Intel Core i5-13500HX vs Intel Core i7-8559U

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Performance
Core i5-13500HX156% better
23,43563% of 36,991
Core i7-8559U
9,16225% of 36,991

The Core i5-13500HX has 156% better performance than the Core i7-8559U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-13500HX
71.8959% of 121.53
Core i7-8559U
No data available

The Core i5-13500HX has 59% 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 i5-13500HX CPU

The Intel Core i5-13500HX is a 14-core (20-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $326. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Raptor Lake-HX microarchitecture. The i5-13500HX is compatible with Intel BGA 1964 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 710 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-13500HX 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 i5-13500HX 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 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-13500HX features 14 total cores which can process 20 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 14 cores consist of 6 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 2.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-13500HX includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 710. 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 i5-13500HX has the 41st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 63.35% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 23,435 score and $326 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 71.89. This is the 21st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-8559U CPU

The Intel Core i7-8559U is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2018. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-U Refresh microarchitecture. The i7-8559U is compatible with Intel BGA 1356 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Pro Plus integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-8559U supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i7-8559U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 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 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-8559U 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 2.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.5 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 i7-8559U includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Pro 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

The Core i7-8559U has the 271st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 24.77% 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 i5-13500HXCore i7-8559U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2023Q2 2018
Launch Price (MSRP)$326--
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-13500HX156% better
23,43563% of 36,991
Core i7-8559U
9,16225% of 36,991

The Core i5-13500HX has 156% better performance than the Core i7-8559U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-13500HX is ranked 41st with a score of 23,435, and the Core i7-8559U is ranked 271st with a score of 9,162.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-13500HX
71.8959% of 121.53
Core i7-8559U
No data available

The Core i5-13500HX has 136% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i5-13500HX's 71.89 performance per dollar ranks it 21st 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 i9-13905H23,894+2%
Core i9-13900HX23,699+1%
Core i5-13500HX23,435
Core i7-13800H23,253-1%
Core i7-13705H23,213.5-1%
Xeon E3-1505M v59,332-60%
Core i7-3920XM9,329-60%
Core i7-8559U9,162-61%
Ryzen 5 4600U9,139.5-61%
Core i7-7820HQ9,118.5-61%

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 i5-13500HX orCore i7-8559U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-13500HX71.89
Core i5-13450HX67.43-6%
Core i7-13800H50.88-29%
Core i7-13650HX50.45-30%
Core i7-13700HX49.48-31%
Core i7-12800HX48.96-32%
Core i7-12850HX47.51-34%
Core i7-13705H46.24-36%
Core i5-11400H45.95-36%
Core i5-1340P44.87-38%

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 i5-13500HXCore i7-8559U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
23,435
(+155.78%)
9,162
3DMark Time Spy CPU
14,159
(+290.59%)
3,625
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,863
(+258.77%)
798
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
252
(+34.04%)
188
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
13,404
(+212.81%)
4,285
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,478
(+79.31%)
1,382
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
29,626
(+251.73%)
8,423
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,639
(+43.21%)
2,541
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 i5-13500HXCore i7-8559U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
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 i5-13500HXCore i7-8559U
SeriesCore i5Core i7
MicroarchitectureRaptor Lake-HXKaby Lake-U Refresh
CodenameRaptor Lake-HXKaby Lake-R
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-4800DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryYesNo

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 i5-13500HXCore i7-8559U
Cores144
Threads208
Performance Cores (P-cores)6--
Efficient Cores (E-cores)8--
Clock Speed2.5 GHz2.7 GHz
Turbo Clock4.7 GHz4.5 GHz
P-core Clock2.5 GHz--
P-core Turbo Clock4.7 GHz--
E-core Clock Speed1800.0 MHz--
E-core Turbo Clock3.5 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier25.0x27.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

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 i5-13500HXCore i7-8559U
L1 Cache80 KB64 KB
L2 Cache2 MB256 KB
L3 Cache24 MB8 MB
E-core L1 Cache96 KB--
E-core L2 Cache4 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 i5-13500HXCore i7-8559U
SocketIntel BGA 1964Intel BGA 1356
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x20--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)55 W28 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)55 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)157 W--
Tcase Max72 °C72 °C
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-13500HXCore i7-8559U
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 710Iris Pro Plus
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 2.0, TBT 3.0, DLBoostMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0

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