Intel Core i5-8265U vs Intel Core i5-7300U

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Performance
Core i5-8265U43% better
6,22217% of 36,991
Core i5-7300U
4,364.512% of 36,991

The Core i5-8265U has 43% better performance than the Core i5-7300U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8265U
20.9517% of 121.53
Core i5-7300U
No data available

The Core i5-8265U has 17% 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 i5-8265U CPU

The Intel Core i5-8265U is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2018 with a suggested retail price of $297. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Whiskey Lake microarchitecture. The i5-8265U is compatible with Intel BGA 1528 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-8265U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-8265U 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 i5-8265U 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 3.9 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 i5-8265U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 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 & Value

The Core i5-8265U has the 379th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.82% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,222 score and $297 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 20.95. This is the 156th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i5-7300U CPU

The Intel Core i5-7300U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i5-7300U is compatible with FCBGA1356 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i5-7300U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-7300U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3500.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-7300U does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-7300U has the 429th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 11.80% 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 i5-8265UCore i5-7300U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ4 2018--
Launch Price (MSRP)$297--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-8265U43% better
6,22217% of 36,991
Core i5-7300U
4,364.512% of 36,991

The Core i5-8265U has 43% better performance than the Core i5-7300U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-8265U is ranked 379th with a score of 6,222, and the Core i5-7300U is ranked 429th with a score of 4,364.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8265U
20.9517% of 121.53
Core i5-7300U
No data available

The Core i5-8265U has 40% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i5-8265U's 20.95 performance per dollar ranks it 156th 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 i5-8365U6,395+3%
Core i7-4702MQ6,366.5+2%
Core i5-8265U6,222
Processor N1006,129-1%
Core i5-7300HQ6,042-3%
Core i7-6560U4,399-29%
Celeron N51054,394-29%
Core i5-7300U4,364.5-30%
Pentium Silver N60054,341.5-30%
Athlon Gold 3150U4,287-31%

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
Core i7-7700HQ23.37+12%
Core i5-8365U21.53+3%
Xeon E3-1505M v521.5+3%
Core i7-4810MQ21.2+1%
Core i7-4710MQ21.11+1%
Core i5-8265U20.95
Core i7-4800MQ20.78-1%
Core i7-3610QM20.33-3%
Core i3-7100H20.26-3%
Core i7-4712MQ19.69-6%

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 i5-8265UCore i5-7300U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,222
(+42.56%)
4,364.5
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,657
(+60.35%)
1,657
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
601.5
(+76.91%)
340
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
159
(+11.97%)
142
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,979
(+62.52%)
3,679
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,072
(+7.41%)
1,929
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 i5-8265UCore i5-7300U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntel--
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 i5-8265UCore i5-7300U
SeriesCore i5--
MicroarchitectureWhiskey Lake--
CodenameWhiskey Lake-U--
Memory SupportDDR4--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

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 i5-8265UCore i5-7300U
Cores42
Threads84
Clock Speed1600.0 MHz2600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.9 GHz3500.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier16.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedNo--

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 i5-8265UCore i5-7300U
L1 Cache64 KB128 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache6 MB3 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 i5-8265UCore i5-7300U
SocketIntel BGA 1528FCBGA1356
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W15 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-8265UCore i5-7300U
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 620--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, 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.