Intel Core i5-1235U vs Intel Core i3-1215U

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Performance
Core i5-1235U3% better
10,29028% of 36,991
Core i3-1215U
9,991.527% of 36,991

The Core i5-1235U has 3% better performance than the Core i3-1215U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Core i3-1215U
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i5-1235U CPU

The Intel Core i5-1235U is a 10-core (12-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-U microarchitecture. The i5-1235U is compatible with Intel BGA 1744 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Xe 80EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-1235U 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 i5-1235U 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 12 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-1235U features 10 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 10 cores consist of 2 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 1300.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4.4 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 i5-1235U includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Xe 80EU. 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 i5-1235U has the 241st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.82% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i3-1215U CPU

The Intel Core i3-1215U is a 6-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-U microarchitecture. The i3-1215U is compatible with Intel BGA 1744 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 64EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-1215U 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 i3-1215U 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 10 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-1215U features 6 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 6 cores consist of 2 P-Cores and 4 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 1200.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4.4 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 i3-1215U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 64EU. 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 i3-1215U has the 249th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.01% 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 i5-1235UCore i3-1215U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5Core i3
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2022Q1 2022
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-1235U3% better
10,29028% of 36,991
Core i3-1215U
9,991.527% of 36,991

The Core i5-1235U has 3% better performance than the Core i3-1215U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-1235U is ranked 241st with a score of 10,290, and the Core i3-1215U is ranked 249th with a score of 9,991.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-1235U
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Core i3-1215U
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i5-1235U and the Core i3-1215U 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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-1195G710,438.5+1%
Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U10,315+0%
Core i5-1235U10,290
Core i7-1160G710,247.5-0%
Core i7-4980HQ10,201-1%
Core i7-7820HK10,019-3%
Core i7-7920HQ10,006-3%
Core i3-1215U9,991.5-3%
Core i5-10300H9,884.5-4%
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866-4%

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 i5-1235UCore i3-1215U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
10,290
(+2.99%)
9,991.5
3DMark Time Spy CPU
5,180.5
(+46.38%)
3,539
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,093.5
(+35.17%)
809
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
217.5
217.5
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
6,874.5
(+31.87%)
5,213
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,094.5
(+0.6%)
2,082
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
13,418
(+22.18%)
10,982
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,222
3,327
(+3.26%)
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 i5-1235UCore i3-1215U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size10 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 i5-1235UCore i3-1215U
SeriesCore i5Core i3
MicroarchitectureAlder Lake-UAlder Lake-U
CodenameAlder Lake-UAlder Lake-U
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-4800DDR4-3200, 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 i5-1235UCore i3-1215U
Cores106
Threads128
Performance Cores (P-cores)22
Efficient Cores (E-cores)84
Clock Speed1300.0 MHz1200.0 MHz
Turbo Clock4.4 GHz4.4 GHz
P-core Clock1300.0 MHz1200.0 MHz
P-core Turbo Clock4.4 GHz4.4 GHz
E-core Clock Speed900.0 MHz900.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock3.3 GHz3.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier13.0x12.0x
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 i5-1235UCore i3-1215U
L1 Cache80 KB80 KB
L2 Cache1.25 MB1.25 MB
L3 Cache12 MB10 MB
E-core L1 Cache96 KB96 KB
E-core L2 Cache2 MB2 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 i5-1235UCore i3-1215U
SocketIntel BGA 1744Intel BGA 1744
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x20PCIe 4.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W15 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)15 W15 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)55 W55 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-1235UCore i3-1215U
Integrated GraphicsIris Xe 80EUUHD Graphics 64EU
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 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 2.0MMX, 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

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