Intel Core i5-4570R

The Intel Core i5-4570R is a 4-core, 4-thread Haswell-era desktop processor built on Intel's 22 nm process with a 65 W TDP. Its benchmark data places it in the 36th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 1322, indicating it sits in the lower-mid range of modern performance expectations. The chip is end-of-life, but its benchmark results remain useful for understanding its position against similarly aged or lower-tier parts, particularly in single-threaded and legacy workloads.

How It Compares

vs. Intel Celeron G6900T: The i5-4570R's average benchmark score of 1322 is essentially identical to the Celeron G6900T's 1321, a delta of just 0.1%. This is a striking result: the quad-core i5 with Iris Pro graphics offers no meaningful aggregate performance advantage over a modern dual-core Celeron. In multi-threaded tests, the i5-4570R's 4 cores help it keep pace, but in single-core tests like Cinebench R15 (55 vs. the Celeron's likely higher score), the newer architecture of the G6900T pulls ahead. The data shows these two are peers in overall throughput, despite their generational gap.

vs. Intel Celeron G6900E: The comparison mirrors the G6900T, with the i5-4570R scoring 1322 against the G6900E's 1320, a 0.1% difference. The benchmark results indicate that the i5-4570R does not outclass this embedded-focused Celeron in mixed workloads. The i5's advantage in raw core count is offset by the Celeron's newer architecture and higher clock efficiency per watt. For practical purposes, the data suggests these processors are interchangeable in terms of average performance, making the i5-4570R a less compelling choice given its older platform.

vs. Intel Core i7-3770T: The i5-4570R edges out the i7-3770T by a 0.3% margin in average score (1322 vs. 1319). This is notable because the i7-3770T is a higher-tier part (i7 with Hyper-Threading) but runs at a lower TDP class. The i5-4570R's newer Haswell architecture and slightly higher boost clock (3.20 GHz vs. the 3770T's lower clocks) compensate for the i7's extra threads. In single-threaded workloads, the i5-4570R is clearly superior, while in heavily threaded tasks the i7-3770T may catch up, but the average scores show the i5 holds a slim but consistent lead.

vs. Intel Core i5-4460S: This is the closest rival, with the i5-4460S scoring 1327 and the i5-4570R scoring 1322, a delta of -0.3% in favor of the 4460S. Both are 65 W Haswell quad-cores, but the 4460S has a slightly higher base clock (2.90 GHz vs. 2.70 GHz) and a higher boost clock (3.40 GHz vs. 3.20 GHz). The data shows the 4460S is marginally faster across the board, though the difference is within noise for most applications. The i5-4570R's only redeeming feature here is its Iris Pro 5200 integrated graphics, which are superior to the 4460S's HD Graphics.

Power and Thermals

The i5-4570R carries a 65 W TDP, which classifies it as a mainstream power envelope. This is not a high-performance part requiring exotic cooling; a standard air cooler designed for mid-range sockets will suffice. The 22 nm process node helps keep heat generation manageable, and the die size of 260 mm² with 1,700 million transistors suggests a dense but not thermally aggressive layout. For a builder, this TDP implies that the chip can run comfortably in a compact desktop or a small-form-factor system, provided the chassis has adequate airflow. The 65 W figure also means that a modest power supply and a basic motherboard VRM design are adequate, making it a low-stress component from a thermal standpoint. The integrated Iris Pro 5200 GPU adds some thermal load under graphics workloads, but the overall cooling requirement remains modest.

Platform and Compatibility

The i5-4570R uses the Intel BGA 1364 socket, which is a soldered, non-LGA design. This means the processor is permanently attached to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded or replaced by the end user. The platform supports DDR3 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported. For PCIe, the CPU provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes, which is sufficient for a single discrete graphics card or a couple of NVMe drives via adapters, though modern platforms offer more lanes. The chip is based on the Haswell architecture (codename Crystal Well), which is a mature platform, but it is now end-of-life. The upgrade path is effectively zero—there is no socket-compatible successor with higher performance, so buyers are locked into this specific performance level. The motherboard must have BGA 1364 pre-soldered, which typically comes from OEM systems or embedded boards, not retail DIY parts. Memory support is limited to DDR3, which is older and slower than current DDR4/DDR5 standards, further limiting the platform's longevity.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-4570R support ECC memory?

A: No, the memory support specification lists ECC memory as false, so it only supports non-ECC DDR3.

Q: What is the maximum memory bandwidth of this processor?

A: The dual-channel DDR3 memory bus delivers 25.6 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Can I overclock the i5-4570R?

A: No, the multiplier is unlocked is false, meaning the clock multiplier is locked and overclocking is not supported.

Q: How many PCIe lanes does the CPU provide?

A: The processor provides 16 lanes of PCIe Gen 3, available from the CPU only.

Q: What is the production status of this chip?

A: The production status is end-of-life, and the release date is June 2013.

Q: What integrated graphics does this processor include?

A: It includes Intel Iris Pro 5200, which is the higher-end integrated GPU from the Haswell generation.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data reveals a processor that is consistent but unremarkable in modern terms. In Cinebench R23, the i5-4570R scores 3896 multi-core and 550 single-core. The multi-core score is 7.1x the single-core score, which is expected for a 4-core/4-thread part without Hyper-Threading. Compared to its nearest rivals, the multi-core results show it narrowly trailing the i5-4460S, which has a higher boost clock. The 0.3% average score delta against the i7-3770T is telling: despite the i7 having 8 threads, the i5-4570R's newer architecture and higher per-core clocks win out in the aggregate. In Geekbench, the single-core score of 943 and multi-core score of 2872 place it well below modern entry-level chips, but the data shows it is not a total outlier. The Cinebench R20 scores (1636 multi-core, 231 single-core) reinforce the pattern: this is a chip that was mid-range in 2013, and its performance now sits near the bottom of current CPU charts, as indicated by the 36th percentile ranking. The 0.1% delta with the Celeron G6900T is the most critical data point—it shows that a modern dual-core Celeron matches this quad-core i5 in average workloads, meaning the i5's core count advantage is neutralized by architectural improvements in newer parts. The i5-4570R's strongest showing is in single-threaded Cinebench R15 (55), where it beats the i7-3770T, but this is a legacy test that flatters older architectures.

Who Should Consider It

The i5-4570R is not a sensible choice for modern gaming. Its multi-core score of 3896 in Cinebench R23 and single-core score of 550 put it far below current budget CPUs, and the 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes limit GPU bandwidth options. For office productivity, the data shows it is serviceable but outdated: it matches a modern Celeron in average performance, so it can handle web browsing, document editing, and email, but it will struggle with multitasking heavy spreadsheets or video conferencing with many background processes. For content creation, the picture is dim—the 4-thread design and lack of ECC make it unsuitable for video rendering or large compile jobs, as the 1636 Cinebench R20 multi-core score demonstrates. The only scenario where this chip makes sense is in legacy industrial or embedded applications where the BGA 1364 form factor is already soldered onto a motherboard, and the software stack is fixed to that platform. The Iris Pro 5200 graphics are a bright spot—they outperform typical integrated GPUs of that era, so for a retro gaming rig running older titles or a lightweight media server, the i5-4570R could be repurposed. However, given its end-of-life status and lack of upgrade path, any new build should avoid this processor entirely. The benchmark results indicate it is only viable for users who already own a compatible board and seek to maximize the last bit of performance from an aging system, not for anyone assembling a fresh machine.