Intel Core i7-10870H vs Intel Core i7-12850HX

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Performance
Core i7-10870H
15,94343% of 36,991
Core i7-12850HX28% better
20,33355% of 36,991

The Core i7-12850HX has 28% better performance than the Core i7-10870H for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-10870H
No data available
Core i7-12850HX
47.5139% of 121.53

The Core i7-12850HX has 39% 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 i7-10870H CPU

The Intel Core i7-10870H is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2020. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Comet Lake-H microarchitecture. The i7-10870H is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-10870H supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i7-10870H 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 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-10870H features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.0 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 i7-10870H includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics. 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 i7-10870H has the 124th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 43.10% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-12850HX CPU

The Intel Core i7-12850HX is a 16-core (24-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2022 with a suggested retail price of $428. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-HX microarchitecture. The i7-12850HX is compatible with Intel BGA 1964 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-12850HX 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 i7-12850HX 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 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 25 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-12850HX features 16 total cores which can process 24 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 16 cores consist of 8 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 2.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.8 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 i7-12850HX includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 770. 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 i7-12850HX has the 72nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 54.97% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 20,333 score and $428 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 47.51. This is the 54th 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 i7-10870HCore i7-12850HX
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ3 2020Q2 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)--$428
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-10870H
15,94343% of 36,991
Core i7-12850HX28% better
20,33355% of 36,991

The Core i7-12850HX has 28% better performance than the Core i7-10870H for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-10870H is ranked 124th with a score of 15,943, and the Core i7-12850HX is ranked 72nd with a score of 20,333.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-10870H
No data available
Core i7-12850HX
47.5139% of 121.53

The Core i7-12850HX has 90% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-12850HX's 47.51 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 i7-10870H or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-13700H20,503.5+29%
Core i7-13620H20,488.5+29%
Core i7-12850HX20,333+28%
Core i9-11900H18,686+17%
Core i9-11980HK17,855.5+12%
Core i9-9980HK16,079.5+1%
Core i5-1245U16,005+0%
Core i7-10870H15,943
Ryzen 9 5980HS15,918-0%
Core i5-1340P15,837.5-1%

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 i7-10870H orCore i7-12850HX
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-13450HX67.43+42%
Core i7-13800H50.88+7%
Core i7-13650HX50.45+6%
Core i7-13700HX49.48+4%
Core i7-12800HX48.96+3%
Core i7-12850HX47.51
Core i7-13705H46.24-3%
Core i5-1340P44.87-6%
Core i7-11800H42.37-11%
Core i5-1350P42.22-11%

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 i7-10870HCore i7-12850HX
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
15,943
20,333
(+27.54%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
8,636.5
12,936
(+49.78%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,659
2,679
(+61.48%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
200
260.5
(+30.25%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
6,082
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,442
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
14,471
30,847
(+113.16%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,672
3,712
(+38.92%)
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 i7-10870HCore i7-12850HX
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm10 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 i7-10870HCore i7-12850HX
SeriesCore i7Core i7
MicroarchitectureComet Lake-HAlder Lake-HX
CodenameComet Lake-HAlder Lake-HX
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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 i7-10870HCore i7-12850HX
Cores816
Threads1624
Performance Cores (P-cores)--8
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--8
Clock Speed2.2 GHz2.1 GHz
Turbo Clock5.0 GHz4.8 GHz
P-core Clock--2.1 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock--4.8 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--1500.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock--3.4 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier22.0x21.0x
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 i7-10870HCore i7-12850HX
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1.25 MB
L3 Cache16 MB25 MB
E-core L1 Cache--96 KB
E-core L2 Cache--2 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 i7-10870HCore i7-12850HX
SocketIntel BGA 1440Intel BGA 1964
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W55 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--55 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--157 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-10870HCore i7-12850HX
Integrated GraphicsUHD GraphicsUHD Graphics 770
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, 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, vPro

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