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Overview

The Core i5-11260H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 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: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 15,459 points. Launch price was $299.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i5-11260H across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i5-11260H specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-11260H is a 6-core / 12-thread processor based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm SuperFin process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.4 GHz from a base frequency of 2.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 12 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 96K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 15,459, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Core i5-11260H
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	6C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Tiger Lake-H (2021)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm SuperFin
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	12 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1.25 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	96K (per core)
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	15,459

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-11260H fits into the FCBGA1787 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

Specification	Core i5-11260H
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Tiger Lake
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1787
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i5-11260H has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i5-11260H
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #990 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i5-11260H
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#990
Release DateLaunch date	11 May 2021 (4 years ago)
Release Year	2021
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Tiger Lake
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$299
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	11 May 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Tiger Lake-H (2021)
Performance Ranking Position	990

Technical Specifications

13 specs

Cores	6
Threads	12
L1 Cache	96K (per core)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)
Bus Speed	8 GT/s
Max Frequency	4.4 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.6 GHz
Process Technology	10 nm SuperFin
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	72 °C