Intel Core i5-4258U

Intel Core i5-4258U
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Core i5-4258U, manufactured using the 22 nm process, proved to be a clever model. It was based on the Haswell U architecture, known for its high efficiency. A particular highlight of this processor was the integrated Intel Iris Graphics 5100. This graphics solution offered noticeably more performance compared to many standard graphics units.

We found that it was impressive when playing high-resolution videos. This graphics card was also well-suited for moderate gaming. With 3 MB of Level 3 cache, the Intel Core i5-4258U ensured fast data access. This noticeably improved the overall system response. Its design was clearly aimed at mobile devices.

There, a balanced balance of computing power and long battery life was crucial. The chip proved remarkable energy efficiency. For everyday applications like surfing or word processing, the Intel Core i5-4258U delivered solid performance. It also reliably mastered video conferences. The combination of CPU and powerful Iris graphics was a convincing choice for many users.
  • Based on the Haswell U architecture
  • Integrated Intel Iris Graphics 5100
  • 3 MB Level 3 Cache
  • High energy efficiency

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 596 / 834
In segment Notebook
Multi-core performance
Rank 610 / 832
In segment Notebook
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i5-5250U
2C / 4T · 2.70 GHz
845
Intel Core i3-7100U
2C / 4T · 2.40 GHz
841
Intel Core i5-4258U
2C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
838
Intel Core i3-7020U
2C / 4T · 2.30 GHz
828
Intel Core m5-6Y57
2C / 4T · 2.80 GHz
821
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i7-2630QM
4C / 8T · 2.00 GHz
1,675
Intel Core i3-7020U
2C / 4T · 2.30 GHz
1,670
Intel Core i5-4258U
2C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
1,669
Intel Celeron J6412
4C / 4T · 2.40 GHz
1,662
Intel Core m5-6Y54
2C / 4T · 2.10 GHz
1,648
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Celeron N4505
2C / 2T · 2.90 GHz
660
Intel Core i3-6157U
2C / 4T · 2.40 GHz
657
Intel Core i5-4258U
2C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
656
Intel Core i5-3210M
2C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
645
Intel Core i7-3537U
2C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
644
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i5-3340M
2C / 4T · 2.70 GHz
1,497
Intel Core i5-5300U
2C / 4T · 2.70 GHz
1,493
Intel Core i5-4258U
2C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
1,479
Intel Core i5-4278U
2C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
1,478
Intel Celeron N4120
4C / 4T · 2.50 GHz
1,478
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

Intel Core i9-11900KB
Intel UHD Graphics 11th Gen (32 EU)
742
Intel Core i5-7260U
Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
730
Intel Core i5-4258U
Intel Iris Graphics 5100
704
AMD A8-7600
AMD A8-7600 100 %
AMD Radeon R7 - 512 (Kaveri)
702
AMD A10-7800
AMD A10-7800 100 %
AMD Radeon R7 - 512 (Kaveri)
702
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Single-core performance

Intel Core i7-4702HQ
4C / 8T · 3.20 GHz
117 cb
Intel Core m5-6Y57
2C / 4T · 2.80 GHz
117 cb
Intel Core i5-4258U
2C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
116 cb
Intel Core i3-6167U
2C / 4T · 2.70 GHz
115 cb
Intel Core i5-4200M
2C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
115 cb
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i5-5200U
2C / 4T · 2.50 GHz
264 cb
Intel Core i5-5250U
2C / 4T · 2.50 GHz
264 cb
Intel Core i5-4258U
2C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
263 cb
Intel Core i3-7100U
2C / 4T · 2.40 GHz
262 cb
Intel Core i7-8500Y
2C / 4T · 2.70 GHz
261 cb

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Core i5 (336)
CPU groupIntel Core i 4000U (26)
ArchitectureHaswell U
Technology22 nm
SegmentNotebook
SocketBGA 1168
Generation4
Predecessor
SuccessorIntel Core i5-5257U
Q1/2015

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads2 / 4
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 2x
Frequency: 2.40 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 2.90 GHz
Turbo Frequency (2 Cores): 2.90 GHz
L2-Cache
L3-Cache3.00 MB
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU nameIntel Iris Graphics 5100
GPU frequency0.20 - 1.10 GHz
CUs / Shader40 / 320
Raytracing
Max. displays3
Max. GPU Memory16 GB
Technology22 nm
Release dateQ2/2013

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1600
25.6 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory16 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe2.0 x 12
PCIe Bandwidth6.0 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP28 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Release dateQ3/2013
Release price
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Core i5-4258U
Intel Core i5-4258U
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