Intel Core i5-8365U vs Intel Pentium N3540

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Performance
Core i5-8365U256% better
6,39517% of 36,991
Pentium N3540
1,7975% of 36,991

The Core i5-8365U has 256% better performance than the Pentium N3540 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8365U
21.5318% of 121.53
Pentium N3540
No data available

The Core i5-8365U has 18% 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 i5-8365U CPU

The Intel Core i5-8365U is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2019 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 i5-8365U 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 i5-8365U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-8365U 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 i5-8365U 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 4.1 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 i5-8365U 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 i5-8365U has the 371st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 17.29% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,395 score and $297 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 21.53. This is the 151st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Pentium N3540 CPU

The Intel Pentium N3540 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The N3540 is compatible with FCBGA1170 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Pentium N3540 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 224 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 0 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium N3540 features 4 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 2160.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2660.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium N3540 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series. 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 Pentium N3540 has the 632nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.86% 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 i5-8365UPentium N3540
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2019--
Launch Price (MSRP)$297--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-8365U256% better
6,39517% of 36,991
Pentium N3540
1,7975% of 36,991

The Core i5-8365U has 256% better performance than the Pentium N3540 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-8365U is ranked 371st with a score of 6,395, and the Pentium N3540 is ranked 632nd with a score of 1,797.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8365U
21.5318% of 121.53
Pentium N3540
No data available

The Core i5-8365U has 41% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i5-8365U's 21.53 performance per dollar ranks it 151st 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 i5-8365U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-8565U6,739+5%
Core i5-7440HQ6,583+3%
Core i5-8365U6,395
Core i7-4702MQ6,366.5-0%
Core i5-8265U6,222-3%
A8-74101,835-71%
A6-63101,825-71%
Pentium N35401,797-72%
Core i3-3229Y1,795-72%
Pentium N35201,794-72%

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 i5-8365U orPentium N3540
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-11390H24.89+16%
Core i7-1195G724.5+14%
Core i5-7300HQ24.17+12%
Core i7-7820HQ24.12+12%
Core i7-7700HQ23.37+9%
Core i5-8365U21.53
Xeon E3-1505M v521.5-0%
Core i7-4810MQ21.2-2%
Core i7-4710MQ21.11-2%
Core i5-8265U20.95-3%

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 i5-8365UPentium N3540
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,395
(+255.87%)
1,797
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,464
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
579
(+269.97%)
156.5
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
166
(+295.24%)
42
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
--
560
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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193
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
6,171
(+410.42%)
1,209
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,152
(+202.25%)
712
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 i5-8365UPentium N3540
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntel--
Process Size14 nm22 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 i5-8365UPentium N3540
SeriesCore i5--
MicroarchitectureWhiskey Lake--
CodenameWhiskey Lake-UBay Trail
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 i5-8365UPentium N3540
Cores44
Threads84
Clock Speed1600.0 MHz2160.0 MHz
Turbo Clock4.1 GHz2660.0 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 i5-8365UPentium N3540
L1 Cache64 KB224 KB
L2 Cache256 KB2 MB
L3 Cache6 MB0 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 i5-8365UPentium N3540
SocketIntel BGA 1528FCBGA1170
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W7.5 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-8365UPentium N3540
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 620Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series
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, vPro, 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.