Intel Core i5-8350U vs Intel Atom Z3745

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Intel Core i5-8350U or Intel Core i5-8350U – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i5-8350U features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2017 and belongs to the 8 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-8350U, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1356 socket.
The Intel Atom Z3745 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2014 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Atom series.
To use the Intel Atom Z3745, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1380 socket.
Mobile Segment Mobile
8 Generation 4
Intel Core i5 Family Intel Atom
Intel Core i 8000U Group Intel Atom Z3700
Intel Core i5-8350U Name Intel Atom Z3745
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i5-8350U has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-8350U is 1.7 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.6 GHz.
The Intel Atom Z3745 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Atom Z3745 is 1.33 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 1.86 GHz.
8 Threads 4
normal Core architecture normal
3.6 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 1.86 GHz
Yes Hyperthreading No
4 CPU Cores 4
4x Cores 4x
2.4 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) None
No Overclocking No
1.7 GHz Frequency 1.33 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i5-8350U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-8350U uses the Intel UHD Graphics 620, which has 192 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Atom Z3745 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Atom Z3745 uses the Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail GT1), which has 32 texture shaders
and 4 execution units.
9.5 Generation 7
192 Shaders 32
-- Max. displays --
0.3 GHz GPU frequency 0.31 GHz
1.1 GHz GPU (Turbo) 0.78 GHz
24 Execution units 4
16.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
12 Direct X 11.2
14 nm Technology 22 nm
Intel UHD Graphics 620 GPU name Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail GT1)
Q3/2016 Release date Q3/2013
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
No AV1 No
Decode / Encode VP8 No
Decode / Encode JPEG Decode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
Decode / Encode VP9 No
Decode VC-1 Decode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 4.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 17.1 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
32.0 GB Max. Memory 4.0 GB
2 Memory channels 2
pci PCIe pci
DDR4-2400 Memory type LPDDR3-1066
Yes AES-NI Yes
No ECC No
38.4 GB/s Bandwidth 17.1 GB/s
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 15 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 4 W watts.
-- Tjunction max 90 °C
15 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 4 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i5-8350U is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Atom Z3745 is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 2.0 MB cache.
-- Part Number --
BGA 1356 Socket BGA 1380
385 $ Release price --
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
Kaby Lake U Refresh Architecture Bay Trail
6.0 MB L3-Cache 2.0 MB
14 nm Technology 22 nm
Q3/2017 Release date Q1/2014
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-8350U
4C 8T @ 1.7 GHz
12257
12257
Intel Atom Z3745
4C 4T @ 1.33 GHz
2716
2716

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-8350U
4C 8T @ 1.7 GHz
4157
4157
Intel Atom Z3745
4C 4T @ 1.33 GHz
796
796

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-8350U
4C 8T @ 1.7 GHz
3779
3779
Intel Atom Z3745
4C 4T @ 1.33 GHz
598
598