Intel Core i5-4670T vs Intel Core i7-3610QM Comparison

The Intel Core i5-4670T and Intel Core i7-3610QM are two very different processors, a low-power desktop part from the Haswell generation against a mobile chip from the Ivy Bridge generation. Benchmark results show a split decision: the i7-3610QM dominates in Cinebench workloads, while the i5-4670T takes a clear lead in Geekbench tests. The data shows the i7-3610QM wins 6 of the 8 head-to-head benchmarks, but the i5-4670T's two victories are by substantial margins.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite paints a consistent picture for the Intel Core i7-3610QM. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i7-3610QM scores 440 points against the i5-4670T's 384, a delta of 12.7% in favor of the i7. The single-core R15 test shows a similar gap, with the i7-3610QM at 62 points and the i5-4670T at 54, a 12.9% advantage. These margins hold steady across newer Cinebench versions. In R20 multicore, the i7-3610QM posts 1836 versus 1604, a 12.6% lead. The R20 single-core result is 259 for the i7 against 226 for the i5, again a 12.7% gap. The R23 tests repeat the pattern: multicore shows 4373 for the i7 versus 3820 for the i5, a 12.6% delta, and single-core shows 617 versus 539, a 12.6% delta. Every Cinebench result favors the i7-3610QM by roughly 12.6% to 12.9%, indicating a consistent performance advantage in rendering and CPU-intensive workloads.

The Geekbench results flip the narrative entirely. In Geekbench multicore, the Intel Core i5-4670T scores 2563, while the i7-3610QM manages only 1831. That is a 40% advantage for the i5-4670T. The single-core Geekbench test is even more lopsided: the i5-4670T scores 977, the i7-3610QM scores 537, giving the i5-4670T an 81.9% lead. These are not marginal differences. The i5-4670T more than doubles the i7-3610QM's single-core Geekbench score, and the multicore gap is substantial as well.

The contradiction between Cinebench and Geekbench results is striking. The i7-3610QM has 8 threads versus 4 for the i5-4670T, which explains its Cinebench multicore wins. But Geekbench may be more sensitive to other factors, and the i5-4670T's newer Haswell architecture appears to deliver a significant advantage there. The average benchmark score tells a different story: the i5-4670T has an average of 1271, while the i7-3610QM has 1244. That difference is small, less than 2.2%, and the percentile ranks are close too, 35th percentile for the i5-4670T versus 34th for the i7-3610QM. The nearest rivals for each chip confirm they sit in a similar performance tier. The i5-4670T's rivals include the Intel Core i5-4430S at 1274 (delta 0.2%) and the Intel Core i3-1005G1 at 1265 (delta 0.5%). The i7-3610QM's rivals include the Intel Core i3-7100T at 1258 (delta 1.1%) and the Intel Pentium Gold G6600 at 1235 (delta 0.7%). Neither chip is substantially ahead of the other in overall average performance, but the benchmark-specific wins are decisive.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmarks?

The Intel Core i7-3610QM wins 6 of the 8 recorded benchmarks. The Intel Core i5-4670T wins the remaining 2. All six Cinebench tests go to the i7-3610QM, while both Geekbench tests go to the i5-4670T.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark margin between the two?

The largest margin is in Geekbench single-core, where the Intel Core i5-4670T scores 977 versus 537 for the Intel Core i7-3610QM, a delta of 81.9% in favor of the i5-4670T. The second largest is Geekbench multicore, where the i5-4670T leads by 40%.

Q: How close are the average benchmark scores?

The Intel Core i5-4670T has an average benchmark score of 1271, while the Intel Core i7-3610QM has 1244. That is a difference of 27 points, roughly 2.2%. Their percentile ranks are also similar, 35th versus 34th respectively.

Q: Does the i7-3610QM win every Cinebench test?

Yes, the Intel Core i7-3610QM wins all six Cinebench tests recorded, including R15, R20, and R23 in both multicore and single-core variants. The deltas range from 12.6% to 12.9% in favor of the i7-3610QM.

Q: Does the i5-4670T win every Geekbench test?

Yes, the Intel Core i5-4670T wins both Geekbench tests. The multicore score is 2563 versus 1831, a 40% lead, and the single-core score is 977 versus 537, an 81.9% lead.

Q: What do the nearest rivals indicate about these chips?

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-4670T include the Intel Core i5-4430S with an average score of 1274 and the Intel Core i3-1005G1 with 1265. For the Intel Core i7-3610QM, the nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-7100T at 1258 and the Intel Pentium Gold G6600 at 1235. The deltas are all within 1.1%, indicating both chips sit in a tightly clustered performance tier.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear choice depending on workload. For Cinebench-style rendering tasks, the Intel Core i7-3610QM is the better processor. It wins every Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 test, with margins between 12.6% and 12.9%. That consistency across multiple versions of the same benchmark is strong evidence of a real advantage in CPU-heavy rendering workloads. The i7-3610QM's 8 threads versus 4 for the i5-4670T likely drive these results, as multicore rendering benefits from additional thread availability.

