Core i5-1035G4 vs Core i5-8500T
Core i5-1035G4
Core i5-8500T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core i5-1035G4 is positioned at rank #791 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1035G4
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8500T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-1035G4 | Core i5-8500T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($149) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake (Client) (2019) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-1035G4 | Core i5-8500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($149) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-1035G4 and Core i5-8500T
Core i5-1035G4
The Core i5-1035G4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake (Client) (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1526. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,658 points. Launch price was $320.
Core i5-8500T
The Core i5-8500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 9 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,730 points. Launch price was $192.
Processing Power
The Core i5-1035G4 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-8500T offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Core i5-8500T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-1035G4 versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-8500T — a 5.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-1035G4 (base: 1.1 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i5-1035G4 uses the Ice Lake (Client) (2019) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-8500T uses Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-1035G4 scores 7,658 against the Core i5-8500T's 7,730 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i5-8500T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 922 vs 1,192, a 25.5% lead for the Core i5-8500T that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-1035G4 vs 9 MB (total) on the Core i5-8500T.
| Feature | Core i5-1035G4 | Core i5-8500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 6+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz+6% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.1 GHz | 2.1 GHz+91% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 9 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm-29% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Ice Lake (Client) (2019) | Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 7,658 | 7,730 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 4,332 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 922 | 1,192+29% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,919 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-1035G4 uses the FCBGA1526 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-8500T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733 memory speed. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Core i5-1035G4 | Core i5-8500T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1526 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-1035G4) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-8500T). Both include integrated graphics — Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Core i5-1035G4) and UHD Graphics 630 (Core i5-8500T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-1035G4 targets Ultra-portable laptops, Core i5-8500T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-1035G4 rivals Ryzen 5 3500U; Core i5-8500T rivals Ryzen 3 2200G.
| Feature | Core i5-1035G4 | Core i5-8500T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Iris Plus Graphics G4 | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Ultra-portable laptops | Low Power Desktop |
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