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Overview

The Core i9-11950H 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 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: 20,699 points. Launch price was $556.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i9-11950H across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i9-11950H specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i9-11950H is a 8-core / 16-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 5 GHz from a base frequency of 2.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 24 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 20,699, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Core i9-11950H
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.1 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	24 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1.25 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	190 mm2
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	20,699

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Memory & Platform

The Core i9-11950H fits into the FCBGA1787 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

Specification	Core i9-11950H
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 i9-11950H 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 i9-11950H
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: #743 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i9-11950H
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$556
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#743
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.

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General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Tiger Lake
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$556
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	11 May 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Tiger Lake-H (2021)
Performance Ranking Position	743

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	8
Threads	16
Die Size	190 mm2
L1 Cache	80 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)
Bus Speed	8 GT/s
Max Frequency	5 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.1 GHz
Process Technology	10 nm SuperFin
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	72 °C