For Geekbench workloads, the Intel Core i5-4670T is the clear winner. The 40% multicore lead and 81.9% single-core lead are far larger than the Cinebench margins. Anyone relying on Geekbench scores for performance comparisons should favor the i5-4670T. The overall average benchmark score slightly favors the i5-4670T at 1271 versus 1244, but that difference is small enough to be within normal variation. The percentile ranks, 35th for the i5-4670T and 34th for the i7-3610QM, reinforce that these two chips are broadly comparable in overall performance, despite their divergent results in specific benchmarks.

The decision should be based on the specific benchmark suite used. If Cinebench is the primary metric, the i7-3610QM is the choice. If Geekbench is the primary metric, the i5-4670T is the choice. There is no universal winner according to the recorded data.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The Intel Core i5-4670T has 4 cores and 4 threads, while the Intel Core i7-3610QM has 4 cores and 8 threads. Both have a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 3.30 GHz. Both have a TDP of 45 watts. The sockets differ: the i5-4670T uses Intel Socket 1150, while the i7-3610QM uses Intel Socket G2 (988B). The process node is the same for both, 22 nm, and both are manufactured by Intel, but the architectures differ: Haswell for the i5-4670T and Ivy Bridge for the i7-3610QM. The transistor count is identical at 1,400 million, but the die size differs: 177 mm² for the i5-4670T versus 160 mm² for the i7-3610QM. Cache configurations are identical: 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 6 MB shared L3. Both support DDR3 memory in dual-channel mode. The i7-3610QM has a recorded memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s, while the i5-4670T does not have a memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support PCIe Gen 3, but the i7-3610QM specifies 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ: Intel HD 4600 for the i5-4670T and Intel HD 4000 for the i7-3610QM. The market segments differ, desktop for the i5-4670T and mobile for the i7-3610QM. The release dates differ as well, with the i5-4670T released on 2013-06-01 and the i7-3610QM on 2012-04-22. The i7-3610QM has a launch MSRP of $378, while the i5-4670T has no recorded launch MSRP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The part numbers are SR14P for the i5-4670T and SR0MN for the i7-3610QM.

Architecture Differences

The architecture differences are fundamental. The Intel Core i5-4670T uses the Haswell architecture, while the Intel Core i7-3610QM uses Ivy Bridge. Both are built on a 22 nm process and use 1,400 million transistors, but the die sizes differ, 177 mm² for Haswell versus 160 mm² for Ivy Bridge. The core and thread counts differ, with the i5-4670T offering 4 threads total and the i7-3610QM offering 8 threads total. This thread advantage is likely the primary driver of the i7-3610QM's Cinebench wins. Cache sizes are identical across all levels, with 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 6 MB shared L3. Both support DDR3 memory in dual-channel mode, and the i7-3610QM has a specified memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. The integrated graphics differ: the Haswell i5-4670T includes Intel HD 4600, while the Ivy Bridge i7-3610QM includes Intel HD 4000. Both support PCIe Gen 3, with the i7-3610QM listing 16 lanes (CPU only). The market segments differ, with the i5-4670T targeting desktop systems and the i7-3610QM targeting mobile systems, which explains the different sockets. The i7-3610QM is marked as end-of-life in the database, while the i5-4670T does not have a recorded production status. The release dates are about 13 months apart, with the i7-3610QM arriving first on 2012-04-22 and the i5-4670T following on 2013-06-01. Despite the architectural differences, the average benchmark scores are close, 1271 for the i5-4670T and 1244 for the i7-3610QM, suggesting the newer architecture does not provide a decisive overall advantage.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-3610QM wins in all Cinebench tests. That includes Cinebench R15 multicore (440 versus 384), R15 single-core (62 versus 54), R20 multicore (1836 versus 1604), R20 single-core (259 versus 226), R23 multicore (4373 versus 3820), and R23 single-core (617 versus 539). These wins are consistent, with deltas between 12.6% and 12.9%. The i7-3610QM is the better choice for workloads that resemble Cinebench, which typically stress CPU rendering and multi-threaded performance. Its 8 threads give it a clear advantage in these parallel workloads.

The Intel Core i5-4670T wins in both Geekbench tests. The multicore result is 2563 versus 1831, a 40% margin, and the single-core result is 977 versus 537, an 81.9% margin. These are dominant wins. The i5-4670T is the better choice for workloads that resemble Geekbench, which often includes a mix of integer, floating-point, and memory tasks. The Haswell architecture appears to provide a substantial performance advantage in these tests, despite having fewer threads.

The average benchmark score slightly favors the i5-4670T, 1271 versus 1244, but the percentile ranks are nearly identical, 35th versus 34th. The nearest rivals for each chip confirm they are in the same performance class. For the i5-4670T, the Intel Core i5-4430S is within 0.2% and the Intel Core i3-1005G1 is within 0.5%. For the i7-3610QM, the Intel Core i3-7100T is within 1.1% and the Intel Pentium Gold G6600 is within 0.7%. Neither chip has a clear overall advantage based on average scores alone. The choice comes down to which benchmark suite matters more. Cinebench users should pick the i7-3610QM, while Geekbench users should pick the i5-4670T.