Intel Core i5-9300H vs Intel Core i7-4930MX

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Performance
Core i5-9300H4% better
9,10725% of 36,991
Core i7-4930MX
8,727.524% of 36,991

The Core i5-9300H has 4% better performance than the Core i7-4930MX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-9300H
No data available
Core i7-4930MX
7.967% of 121.53

The Core i7-4930MX has 7% 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 i5-9300H CPU

The Intel Core i5-9300H is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i5-9300H is compatible with Socket 1440 FCBGA motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel UHD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i5-9300H has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, 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 i5-9300H 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 2400.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4100.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-9300H includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel UHD 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

The Core i5-9300H has the 275th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 24.62% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-4930MX CPU

The Intel Core i7-4930MX is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013 with a suggested retail price of $1,096. It is part of Intel's Core i7 Extreme lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4930MX is compatible with Intel Socket G3 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-4930MX supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4930MX 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 i7-4930MX 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 3.0 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 i7-4930MX includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4600. 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 i7-4930MX has the 287th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 23.59% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,727.5 score and $1,096 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 7.96. This is the 207th 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 i5-9300HCore i7-4930MX
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Series--Core i7 Extreme
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q2 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)--$1,096
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-9300H4% better
9,10725% of 36,991
Core i7-4930MX
8,727.524% of 36,991

The Core i5-9300H has 4% better performance than the Core i7-4930MX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-9300H is ranked 275th with a score of 9,107, and the Core i7-4930MX is ranked 287th with a score of 8,727.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-9300H
No data available
Core i7-4930MX
7.967% of 121.53

The Core i7-4930MX has 15% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-4930MX's 7.96 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 i5-9300H or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 5 4600U9,139.5+0%
Core i7-7820HQ9,118.5+0%
Core i5-9300H9,107
Core i7-3820QM9,040-1%
Core i7-3940XM9,032-1%
Core i3-N3058,926-2%
Core i7-7700HQ8,833-3%
Core i7-4930MX8,727.5-4%
Core i7-4910MQ8,706-4%
Core i5-8259U8,528.5-6%

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 i5-9300H orCore i7-4930MX
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i3-8145U15.19+91%
Core i7-4900MQ14.89+87%
Core i7-5557U10.38+30%
Core i7-5650U8.92+12%
Core i7-4940MX8.58+8%
Core i7-4930MX7.96
Core i7-2960XM7.39-7%
Core i7-2920XM7.22-9%

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 i5-9300HCore i7-4930MX
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
9,107
(+4.35%)
8,727.5
3DMark Time Spy CPU
4,189
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
790
(+7.34%)
736
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
172
(+14.67%)
150
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,660
(+1.36%)
3,611
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,268
(+2.84%)
1,233
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
7,647
(+18.83%)
6,435
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,308
(+11.23%)
2,075
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 i5-9300HCore i7-4930MX
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size14 nm22 nm
Transistors--1,400 million

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 i5-9300HCore i7-4930MX
Series--Core i7 Extreme
Microarchitecture--Haswell
CodenameCoffee LakeHaswell
Memory Support--DDR3
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
ECC Memory--No

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 i5-9300HCore i7-4930MX
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed2400.0 MHz3.0 GHz
Turbo Clock4100.0 MHz3.9 GHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--30.0x
Multiplier Unlocked--Yes

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 i5-9300HCore i7-4930MX
L1 Cache256 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB256 KB
L3 Cache8 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 i5-9300HCore i7-4930MX
SocketSocket 1440 FCBGAIntel Socket G3
PCI Express--PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W57 W
Tcase Max--100 °C
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-9300HCore i7-4930MX
Integrated GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630Intel HD 4600
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI, TXT, TSX, CLMUL, FMA3

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