Core i5-1035G4 vs Core i7-5950HQ

Core i5-1035G4

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2019

Core i7-5950HQ

4 Cores8 Thrd47 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-1035G4

4 / 8

7,658

0.0%

7,667

+0.1%

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i5-1035G4 is positioned at rank 791 and the Core i7-5950HQ is on rank 274, so the Core i7-5950HQ offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1035G4

#779

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1184%

#780

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1167%

#781

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1071%

#782

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1066%

#783

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1056%

#785

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1020%

#786

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

978%

#787

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

977%

#788

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

950%

#791

Core i5-1035G4

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#795

Core i3-1115G4E

MSRP: $213|Avg: $47

99%

#797

Celeron M 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

99%

#800

Celeron B815

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#801

Celeron B810

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

98%

#803

Core i7-1365UE

MSRP: $429|Avg: $429

98%

#805

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-5950HQ

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

4066%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

3842%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

2789%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

840%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

666%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

582%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

334%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

329%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

300%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

300%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

296%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

288%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

284%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

283%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

281%

#259

Core i3-9100TE

MSRP: $122|Avg: $60

100%

#260

Core i5-12500T

MSRP: $302|Avg: $214

100%

#261

Core i9-13900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $599

99%

#262

Core i7-11700

MSRP: $323|Avg: $274

98%

#263

Core i9-13900T

MSRP: $549|Avg: $570

98%

#264

Processor 300T

MSRP: $82|Avg: $82

97%

#265

Athlon 3000G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $60

97%

#266

Athlon 220GE

MSRP: $65|Avg: $60

97%

#267

Ryzen 9 3900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $441

96%

#268

Core i5-10500

MSRP: $200|Avg: $178

96%

#274

Core i7-5950HQ

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#282

PRO A12-9800

MSRP: $110|Avg: $55

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i5-1035G4 (2019) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-1035G4	Core i7-5950HQ
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Ice Lake (Client) (2019) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-H (2015) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-5950HQ (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-1035G4	Core i7-5950HQ
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i5-1035G4 Benchmark Check

Core i7-5950HQ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-1035G4 and Core i7-5950HQ

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 i7-5950HQ

The Core i7-5950HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-H (2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,667 points. Launch price was $623.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-1035G4 and Core i7-5950HQ share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-1035G4 versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-5950HQ — a 2.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-5950HQ (base: 1.1 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Core i5-1035G4 uses the Ice Lake (Client) (2019) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i7-5950HQ uses Broadwell-H (2015) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-1035G4 scores 7,658 against the Core i7-5950HQ's 7,667 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i7-5950HQ. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i5-1035G4	Core i7-5950HQ
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.7 GHz	3.8 GHz+3%
Base Clock	1.1 GHz	2.9 GHz+164%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	10 nm-29%	14 nm
Architecture	Ice Lake (Client) (2019)	Broadwell-H (2015)
PassMark	7,658	7,667
Cinebench R23 Multi	4,332	—
Geekbench 6 Single	922	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,919	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-1035G4 uses the FCBGA1526 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-5950HQ uses BGA1364 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-1035G4	Core i7-5950HQ
Socket	FCBGA1526	BGA1364
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733	—
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-1035G4) / not specified (Core i7-5950HQ). The Core i5-1035G4 includes integrated graphics (Iris Plus Graphics G4), while the Core i7-5950HQ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-1035G4 targets Ultra-portable laptops. Direct competitor: Core i5-1035G4 rivals Ryzen 5 3500U.