Intel Core i7-5600U vs Intel Core i7-7920HQ

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Performance
Core i7-5600U
3,79210% of 36,991
Core i7-7920HQ164% better
10,00627% of 36,991

The Core i7-7920HQ has 164% better performance than the Core i7-5600U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-5600U
9.658% of 121.53
Core i7-7920HQ83% better
17.6214% of 121.53

The Core i7-7920HQ has 83% better value for the money than the Core i7-5600U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-5600U CPU

The Intel Core i7-5600U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2015 with a suggested retail price of $393. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-U microarchitecture. The i7-5600U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 5500 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-5600U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-5600U 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 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-5600U 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 2.6 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.2 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 i7-5600U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 5500. 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 i7-5600U has the 468th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.25% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 3,792 score and $393 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 9.65. This is the 197th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-7920HQ CPU

The Intel Core i7-7920HQ is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $568. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-H microarchitecture. The i7-7920HQ is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-7920HQ supports DDR4-2400, DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-7920HQ 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 i7-7920HQ 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 4.1 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 i7-7920HQ includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 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 & Value

The Core i7-7920HQ has the 248th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.05% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 10,006 score and $568 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 17.62. This is the 168th 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 i7-5600UCore i7-7920HQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2015Q1 2017
Launch Price (MSRP)$393$568
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-5600U
3,79210% of 36,991
Core i7-7920HQ164% better
10,00627% of 36,991

The Core i7-7920HQ has 164% better performance than the Core i7-5600U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-5600U is ranked 468th with a score of 3,792, and the Core i7-7920HQ is ranked 248th with a score of 10,006.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-5600U
9.658% of 121.53
Core i7-7920HQ83% better
17.6214% of 121.53

The Core i7-7920HQ has 83% better value for the money than the Core i7-5600U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-5600U is ranked 197th with a performance per dollar of 9.65, and the Core i7-7920HQ is ranked 168th with a performance per dollar of 17.62.

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 i7-5600U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-1195G710,438.5+175%
Core i7-7820HK10,019+164%
Core i7-7920HQ10,006+164%
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866+160%
Core i5-1135G79,456+149%
Core i5-5257U3,898+3%
Core i7-5650U3,800+0%
Core i7-5600U3,792
Core i5-5250U3,586.5-5%
Core i5-5350U3,479-8%

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 i7-5600U or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-8265U20.95+117%
Core i7-4800MQ20.78+115%
Core i7-7920HQ17.62+83%
Core i7-8665U16.52+71%
Core i7-8565U16.48+71%
Core i3-5005U9.86+2%
Core i7-640M9.7+1%
Core i7-5600U9.65
Core m3-6Y309.62-0%
Core m5-6Y579.54-1%

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 i7-5600UCore i7-7920HQ
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,792
10,006
(+163.87%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
297
814
(+174.07%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
130
163
(+25.38%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,731
4,089
(+136.22%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
913
1,279
(+40.09%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,036
7,395
(+143.58%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,775
2,231
(+25.69%)
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 i7-5600UCore i7-7920HQ
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm14 nm
Transistors1,300 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 i7-5600UCore i7-7920HQ
SeriesCore i7Core i7
MicroarchitectureBroadwell-UKaby Lake-H
CodenameBroadwell-UKaby Lake-H
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4-2400, DDR3
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 i7-5600UCore i7-7920HQ
Cores24
Threads48
Clock Speed2.6 GHz3.1 GHz
Turbo Clock3.2 GHz4.1 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier26.0x31.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

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 i7-5600UCore i7-7920HQ
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache4 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 i7-5600UCore i7-7920HQ
SocketIntel BGA 1168Intel BGA 1440
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x12PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W45 W
Tcase Max105 °C--
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-5600UCore i7-7920HQ
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 5500Intel HD Graphics 630
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-d, VT-x, Smart Cache, ADX, RDSEED, PREFETCHW, HTT, Boost 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TBT 2.0

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