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Silver square LGA 1150 desktop processor with gold contacts and integrated heat spreader

Intel

Intel Core i5-4460 desktop processor

SKU CH-4TYM-ZW27V

Quad-core desktop processor with 3.2 GHz base clock, 3.40 GHz turbo, integrated HD Graphics 4600, and DDR3/DDR3L memory support on LGA 1150

  • Product nameCore i5-4460
  • CPU coresQuad-Core
  • CPU socketLGA 1150
  • Maximum turbo clock3.4 GHz
  • Processor classDesktop
  • CPU threads4-Threads
  • Quad-core design handles everyday multitasking with 3.2 GHz base frequency
  • Turbo Boost lifts single-thread speed to 3.40 GHz when workloads demand it
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600 drives displays without a separate card
  • Dual-channel memory controller supports DDR3 and DDR3L up to 1600 MT/s
  • 22 nm process keeps thermal design power at 84 W for efficient desktop builds

Ready for LGA 1150 builds

The Intel Core i5-4460 is a quad-core desktop processor built for the LGA 1150 socket. It delivers four threads at a base frequency of 3.2 GHz and a maximum turbo frequency of 3.40 GHz. The chip includes Intel HD Graphics 4600 and supports dual-channel DDR3 or DDR3L memory at 1333 or 1600 MT/s. It suits office workstations and legacy system repairs.

Sustained load within an 84 W envelope

Under continuous workloads the processor operates inside a rated 84 W thermal design power. The 22 nm process and 6 MB smart cache help maintain stable clocks during extended compile jobs or video encoding sessions. Turbo boost reaches 3.40 GHz when thermal headroom allows, then settles to the 3.2 GHz base if the cooler saturates. Adequate case airflow keeps performance consistent over long periods.

Verify socket, memory and graphics needs

Confirm the motherboard uses the LGA 1150 socket and a compatible chipset before ordering. Check that installed DIMMs are DDR3 or DDR3L rated for 1333 or 1600 MT/s and that the board populates two channels for full bandwidth. If a discrete graphics card is planned, ensure the power supply has the required auxiliary connectors; otherwise the integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600 will drive the display outputs.

How it compares

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Price $39.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
Maximum turbo clock 3.4 GHz
Lower than about 92% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product lineCore i5 4th Gen
Product nameCore i5-4460
Performance
Working frequency3.2 GHz
Processor
CPU coresQuad-Core
CPU socketLGA 1150
Maximum turbo clock3.4 GHz
Processor classDesktop
CPU threads4-Threads
Memory
Supported memoryDDR3 1333 / DDR3 1600 / DDR3L 1333 / DDR3L 1600
Channel configuration2
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel HD Graphics 4600

Questions about this item

How much heat does the 84 W TDP generate during all-day operation?

The processor has an 84 W TDP, so a standard LGA 1150 cooler rated for that power level will keep temperatures in check during continuous workloads.

Which memory kits does the dual-channel controller officially support?

The memory controller runs DDR3 and DDR3L at 1333 MT/s and 1600 MT/s in two channels, so any matched pair at those speeds will work.

Will the integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600 drive a legacy VGA monitor without a discrete card?

Yes, the HD Graphics 4600 includes a VGA output, so older displays connect directly to the motherboard video port.

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