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Intel Core i5-1235U vs Intel Core i7-11390H

Intel
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Intel
Performance
Core i5-1235U
10,29028% of 36,991
Core i7-11390H3% better
10,60429% of 36,991

The Core i7-11390H has 3% better performance than the Core i5-1235U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-1235U
No data available
Core i7-11390H
24.8920% of 121.53

The Core i7-11390H has 20% 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 i5-1235U 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 240th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 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 i7-11390H CPU

The Intel Core i7-11390H is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2021 with a suggested retail price of $426. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Tiger Lake-H microarchitecture. The i7-11390H is compatible with Intel BGA 1449 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 i7-11390H supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-11390H 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 i7-11390H 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 2.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.0 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 i7-11390H 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 & Value

The Core i7-11390H has the 233rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 28.67% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 10,604 score and $426 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 24.89. This is the 145th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

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

InfoCore i5-1235UCore i7-11390H
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2022Q2 2021
Launch Price (MSRP)--$426
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-1235U
10,29028% of 36,991
Core i7-11390H3% better
10,60429% of 36,991

The Core i7-11390H has 3% better performance than the Core i5-1235U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-1235U is ranked 240th with a score of 10,290, and the Core i7-11390H is ranked 233rd with a score of 10,604.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-1235U
No data available
Core i7-11390H
24.8920% of 121.53

The Core i7-11390H has 47% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-11390H's 24.89 performance per dollar ranks it 0th 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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-1235U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-11400H11,488.5+12%
Core i5-11320H11,487+12%
Core i7-11390H10,604+3%
Core i5-11300H10,532+2%
Xeon E3-1535M v610,501+2%
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%

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 i5-1235U orCore i7-11390H
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-8259U26.65+7%
Core i7-7820HK26.51+6%
Xeon E-2176M26.06+5%
Core i9-10885H25.7+3%
Core i9-10980HK25.3+2%
Core i7-11390H24.89
Core i7-1195G724.5-2%
Core i5-7300HQ24.17-3%
Core i7-7820HQ24.12-3%
Core i7-7700HQ23.37-6%

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 i7-11390H
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
10,290
10,604
(+3.05%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
5,180.5
(+12.67%)
4,598
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,093.5
(+14.74%)
953
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
217.5
232
(+6.67%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
6,874.5
(+22.1%)
5,630
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,094.5
2,194
(+4.75%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
13,418
(+34.33%)
9,989
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,222
(+11.68%)
2,885
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 i7-11390H
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 i7-11390H
SeriesCore i5Core i7
MicroarchitectureAlder Lake-UTiger Lake-H
CodenameAlder Lake-UTiger Lake-H
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-4800DDR4
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 i7-11390H
Cores104
Threads128
Performance Cores (P-cores)2--
Efficient Cores (E-cores)8--
Clock Speed1300.0 MHz2.9 GHz
Turbo Clock4.4 GHz5.0 GHz
P-core Clock1300.0 MHz--
P-core Turbo Clock4.4 GHz--
E-core Clock Speed900.0 MHz--
E-core Turbo Clock3.3 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier13.0x29.0x
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 i7-11390H
L1 Cache80 KB80 KB
L2 Cache1.25 MB1.25 MB
L3 Cache12 MB12 MB
E-core L1 Cache96 KB--
E-core L2 Cache2 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 i7-11390H
SocketIntel BGA 1744Intel BGA 1449
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x20PCIe 4.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W28 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)15 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)55 W--
Tcase Max--72 °C
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-1235UCore i7-11390H
Integrated GraphicsIris Xe 80EUIris XE 96EU
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, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 3.0, IPU

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