Intel Core i5-8250U vs Intel Core i7-7820HK

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Performance
Core i5-8250U
6,27617% of 36,991
Core i7-7820HK60% better
10,01927% of 36,991

The Core i7-7820HK has 60% better performance than the Core i5-8250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8250U
No data available
Core i7-7820HK
26.5122% of 121.53

The Core i7-7820HK has 22% 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 i5-8250U CPU

The Intel Core i5-8250U is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2017. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-U Refresh microarchitecture. The i5-8250U is compatible with Intel BGA 1356 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-8250U supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i5-8250U 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 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-8250U 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 1600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.4 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 i5-8250U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD 620. 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 i5-8250U has the 375th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.97% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-7820HK CPU

The Intel Core i7-7820HK is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $378. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-H microarchitecture. The i7-7820HK is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-7820HK supports DDR4-2400, DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-7820HK 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 i7-7820HK 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 3.9 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 i7-7820HK includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 630. 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 i7-7820HK has the 247th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.08% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 10,019 score and $378 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 26.51. This is the 138th 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 i5-8250UCore i7-7820HK
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ3 2017Q1 2017
Launch Price (MSRP)--$378
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-8250U
6,27617% of 36,991
Core i7-7820HK60% better
10,01927% of 36,991

The Core i7-7820HK has 60% better performance than the Core i5-8250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-8250U is ranked 375th with a score of 6,276, and the Core i7-7820HK is ranked 247th with a score of 10,019.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8250U
No data available
Core i7-7820HK
26.5122% of 121.53

The Core i7-7820HK has 50% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-7820HK's 26.51 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 i5-8250U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-11300H10,532+68%
Core i7-1195G710,438.5+66%
Core i7-7820HK10,019+60%
Core i7-7920HQ10,006+59%
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866+57%
Core i7-3612QM6,388.5+2%
Core i7-4702MQ6,366.5+1%
Core i5-8250U6,276
Core i5-1140G76,257-0%
Core i5-10200H6,233-1%

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 i5-8250U orCore i7-7820HK
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-1355U28.03+6%
Xeon E-2276M27.93+5%
Core i7-11370H27.51+4%
Core i7-11375H26.88+1%
Core i5-8259U26.65+1%
Core i7-7820HK26.51
Core i5-7440HQ26.33-1%
Xeon E-2176M26.06-2%
Core i9-10885H25.7-3%
Core i7-11390H24.89-6%

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 i5-8250UCore i7-7820HK
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,276
10,019
(+59.64%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,663
4,447
(+66.99%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
562
770
(+37.01%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
143
162
(+13.29%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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4,133
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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1,263
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,879
7,402
(+25.91%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,909
2,118
(+10.95%)
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 i5-8250UCore i7-7820HK
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 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 i5-8250UCore i7-7820HK
SeriesCore i5Core i7
MicroarchitectureKaby Lake-U RefreshKaby Lake-H
CodenameKaby Lake-RKaby Lake-H
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4-2400, DDR3
Memory Channels--Dual-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 i5-8250UCore i7-7820HK
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed1600.0 MHz2.9 GHz
Turbo Clock3.4 GHz3.9 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier16.0x29.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

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 i5-8250UCore i7-7820HK
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache6 MB8 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 i5-8250UCore i7-7820HK
SocketIntel BGA 1356Intel BGA 1440
PCI Express--PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W45 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max--100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-8250UCore i7-7820HK
Integrated GraphicsUHD 620Intel HD Graphics 630
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 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 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, 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.