Intel Core i5-1038NG7 vs Intel Atom x5-Z8550

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Performance
Core i5-1038NG7441% better
9,40225% of 36,991
Atom x5-Z8550
1,7375% of 36,991

The Core i5-1038NG7 has 441% better performance than the Atom x5-Z8550 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-1038NG7
29.3824% of 121.53
Atom x5-Z8550
No data available

The Core i5-1038NG7 has 24% 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 i5-1038NG7 CPU

The Intel Core i5-1038NG7 is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2020 with a suggested retail price of $320. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Sunny Cove-U microarchitecture. The i5-1038NG7 is compatible with Intel BGA 1344 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Plus integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-1038NG7 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-1038NG7 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 256 KB, 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 i5-1038NG7 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 2000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.8 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 i5-1038NG7 includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Plus. 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 i5-1038NG7 has the 264th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.42% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 9,402 score and $320 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 29.38. This is the 122nd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Atom x5-Z8550 CPU

The Intel Atom x5-Z8550 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The x5-Z8550 is compatible with Socket 1380 BGA motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Atom x5-Z8550 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 224 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 0 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Atom x5-Z8550 features 4 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 1440.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2400.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Atom x5-Z8550 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 Atom x5-Z8550 has the 644th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.70% 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 i5-1038NG7Atom x5-Z8550
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2020--
Launch Price (MSRP)$320--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-1038NG7441% better
9,40225% of 36,991
Atom x5-Z8550
1,7375% of 36,991

The Core i5-1038NG7 has 441% better performance than the Atom x5-Z8550 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-1038NG7 is ranked 264th with a score of 9,402, and the Atom x5-Z8550 is ranked 644th with a score of 1,737.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-1038NG7
29.3824% of 121.53
Atom x5-Z8550
No data available

The Core i5-1038NG7 has 56% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i5-1038NG7's 29.38 performance per dollar ranks it 122nd 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
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866+5%
Core i5-1135G79,456+1%
Core i5-1038NG79,402
Core i7-4940MX9,4020%
Xeon E3-1505M v59,332-1%
Core M-5Y311,738.5-82%
Core i5-4300Y1,738-82%
Atom x5-Z85501,737-82%
Pentium 2117U1,728-82%
E2-71101,725-82%

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 i5-1038NG7 orAtom x5-Z8550
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-1335U37.43+27%
Core i5-11320H37.17+27%
Core i7-10875H36.94+26%
Core i5-11300H34.08+16%
Core i5-1135G730.6+4%
Core i5-1038NG729.38
Core i3-N30528.89-2%
Core i7-1365U28.34-4%
Core i7-1355U28.03-5%
Xeon E-2276M27.93-5%

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 i5-1038NG7Atom x5-Z8550
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
9,402
(+441.28%)
1,737
3DMark Time Spy CPU
3,595
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
768
(+473.13%)
134
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
169
(+369.44%)
36
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
4,959
(+835.66%)
530
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,533
(+761.24%)
178
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
8,999
(+658.13%)
1,187
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,190
(+218.31%)
688
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 i5-1038NG7Atom x5-Z8550
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntel--
Process Size10 nm14 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 i5-1038NG7Atom x5-Z8550
SeriesCore i5--
MicroarchitectureSunny Cove-U--
CodenameIce Lake-UCherry Trail
Memory SupportDDR4--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

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 i5-1038NG7Atom x5-Z8550
Cores44
Threads84
Clock Speed2000.0 MHz1440.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.8 GHz2400.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier20.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedNo--

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 i5-1038NG7Atom x5-Z8550
L1 Cache80 KB224 KB
L2 Cache256 KB2 MB
L3 Cache6 MB0 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 i5-1038NG7Atom x5-Z8550
SocketIntel BGA 1344Socket 1380 BGA
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)28 W4 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max100 °C90 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-1038NG7Atom x5-Z8550
Integrated GraphicsIris Plus--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0, DLBoost 1.0--

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