Intel Core i7-1355U vs Intel Core i7-4940MX

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Performance
Core i7-1355U40% better
13,147.536% of 36,991
Core i7-4940MX
9,40225% of 36,991

The Core i7-1355U has 40% better performance than the Core i7-4940MX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-1355U227% better
28.0323% of 121.53
Core i7-4940MX
8.587% of 121.53

The Core i7-1355U has 227% better value for the money than the Core i7-4940MX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-1355U CPU

The Intel Core i7-1355U is a 10-core (12-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $469. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Raptor Lake-U microarchitecture. The i7-1355U is compatible with Intel BGA 1744 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Xe Graphics 96EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-1355U supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-5200 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-1355U 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 12 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-1355U features 10 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 10 cores consist of 2 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 1700.0 MHz, 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 i7-1355U includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. 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 i7-1355U has the 170th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 35.54% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 13,147.5 score and $469 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 28.03. This is the 128th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-4940MX CPU

The Intel Core i7-4940MX is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2014 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 i7-4940MX 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 i7-4940MX supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4940MX 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 i7-4940MX 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 3.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 i7-4940MX 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 i7-4940MX has the 264th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.42% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 9,402 score and $1,096 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 8.58. This is the 204th 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 i7-1355UCore i7-4940MX
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i7 Extreme
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2023Q1 2014
Launch Price (MSRP)$469$1,096
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-1355U40% better
13,147.536% of 36,991
Core i7-4940MX
9,40225% of 36,991

The Core i7-1355U has 40% better performance than the Core i7-4940MX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-1355U is ranked 170th with a score of 13,147.5, and the Core i7-4940MX is ranked 264th with a score of 9,402.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-1355U227% better
28.0323% of 121.53
Core i7-4940MX
8.587% of 121.53

The Core i7-1355U has 227% better value for the money than the Core i7-4940MX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-1355U is ranked 128th with a performance per dollar of 28.03, and the Core i7-4940MX is ranked 204th with a performance per dollar of 8.58.

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 i7-1355U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i9-10885H14,291+9%
Core i5-1350P13,511+3%
Core i7-1355U13,147.5
Core i7-11375H12,954-1%
Core i5-1335U12,727-3%
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866-25%
Core i5-1135G79,456-28%
Core i5-1038NG79,402-28%
Core i7-4940MX9,402-28%
Xeon E3-1505M v59,332-29%

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 i7-1355U or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i3-N30528.89+3%
Core i7-1365U28.34+1%
Core i7-1355U28.03
Xeon E-2276M27.93-0%
Core i7-11370H27.51-2%
Core i7-4900MQ14.89-47%
Core i7-5557U10.38-63%
Core i7-4940MX8.58-69%
Core i7-4930MX7.96-72%
Core i7-2960XM7.39-74%

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 i7-1355UCore i7-4940MX
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
13,147.5
(+39.84%)
9,402
3DMark Time Spy CPU
5,908.5
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,393
(+96.75%)
708
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
255.5
(+62.74%)
157
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
8,908
(+120.22%)
4,045
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,505
(+102.02%)
1,240
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
15,058
(+113.77%)
7,044
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,556
(+58.54%)
2,243
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 i7-1355UCore i7-4940MX
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size10 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 i7-1355UCore i7-4940MX
SeriesCore i7Core i7 Extreme
MicroarchitectureRaptor Lake-UHaswell
CodenameRaptor Lake-UHaswell
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-5200DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-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 i7-1355UCore i7-4940MX
Cores104
Threads128
Performance Cores (P-cores)2--
Efficient Cores (E-cores)8--
Clock Speed1700.0 MHz3.1 GHz
Turbo Clock5.0 GHz4.0 GHz
P-core Clock1700.0 MHz--
P-core Turbo Clock5.0 GHz--
E-core Clock Speed1200.0 MHz--
E-core Turbo Clock3.7 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier17.0x31.0x
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 i7-1355UCore i7-4940MX
L1 Cache80 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1.25 MB256 KB
L3 Cache12 MB8 MB
E-core L1 Cache96 KB--
E-core L2 Cache4 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 i7-1355UCore i7-4940MX
SocketIntel BGA 1744Intel Socket G3
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x8PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W57 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)15 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)55 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 i7-1355UCore i7-4940MX
Integrated GraphicsIris Xe Graphics 96EUIntel HD 4600
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 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, vPro, TBT 2.0MMX, 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.