and 3.20 GHz boost. Despite lower clock speeds, the i5-6350HQ achieves higher scores due to its newer architecture, more cores, and larger cache. Memory support differs as well: the i5-4570TE is limited to DDR3, while the i5-6350HQ supports both DDR3 and DDR4.

The release dates are separated by roughly two and a half years, with the i5-4570TE launching in June 2013 and the i5-6350HQ in January 2016. The i5-6350HQ is marked as end-of-life in the database, while no production status is recorded for the i5-4570TE. Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning they are not intended for overclocking. PCIe support is Gen 3 for both, with the i5-6350HQ specifying 16 lanes for the CPU only. Neither processor supports ECC memory.