Core i5-8500B vs Core i7-1160G7
Core i5-8500B
Core i7-1160G7
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8500B
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1160G7
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-8500B | Core i7-1160G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($192) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($426) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-8500B | Core i7-1160G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+126%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($192) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($426) |
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 i5-8500B and Core i7-1160G7
Core i5-8500B
The Core i5-8500B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 9 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 8,900 points. Launch price was $192.
Core i7-1160G7
The Core i7-1160G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1598. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,720 points. Launch price was $426.
Processing Power
The Core i5-8500B packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i7-1160G7 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i5-8500B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-8500B versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i7-1160G7 — a 7.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-1160G7 (base: 3 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Core i5-8500B uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-1160G7 uses Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Core i5-8500B scores 8,900 against the Core i7-1160G7's 8,720 — a 2% lead for the Core i5-8500B. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,364 vs 1,758, a 25.2% lead for the Core i7-1160G7 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 9 MB (total) on the Core i5-8500B vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-1160G7.
| Feature | Core i5-8500B | Core i7-1160G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.4 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+150% | 1.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 9 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm SuperFin-29% |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) | Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) |
| PassMark | 8,900+2% | 8,720 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,364 | 1,758+29% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-8500B uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-1160G7 uses FCBGA1598 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Core i5-8500B supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-8500B) vs 4 (Core i7-1160G7) — the Core i5-8500B offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H310,B360,H370,Z370,Q370 (Core i5-8500B) and Tiger Lake-UP3 (Core i7-1160G7).
| Feature | Core i5-8500B | Core i7-1160G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | FCBGA1598 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | LPDDR4x-4267 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+300% | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i7-1160G7 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 630 (Core i5-8500B) and Iris Xe Graphics 96EU (Core i7-1160G7) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-8500B targets Mini PC/Embedded, Core i7-1160G7 targets Premium Ultrabook/Tablet. Direct competitor: Core i5-8500B rivals Ryzen 5 2600; Core i7-1160G7 rivals Ryzen 7 4800U.
| Feature | Core i5-8500B | Core i7-1160G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Mini PC/Embedded | Premium Ultrabook/Tablet |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-8500B launched at $192 MSRP, while the Core i7-1160G7 debuted at $426.
| Feature | Core i5-8500B | Core i7-1160G7 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $192-55% | $426 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $192 | — |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2020 |
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