CPU
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Core i7-10870H
Core i5-1335U
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 i7-10870H
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1335U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-10870H | Core i5-1335U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($417) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-H (2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-U (2023) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-10870H | Core i5-1335U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($417) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i7-10870H and Core i5-1335U
Core i7-10870H
The Core i7-10870H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-H (2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,087 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-1335U
The Core i5-1335U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 10 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 14,093 points. Launch price was $340.
Processing Power
The Core i7-10870H packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-1335U offers 10 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-1335U has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Core i7-10870H versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-1335U — a 4.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-10870H (base: 2.2 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Core i7-10870H uses the Comet Lake-H (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-1335U uses Raptor Lake-U (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-10870H scores 14,087 against the Core i5-1335U's 14,093 — a 0% lead for the Core i5-1335U. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 9,594 vs 8,977 (6.6% advantage for the Core i7-10870H). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,228 vs 2,389, a 64.2% lead for the Core i5-1335U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 6,822 vs 9,456 (32.4% advantage for the Core i5-1335U). Both processors carry 12 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i7-10870H | Core i5-1335U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 10 / 12+25% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+4% | 4.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+69% | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Comet Lake-H (2020) | Raptor Lake-U (2023) |
| PassMark | 14,087 | 14,093 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 9,594+7% | 8,977 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,228 | 2,389+95% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 6,822 | 9,456+39% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-10870H uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-1335U uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2933 on the Core i7-10870H versus LPDDR5-6400 on the Core i5-1335U — the Core i5-1335U supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-10870H supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 96 GB — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-10870H) vs 20 (Core i5-1335U) — the Core i5-1335U offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WM490,HM470,QM480 (Core i7-10870H) and SoC (Core i5-1335U).
| Feature | Core i7-10870H | Core i5-1335U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | FCBGA1744 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | LPDDR5-6400+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+33% | 96 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 20+25% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 630 (Core i7-10870H) and Iris Xe Graphics (80 EU) (Core i5-1335U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-10870H targets Gaming, Core i5-1335U targets Productivity. Direct competitor: Core i7-10870H rivals Ryzen 7 4800H; Core i5-1335U rivals Ryzen 5 7535U.
| Feature | Core i7-10870H | Core i5-1335U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | Iris Xe Graphics (80 EU) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Gaming | Productivity |
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