Comparing AMD FX-4170 vs Intel Core i7-4712MQ

Now let examine the processors version of the AMD FX-4170 and the Intel Core i7-4712MQ. The higher the model´s version and the more current generation, the better.

• Name
  AMD FX-4170 Intel Core i7-4712MQ
• Segment
  Desktop / Server Mobile
• Family
  AMD FX Intel Core i7
• Generation
  1 4
• CPU group
  AMD FX-4100/4200 Intel Core i 4000M/4000H

Now let examine the base clock parameters of the AMD FX-4170 and Intel Core i7-4712MQ CPUs. The processor with the highest score is victorious. You may also compare the turbo frequency in some models.

• Frequency
  4.20 GHz 2.30 GHz
• CPU Cores
  4 4
• Turbo (1 Core)
  4.40 GHz 3.30 GHz
• CPU Threads
  4 8
• Turbo (4 Cores)
  4.40 GHz No turbo
• Hyperthreading
  No Yes
• Overclocking
  Yes No
• Core architecture
  normal normal

You may determine which included graphics card is superior by analyzing the AMD FX-4170 and Intel Core i7-4712MQ CPUs. Nevertheless, not every model can also include an integrated video card. The block has no bearing on the overall performance score and can be skipped.

• GPU name
  no iGPU Intel HD Graphics 4600
• GPU frequency
  0.40 GHz
• GPU (Turbo)
  No turbo 1.15 GHz
• Execution units
  20
• Shader
  160
• Max. GPU Memory
  -- 2 GB
• Max. displays
  3
• Generation
  7.5
• DirectX Version
  11.1
• Technology
  22 nm
• Release date
  Q2/2013

This is time to examine how CPUs differ in terms of hardware support for codecs. Each brand may have its own set of guidelines. The AMD FX-4170 and Intel Core i7-4712MQ processor technologies are shown below for a more detailed comparison.

• h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
  No No
• h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
  No No
• h264
  No Decode / Encode
• VP9
  No No
• VP8
  No No
• AV1
  No No
• AVC
  No Decode / Encode
• VC-1
  No Decode
• JPEG
  No Decode

The kind and amount of memory supported by the CPU have an impact on the performance ranking. As a consequence, experts recommend that you carefully compare which model produces the greatest outcomes. In our case, AMD FX-4170 or Intel Core i7-4712MQ.

• Memory type
  DDR3-1866 DDR3L-1333 SO-DIMMDDR3L-1600 SO-DIMM
• Max. Memory
  32 GB
• ECC
  Yes No
• Memory channels
  2 2
• PCIe version
  3.0
• PCIe lanes
  16

We decide in favor of an encryption-capable CPU AMD FX-4170 or Intel Core i7-4712MQ. If competing CPUs have the same performance in this block, you should compare other technical aspects.

• AES-NI
  Yes Yes

Now let us analyze the temps of the AMD FX-4170 and Intel Core i7-4712MQ CPUs. It is critical to note that the greater the processor´s TDP, the more efficient the cooling system would be required. A CPU with a lower TDP is said to be the best model.

• TDP (PL1)
  125 W 37 W
• Tjunction max.
  -- 100 °C

Contrast the specs of the AMD FX-4170 and Intel Core i7-4712MQ CPUs, including L2-L3 cache, release date, motherboard socket, manufacturing method, ISA instruction set, and much more. Give heed to L2 and L3 - the higher this indication, the better; similarly, the smaller the technical process, the better.

• Instruction set (ISA)
  x86-64 (64 bit) x86-64 (64 bit)
• Virtualization
  AMD-V VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
• ISA extensions
  SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
• L3-Cache
  8.00 MB 6.00 MB
• Architecture
  Zambezi (Bulldozer) Haswell H
• Technology
  32 nm 22 nm
• Socket
  AM3+ PGA 946
• Release date
  Q1/2012 Q2/2014

Let´s all examine the use of the processors AMD FX-4170 and Intel Core i7-4712MQ. Based on this comparison, you will understand the processor´s intended use (gaming, design, editing, mining, work, business).

• Used in
  Unknown Unknown