Intel Core i7-3770K vs Intel Core i5-7600T

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Intel Core i7-3770K or Intel Core i7-3770K – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i7-3770K features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2012 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-3770K, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1155 socket.
The Intel Core i5-7600T features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2017 and belongs to the 7 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-7600T, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1151 socket.
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Core i5
Intel Core i 3000 Group Intel Core i 7000
3 Generation 7
Intel Core i7-3770K Name Intel Core i5-7600T
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-3770K has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-3770K is 3.5 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.9 GHz.
The Intel Core i5-7600T has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-7600T is 2.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.7 GHz.
4 CPU Cores 4
normal Core architecture normal
8 Threads 4
4x Cores 4x
Yes Hyperthreading No
3.5 GHz Frequency 2.8 GHz
3.9 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.7 GHz
Yes Overclocking No
3.9 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.5 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-3770K has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-3770K uses the Intel HD Graphics 4000, which has 128 texture shaders
and 16 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i5-7600T has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-7600T uses the Intel HD Graphics 630, which has 192 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
Q1/2011 Release date Q2/2016
0.65 GHz GPU frequency 0.35 GHz
1.15 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.1 GHz
-- Max. displays --
16 Execution units 24
7 Generation 9.5
Intel HD Graphics 4000 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 630
11.0 Direct X 12
128 Shaders 192
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 64.0 GB
22 nm Technology 14 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI hardware --
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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
No VP9 Decode / Encode
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
No VP8 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode / Encode
No AV1 No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR4-2400
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth 38.4 GB/s
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
32.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
Yes AES-NI Yes
pci PCIe pci
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 77 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 W watts.
77 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 35 W
-- Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-3770K is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i5-7600T is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
Q2/2012 Release date Q1/2017
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
275 $ Release price 235 $
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
LGA 1155 Socket LGA 1151
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
8.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
-- Part Number --
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
22 nm Technology 14 nm
Ivy Bridge S Architecture Kaby Lake S
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-3770K
4C 8T @ 3.5 GHz
14944
14944
Intel Core i5-7600T
4C 4T @ 2.8 GHz
11701
11701

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-7600T
4C 4T @ 2.8 GHz
3935
3935
Intel Core i7-3770K
4C 8T @ 3.5 GHz
3782
3782

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-7600T
4C 4T @ 2.8 GHz
3582
3582
Intel Core i7-3770K
4C 8T @ 3.5 GHz
2527
2527

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-3770K
4C 8T @ 3.5 GHz
3409
3409
Intel Core i5-7600T
4C 4T @ 2.8 GHz
3084
3084

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-7600T
4C 4T @ 2.8 GHz
1243
1243
Intel Core i7-3770K
4C 8T @ 3.5 GHz
737
737

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-3770K
4C 8T @ 3.5 GHz
672
672
Intel Core i5-7600T
4C 4T @ 2.8 GHz
593
593

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-7600T
4C 4T @ 2.8 GHz
157
157
Intel Core i7-3770K
4C 8T @ 3.5 GHz
137
137