CPU Comparison
AMD Athlon Gold 7220C vs Intel Core i5-4570T
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The AMD Athlon Gold 7220C is a 15 W, 2-core/4-thread mobile SoC for entry-level Chromebooks, based on AMD’s Mendocino (Zen 2) architecture on TSMC’s 6 nm process with integrated Radeon 610M RDNA 2 graphics and LPDDR5-5500 memory support.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Adequate for light Chrome OS multitasking and web apps, but dual-core CPU becomes a bottleneck under heavy multitab use or more demanding Android/Linux apps.
Good single-core speed helps office apps, but dual-core limits heavy multitasking.
Gaming
Radeon 610M is only suitable for older or very lightweight esports titles at 1080p Low; modern AAA games are largely out of reach.
HD 4600 graphics are insufficient for anything beyond very old or 2D games.
Virtualization
Limited CPU and memory resources make it unsuitable for running VMs; Chrome OS’s container-based approach is more realistic than traditional hypervisors.
Limited core count makes running VMs sluggish.
Efficiency
Excellent efficiency for basic workloads; 6 nm process and 15 W TDP enable long battery life in thin Chromebooks.
Excellent efficiency for a desktop chip, running very cool.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No dedicated NPU; AI workloads rely on CPU/iGPU.
- Suitable only for very light on-device inference tasks.
- No AI hardware
- Unsuitable for modern AI workloads
Content Creation
Gaming
- Radeon 610M with 2 RDNA 2 CUs is entry-level and best suited for older or well-optimized titles.
- Expect playable frame rates only at 1080p Low or 720p for esports games like CS2 or Valorant.
- Not intended for AAA gaming or high-refresh-rate gaming.
- Intel HD 4600 is too weak for modern gaming
- Can handle retro or 2D indie games
- Shares system memory
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Modern 6 nm process with good power efficiency
- Zen 2 CPU cores offer solid single-thread performance for the segment
- RDNA 2 iGPU with AV1 decode for smooth video playback
- LPDDR5-5500 provides more memory bandwidth than typical budget Chromebook SoCs
- Low 15 W TDP enables fanless designs and long battery life
Cons
- Only two CPU cores; limited multi-thread headroom
- Radeon 610M iGPU is very weak for gaming or GPU-heavy tasks
- Only 4 PCIe 3.0 lanes from the CPU
- Max memory officially capped at 16 GB
- No unlock multiplier; not an enthusiast part
Pros
- Very low 35W TDP for a desktop chip
- High turbo boost for single-threaded tasks
- Uses socketed LGA 1150
- Runs very cool and quiet
Cons
- Only 2 physical cores
- Obsolete DDR3 memory support
- Weak integrated graphics
- Locked multiplier
Competitors & Alternatives
AMD Athlon Gold 7220C
- Intel Processor N100Rival
Entry-Level Chromebook / Laptop
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i3-N305Rival
Mid-Range Chromebook
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Gen 2Rival
Entry-Level Chromebook (ARM)
- MediaTek Kompanio 520Rival
Entry-Level Chromebook (ARM)
- AMD Athlon Silver 7120CRival
Entry-Level Chromebook (AMD)
- AMD Ryzen 3 7320CAlt
Same platform with four Zen 2 cores and eight threads for significantly better multi-thread performance if you need more headroom.
Intel Core i5-4570T
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-4570SRival
Desktop
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-4570Rival
Desktop
- AMD A10-6800KRival
Desktop
- Intel Core i3-4340Rival
Desktop
- AMD A8-6600KRival
Desktop
Modern quad-core with vastly superior single-thread performance.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 3 3200GAlt
Better integrated graphics and modern platform.
Cheap hex-core for budget desktop builds.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 3600Alt
Excellent value and multi-threaded performance.
- Intel Pentium G4560Alt
Older but much cheaper dual-core alternative.
Our Verdict on Each
A modest but modern SoC that brings Zen 2 CPU and RDNA 2 iGPU to budget Chromebooks, offering good efficiency and decent responsiveness for light workloads, but limited by its dual-core design and weak GPU for heavier tasks.
Best for: Budget Chromebook for web-based productivity and media consumption
Read the full reviewAn efficient and cool-running chip for its time, but severely outdated by modern dual-core standards.
Best for: If you are considering the Core i5-4570T today, it should only be for upgrading an existing LGA 1150 system where your current chip is failing, or for building a very basic retro or office PC using salvaged parts. It holds no value for new purchases due to its age and lack of modern feature support. If found cheaply, it can serve as a capable home server or HTPC processor, handling media streaming and basic network tasks adequately. However, its dual-core limitation will be a bottleneck for modern web browsing with heavy scripts. Do not spend more than a few dollars on this processor. Anyone building a new system should look toward modern 12th or 13th Gen Intel alternatives, or AMD's Ryzen series, which offer vastly superior efficiency and performance.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, AMD Athlon Gold 7220C or Intel Core i5-4570T?
Based on our editorial ratings, the AMD Athlon Gold 7220C comes out ahead with a score of 7/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.
Which is faster for gaming, AMD Athlon Gold 7220C or Intel Core i5-4570T?
For gaming, the AMD Athlon Gold 7220C leads with a gaming performance score of 45/100 among AMD Athlon Gold 7220C and Intel Core i5-4570T.
Which uses less power?
The AMD Athlon Gold 7220C has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: AMD Athlon Gold 7220C (15 W), Intel Core i5-4570T (35 W).
Do AMD Athlon Gold 7220C and Intel Core i5-4570T use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (AMD Athlon Gold 7220C: FT6, Intel Core i5-4570T: Intel Socket 1150 (LGA1150)), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core i5-4570T posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i5-4570T (3,800). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.