Intel Core i5-10310U vs Intel Core i5-8260U

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Performance
Core i5-10310U
6,819.518% of 36,991
Core i5-8260U8% better
7,37720% of 36,991

The Core i5-8260U has 8% better performance than the Core i5-10310U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-10310U
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Core i5-8260U
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i5-10310U CPU

The Intel Core i5-10310U is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i5-10310U is compatible with FCBGA1528 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i5-10310U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-10310U features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1700.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4400.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-10310U does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-10310U has the 349th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 18.44% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i5-8260U CPU

The Intel Core i5-8260U is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i5-8260U is compatible with FCBGA1528 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i5-8260U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-8260U features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3900.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-8260U does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-8260U has the 331st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 19.94% 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 i5-10310UCore i5-8260U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Market SegmentMobileMobile
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-10310U
6,819.518% of 36,991
Core i5-8260U8% better
7,37720% of 36,991

The Core i5-8260U has 8% better performance than the Core i5-10310U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-10310U is ranked 349th with a score of 6,819.5, and the Core i5-8260U is ranked 331st with a score of 7,377.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-10310U
No data available
Core i5-8260U
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i5-10310U and the Core i5-8260U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-10310U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-4700HQ7,432.5+9%
Core i7-3615QM7,391+8%
Core i5-8260U7,377+8%
Core i7-4700MQ7,360.5+8%
Core i5-1035G47,346+8%
Core i7-8650U6,863+1%
Ryzen 5 3580U6,856+1%
Core i5-10310U6,819.5
Ryzen 5 3550H6,803-0%
Core i5-1035G76,764.5-1%

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.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

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 i5-10310UCore i5-8260U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,819.5
7,377
(+8.18%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,867
3,139
(+9.49%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
546
627
(+14.84%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
170
(+8.35%)
156.9
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
6,452
7,727
(+19.76%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,232
2,288
(+2.51%)
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 i5-10310UCore i5-8260U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm14 nm

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 i5-10310UCore i5-8260U
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed1700.0 MHz1600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock4400.0 MHz3900.0 MHz

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 i5-10310UCore i5-8260U
L1 Cache256 KB256 KB
L2 Cache1 MB1 MB
L3 Cache6 MB6 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 i5-10310UCore i5-8260U
SocketFCBGA1528FCBGA1528
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W15 W
TJ Max100 °C--

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