Core i7-4700EQ is a powerful chip:family_text from Intel, released :year_text. The processor is based on advanced 22 nm lithography and is compatible with the compatible motherboards connector. The die configuration includes 4 computing cores with support for 8 threads. In standard mode, the chip operates at 2.4 GHz. Automatic overclocking algorithms allow the chip to accelerate up to 3.4 GHz when the system demands it. Thanks to 8 MB of L3 cache, latency when accessing RAM is reduced. The manufacturer indicates heat dissipation at 47 W in standard operating mode. In entry-level or mid-range gaming builds, this processor will perform confidently, providing acceptable frame rates when using an appropriate graphics accelerator.