Intel Core i3-7100H vs Intel Core i7-12700H

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Performance
Core i3-7100H
4,55912% of 36,991
Core i7-12700H376% better
21,70659% of 36,991

The Core i7-12700H has 376% better performance than the Core i3-7100H for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-7100H
20.2617% of 121.53
Core i7-12700H
No data available

The Core i3-7100H has 17% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i3-7100H CPU

The Intel Core i3-7100H is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $225. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-H microarchitecture. The i3-7100H is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-7100H supports DDR4-2400, DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-7100H has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-7100H features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.8 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-7100H includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 630. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i3-7100H has the 421st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 12.32% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,559 score and $225 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 20.26. This is the 159th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-12700H CPU

The Intel Core i7-12700H is a 14-core (20-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-H microarchitecture. The i7-12700H is compatible with Intel BGA 1744 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Xe 96EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-12700H supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-12700H has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-12700H features 14 total cores which can process 20 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 14 cores consist of 6 P-Cores and 8 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.3 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-12700H includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Xe 96EU. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-12700H has the 61st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 58.68% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i3-7100HCore i7-12700H
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i3Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2017Q1 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)$225--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i3-7100H
4,55912% of 36,991
Core i7-12700H376% better
21,70659% of 36,991

The Core i7-12700H has 376% better performance than the Core i3-7100H for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i3-7100H is ranked 421st with a score of 4,559, and the Core i7-12700H is ranked 61st with a score of 21,706.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-7100H
20.2617% of 121.53
Core i7-12700H
No data available

The Core i3-7100H has 38% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i3-7100H's 20.26 performance per dollar ranks it 159th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-12800H22,022+383%
Core i5-13450HX21,982+382%
Core i7-12700H21,706+376%
Ryzen 7 7840S20,801+356%
Ryzen 5 7645HX20,726+355%
Core i3-N3004,983+9%
Core i7-840QM4,686+3%
Core i3-7100H4,559
Core i7-740QM4,450-2%
Core i7-5557U4,423-3%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i3-7100H orCore i7-12700H
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-8365U21.53+6%
Core i7-4710MQ21.11+4%
Core i5-8265U20.95+3%
Core i7-4800MQ20.78+3%
Core i7-3610QM20.33+0%
Core i3-7100H20.26
Core i7-4712MQ19.69-3%
Pentium Gold 5405U19.56-3%
Core i7-4700MQ19.22-5%
Core i7-4712HQ18.49-9%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i3-7100HCore i7-12700H
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,559
21,706
(+376.11%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,022
11,850.5
(+486.08%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
327.5
2,605
(+695.42%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
130
256
(+96.92%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
--
13,118
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
--
2,486
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,430
26,228
(+664.66%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,668
3,591
(+115.29%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i3-7100HCore i7-12700H
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm10 nm

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i3-7100HCore i7-12700H
SeriesCore i3Core i7
MicroarchitectureKaby Lake-HAlder Lake-H
CodenameKaby Lake-HAlder Lake-H
Memory SupportDDR4-2400, DDR3DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i3-7100HCore i7-12700H
Cores214
Threads420
Performance Cores (P-cores)--6
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--8
Clock Speed2.8 GHz2.3 GHz
Turbo Clock--4.7 GHz
P-core Clock--2.3 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock--4.7 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--1700.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock--3.5 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier30.0x23.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i3-7100HCore i7-12700H
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1.25 MB
L3 Cache3 MB24 MB
E-core L1 Cache--96 KB
E-core L2 Cache--2 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i3-7100HCore i7-12700H
SocketIntel BGA 1440Intel BGA 1744
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)35 W45 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--45 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--115 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i3-7100HCore i7-12700H
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 630Iris Xe 96EU
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TBT 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0, TBT 3.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.