Intel Core i5-4570T

The Intel Core i5-4570T is a 2-core, 4-thread Haswell desktop processor for Intel Socket 1150. It runs at a 2.90 GHz base clock and a 3.60 GHz boost clock inside a 35W TDP, and its average benchmark score of 1113 places it in the 32nd percentile of all CPUs. Against its nearest rivals, that is effectively a tie: it sits 0.2% above the Intel Core i7-5557U and Intel Core i3-7300, 0.3% above the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1505G, and 0.3% below the AMD Athlon Silver 3050GE.

Benchmark Performance

Benchmark results show a modest but internally consistent performer. The i5-4570T scores 277 in Cinebench R15 multicore, 1155 in Cinebench R20 multicore, and 2750 in Cinebench R23 multicore. Single-core results are 162 in Cinebench R20 and 388 in Cinebench R23. Geekbench delivers 1042 single-core and 2016 multi-core. These numbers align with the 32nd-percentile placement: the chip sits below the majority of the database but remains functional for lighter desktop tasks.

The nearest-rival comparison is striking because the i5-4570T is essentially tied with all four chips around it. The Intel Core i7-5557U has an average score of 1111, just 0.2% below the 4570T. The Intel Core i3-7300 also averages 1111, again 0.2% behind. The AMD Ryzen Embedded R1505G averages 1110, a 0.3% gap. On the other side, the AMD Athlon Silver 3050GE averages 1117, putting the 4570T 0.3% behind. No delta in this group approaches a meaningful performance advantage; the data shows a cluster of similarly capable processors.

In multi-threaded workloads, the 2-core, 4-thread arrangement limits the ceiling. Cinebench R23 multicore at 2750 is a low figure for rendering tasks that scale heavily across cores. The R20 multicore score of 1155 reinforces that picture. However, the Geekbench multi-core score of 2016, against a single-core score of 1042, shows that the two additional threads do add useful throughput when software can use them. The i5-4570T is not going to lead any multi-core benchmark chart, but it is not a completely stranded part either. It belongs to a group of low-power processors that trade raw threaded performance for efficiency and compatibility.

Platform and Compatibility

The i5-4570T uses Intel Socket 1150 and the Haswell architecture, built on Intel's 22 nm process with 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. It supports DDR3 memory through a dual-channel memory bus, and ECC memory is not supported. The integrated graphics are Intel HD 4600, and the processor provides PCIe Gen 3 for expansion. It was released in June 2013 and carries the part number SR14R. The multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not an option.

This platform is defined by its socket and its memory generation. A Socket 1150 motherboard with DDR3 support is the target environment, and the upgrade path runs through compatible Haswell-generation processors rather than through clock multiplier adjustments. Because the multiplier is locked, the only practical route to more performance is a drop-in CPU change. The lack of ECC support narrows the platform toward consumer desktop use rather than validated workstation memory configurations. The integrated HD 4600 means a discrete graphics card is optional for basic display output, though the broader performance profile will still limit GPU-heavy applications.

The 22 nm process, 1,400 million transistors, and 177 mm² die size all point to a processor designed for the efficiency expectations of its era. The memory interface is dual-channel DDR3, which is consistent with the platform's positioning. Users coming from a newer platform would notice the memory generation difference, but within the context of Socket 1150 and Haswell, the memory setup is appropriate for the CPU's core count and thermal class.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The single-thread behavior of the i5-4570T is the more useful part of its profile. Cinebench R20 single-core is 162, R23 single-core is 388, and Geekbench single-core is 1042. These are not standout numbers, but the 3.60 GHz boost clock gives the processor a reasonable burst response for workloads that depend on one core. Software that is primarily single-threaded can take advantage of that boost window, and the scores indicate that everyday interactive tasks will not be crippled by the CPU's low core count.

Multi-thread behavior is more constrained. With only 2 cores and 4 threads, the i5-4570T can participate in parallel workloads, but it cannot match the thread counts of larger desktop parts. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 2750, compared with the R23 single-core score of 388, shows that the multi-thread result is several times the single-thread result, but the absolute level is still low. The Geekbench multi-core result of 2016, with a single-core result of 1042, demonstrates that the extra threads can nearly scale throughput in favorable conditions. Still, the processor remains toward the lower end of the database.

For real workloads, this split means the i5-4570T is best suited to tasks that are bursty and single-thread-bound. Multi-threaded productivity can work, but heavy parallel rendering will expose the two-core limitation. The data suggests a chip that can keep up with light multitasking but will struggle when many threads are required at once. The gap between single-core and multi-core scores is not unusual for a 2-core part with 4 threads, but it explains why the chip's average benchmark score stays near 1113 rather than climbing toward more powerful desktop territory.

Who Should Consider It

The i5-4570T makes sense for systems where power consumption matters more than raw performance. The 35W TDP is a key part of that equation, and the single-core results are acceptable for office-style workloads. A desktop used for document work, spreadsheets, web-based tasks, and light multitasking aligns with the Geekbench single-core score of 1042 and the R23 single-core score of 388. For this kind of user, the two cores are not a major obstacle because most of those workloads are not heavily threaded.

For gaming, the picture is more limited. The integrated HD 4600 can provide a display output, and the processor's single-thread performance is not the worst in the database, but the 32nd-percentile overall standing and the 2-core, 4-thread configuration leave little headroom for CPU-bound gaming workloads. The Geekbench multi-core score of 2016 is not a figure associated with smooth high-refresh gaming. Paired with a discrete graphics card, the CPU would likely become the limiting factor in demanding scenarios.

For content creation, the multi-core scores are the deciding factor. Cinebench R23 multicore at 2750 and R20 multicore at 1155 indicate that sustained rendering, video encoding, and other heavily threaded creation tasks are not this chip's strength. Short or lightly threaded creation jobs may be manageable, but the i5-4570T is not a primary creation machine. It is better positioned as a low-power general-purpose desktop processor, particularly for office environments or compact builds where efficiency is more important than benchmark leadership.

Power and Thermals

The i5-4570T is rated at 35W TDP, which defines its thermal class. This is a low-power desktop part, and the cooling tier required is correspondingly modest. A compact air cooler or a basic low-profile cooler will be sufficient; there is no need for a large multi-tower cooler or liquid cooling. The 22 nm process, 1,400 million transistors, and 177 mm² die size help keep power density within that envelope.

The 35W TDP also suggests that sustained multi-core loads will not produce extreme heat. The processor's base clock of 2.90 GHz and boost clock of 3.60 GHz fit within that power budget, and the 4 MB shared L3 cache provides a reasonable buffer for frequently accessed data. The integrated HD 4600 graphics add display capability without requiring a separate GPU, which further simplifies cooling and system design.

In practical terms, the i5-4570T belongs in builds where low fan noise, small chassis size, or low electricity draw are priorities. The 35W rating makes it an easy part to cool, and the benchmark data confirms that it is not trying to compete in high-wattage desktop performance. Users who need a capable, low-power Haswell desktop processor with modest cooling requirements fall squarely within this chip's intended role.