CPU Comparison
Intel Core i3-9100TE vs Intel Core i5-4570TE
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i3-9100TE is a 4-core, 4-thread embedded desktop processor utilizing a 35 W TDP, designed specifically for industrial PCs, digital signage, and edge computing environments where thermal constraints and long-term availability are paramount.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Handles single-purpose embedded applications well, but lacks the thread count for heavy multitasking.
Adequate for basic kiosk software and legacy office apps.
Gaming
The low 2.2 GHz base clock and 35 W power limit make it entirely unsuitable for any modern gaming workloads.
Not intended for gaming; HD 4600 is too weak.
Virtualization
4 threads can manage one lightweight container or VM, but is not intended for heavy virtualization.
Not designed for virtualization workloads.
Efficiency
Excellent performance-per-watt for a 4-core x86 chip in an embedded form factor.
Excellent thermal efficiency for always-on operation.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No dedicated AI acceleration
- Lacks AVX-512 instructions
- No AI hardware
- Unsuitable for AI workloads
Content Creation
Gaming
- Not targeted at gaming
- Low power limits prevent sustained GPU feeding
- Not designed for gaming
- Weak integrated graphics
- Low core count
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- 35 W TDP allows for completely passive, fanless designs
- ECC memory support prevents data corruption
- Guaranteed long-term embedded availability
- UHD 630 handles multiple display outputs for signage
- Mature, inexpensive Intel 300-series platform
Cons
- Not available through consumer retail channels
- Only 4 cores and 4 threads limit complex workloads
- Low 2.2 GHz base clock results in sluggish bursty performance
- Memory limited to DDR4-2400 MT/s
- Lacks modern features like PCIe 4.0 or AVX-512
Pros
- Designed for 24/7 reliability
- Low 35W TDP
- Good for legacy industrial software
- Socketed LGA 1150 design
Cons
- Very outdated performance
- Dual-core only
- DDR3 memory support
- Hard to find in consumer channels
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Core i3-9100TE
- AMD Ryzen 3 3200GERival
Embedded AM4
- AMD Ryzen 5 3400GERival
Embedded AM4
- Intel Pentium Gold G5400TERival
Embedded Budget
- Intel N100Rival
Modern Low-Power
- AMD Ryzen R1606GRival
Embedded R-Series
- Intel Core i3-10100TEAlt
The 10th-gen successor offering much higher IPC and modern features on the same 35 W platform.
- Intel Core i3-9100TAlt
If building a consumer SFF PC, the 'T' variant is easier to source.
- Intel N97Alt
For extremely low-power embedded tasks that do not need x86 legacy performance.
Intel Core i5-4570TE
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-4570TRival
Desktop
- Intel Core i7-4770TERival
Embedded
- AMD Embedded R-SeriesRival
Embedded
- Intel Core i3-4330TERival
Embedded
- AMD A10-6700TRival
Low Power Desktop
Modern embedded chip with vastly better efficiency.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen Embedded V1605BAlt
Superior embedded alternative with Vega graphics.
Newer embedded platform with 6 cores.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 3600Alt
Cheap consumer alternative if socket compatibility isn't needed.
- Intel N100Alt
Massively more efficient for basic kiosk tasks.
Our Verdict on Each
The i3-9100TE serves its embedded niche well by offering modern x86 performance in a strict 35 W power envelope, but it is irrelevant for consumer builds due to embedded channel restrictions and limited clock speeds.
Best for: This processor should only be purchased by OEMs and system integrators designing embedded systems through Intel's B2B embedded channels. It is the right choice if you are building a digital signage player, an industrial control panel, or a ruggedized edge gateway that requires a guaranteed 7+ year supply chain, operates in a hot environment, and needs ECC memory. Do not buy this for a standard desktop PC.
Read the full reviewReliable for legacy industrial use, but completely unsuited for modern consumer desktop computing.
Best for: Purchasing a Core i5-4570TE today is an unusual proposition for the average consumer. It should only be sought if you are repairing a specific piece of industrial equipment or embedded system that requires this exact socket and chip. For general computing, it is obsolete and offers poor value compared to modern alternatives. If you are building a DIY project and find one extremely cheap, it can serve as a basic low-power server or a retro computing node, but its dual-core limitations are severe. Do not expect it to handle modern multitasking well. Furthermore, ensure that your motherboard supports the 'TE' variant, as some BIOS versions might not recognize embedded SKUs properly. For anyone looking to build a new system, even the lowest-tier modern processors will vastly outperform this aging chip in every metric, including power efficiency.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is faster for gaming, Intel Core i3-9100TE or Intel Core i5-4570TE?
For gaming, the Intel Core i3-9100TE leads with a gaming performance score of 25/100 among Intel Core i3-9100TE and Intel Core i5-4570TE.
Do Intel Core i3-9100TE and Intel Core i5-4570TE use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (Intel Core i3-9100TE: LGA 1151, Intel Core i5-4570TE: Intel Socket 1150 (LGA1150)), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which has more cores?
The Intel Core i3-9100TE has the most cores. Core counts: Intel Core i3-9100TE (4 cores), Intel Core i5-4570TE (2 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core i3-9100TE posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i3-9100TE (4,400), Intel Core i5-4570TE (3,600). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.