CPU
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Core i7-9850HL
Core i5-10200H
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i7-9850HL is positioned at rank 203 and the Core i5-10200H is on rank 26, so the Core i5-10200H offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-9850HL
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10200H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-9850HL | Core i5-10200H |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-HR (2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-H (2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-9850HL | Core i5-10200H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i7-9850HL and Core i5-10200H
Core i7-9850HL
The Core i7-9850HL is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Junho 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-HR (2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 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): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 7,897 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-10200H
The Core i5-10200H 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 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 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: 7,997 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-9850HL packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i5-10200H offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-9850HL has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i7-9850HL versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-10200H — identical boost frequencies (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i7-9850HL uses the Coffee Lake-HR (2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-10200H uses Comet Lake-H (2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-9850HL scores 7,897 against the Core i5-10200H's 7,997 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i5-10200H. L3 cache: 9 MB (total) on the Core i7-9850HL vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-10200H.
| Feature | Core i7-9850HL | Core i5-10200H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.4 GHz+26% |
| L3 Cache | 9 MB (total)+50% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake-HR (2019) | Comet Lake-H (2020) |
| PassMark | 7,897 | 7,997+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 5,372 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 4,392 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the BGA1440 socket with PCIe 3.0. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Core i5-10200H supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Intel 300 series (Core i7-9850HL) and Intel 400 Series,Intel 500 Series (Core i5-10200H).
| Feature | Core i7-9850HL | Core i5-10200H |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-9850HL) / Yes (Core i5-10200H). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 630 (Core i7-9850HL) and Intel UHD Graphics (Core i5-10200H) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i7-9850HL | Core i5-10200H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | Intel UHD Graphics |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
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