Intel Core i5-1245U vs Intel Core i9-12950HX

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Performance
Core i5-1245U
16,00543% of 36,991
Core i9-12950HX45% better
23,12963% of 36,991

The Core i9-12950HX has 45% better performance than the Core i5-1245U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-1245U
No data available
Core i9-12950HX
39.232% of 121.53

The Core i9-12950HX has 32% 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 i5-1245U CPU

The Intel Core i5-1245U 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 i5-1245U 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 i5-1245U 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 i5-1245U 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 i5-1245U 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 1600.0 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 i5-1245U 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 i5-1245U has the 121st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 43.27% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i9-12950HX CPU

The Intel Core i9-12950HX is a 16-core (24-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2022 with a suggested retail price of $590. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-HX microarchitecture. The i9-12950HX is compatible with Intel BGA 1964 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-12950HX 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 i9-12950HX 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 30 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-12950HX features 16 total cores which can process 24 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 16 cores consist of 8 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 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 i9-12950HX includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 770. 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 i9-12950HX has the 44th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 62.53% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 23,129 score and $590 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 39.2. This is the 81st 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 i5-1245UCore i9-12950HX
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5Core i9
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2022Q2 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)--$590
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-1245U
16,00543% of 36,991
Core i9-12950HX45% better
23,12963% of 36,991

The Core i9-12950HX has 45% better performance than the Core i5-1245U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-1245U is ranked 121st with a score of 16,005, and the Core i9-12950HX is ranked 44th with a score of 23,129.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-1245U
No data available
Core i9-12950HX
39.232% of 121.53

The Core i9-12950HX has 74% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i9-12950HX's 39.2 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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-13800H23,253+45%
Core i7-13705H23,213.5+45%
Core i9-12950HX23,129+45%
Core i9-12900HX22,972+44%
Core i7-12800HX22,373+40%
Core i7-11850H16,156+1%
Core i9-9980HK16,079.5+0%
Core i5-1245U16,005
Core i7-10870H15,943-0%
Ryzen 9 5980HS15,918-1%

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 i5-1245U orCore i9-12950HX
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-1350P42.22+8%
Core i7-11850H40.9+4%
Core i7-13700H40.84+4%
Core i7-13620H40.81+4%
Core i9-13950HX40.61+4%
Core i9-12950HX39.2
Core i9-12900HX37.91-3%
Core i9-13980HX37.5-4%
Core i7-1370P37.17-5%
Core i7-10875H36.94-6%

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 i5-1245UCore i9-12950HX
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
16,005
23,129
(+44.51%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
6,185
13,303
(+115.08%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,311
3,107
(+136.99%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
242
274
(+13.22%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
13,443
32,408
(+141.08%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,142
3,828
(+21.83%)
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 i5-1245UCore i9-12950HX
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 i5-1245UCore i9-12950HX
SeriesCore i5Core i9
MicroarchitectureAlder Lake-UAlder Lake-HX
CodenameAlder Lake-UAlder Lake-HX
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-4800DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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 i5-1245UCore i9-12950HX
Cores1016
Threads1224
Performance Cores (P-cores)28
Efficient Cores (E-cores)88
Clock Speed1600.0 MHz2.3 GHz
Turbo Clock4.4 GHz5.0 GHz
P-core Clock1600.0 MHz2.3 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock4.4 GHz5.0 GHz
E-core Clock Speed1200.0 MHz1700.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock3.3 GHz3.6 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier16.0x23.0x
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 i5-1245UCore i9-12950HX
L1 Cache80 KB80 KB
L2 Cache1.25 MB1.25 MB
L3 Cache12 MB30 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 i5-1245UCore i9-12950HX
SocketIntel BGA 1744Intel BGA 1964
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x20PCIe 5.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W55 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)15 W55 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)55 W157 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-1245UCore i9-12950HX
Integrated GraphicsIris Xe 80EUUHD Graphics 770
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, TBT 3.0, vPro

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