Intel Core i7-3667U vs Intel Core i5-8300H

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CPU comparison with benchmarks

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Intel Core i7-3667U or Intel Core i7-3667U – 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 i7-3667U features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2012 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-3667U, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1023 socket.
The Intel Core i5-8300H features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2018 and belongs to the 8 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-8300H, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1440 socket.
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Core i5
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i7-3667U Name Intel Core i5-8300H
Intel Core i 3000U Group Intel Core i 8000H
3 Generation 8
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-3667U has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-3667U is 2.0 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.2 GHz.
The Intel Core i5-8300H has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-8300H is 2.3 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.0 GHz.
2x Cores 4x
3.0 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.6 GHz
2.0 GHz Frequency 2.3 GHz
2 CPU Cores 4
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking No
4 Threads 8
3.2 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 4.0 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-3667U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-3667U uses the Intel HD Graphics 4000, which has 128 texture shaders
and 16 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i5-8300H has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-8300H uses the Intel HD Graphics 630, which has 192 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
1.15 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.1 GHz
Q1/2011 Release date Q2/2016
16 Execution units 24
11.0 Direct X 12
-- Max. displays --
128 Shaders 192
Intel HD Graphics 4000 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 630
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 0.3 GHz
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 64.0 GB
7 Generation 9.5
22 nm Technology 14 nm
 
 

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.
No VP8 Decode / Encode
No VP9 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode / Encode
 
 

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 25.6 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 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
32.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth 42.7 GB/s
DDR3L-1600, DDR3L-1333, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR4-2666
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 17 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 45 W watts.
17 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 45 W
-- Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-3667U is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i5-8300H is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q2/2012 Release date Q2/2018
BGA 1023 Socket BGA 1440
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
4.0 MB L3-Cache 8.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Ivy Bridge U Architecture Coffee Lake H
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
-- Release price --
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
22 nm Technology 14 nm
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-8300H
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
15313
15313
Intel Core i7-3667U
2C 4T @ 2.0 GHz
5287
5287

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-8300H
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
4235
4235
Intel Core i7-3667U
2C 4T @ 2.0 GHz
2589
2589

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-8300H
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
3776
3776
Intel Core i7-3667U
2C 4T @ 2.0 GHz
1218
1218

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-8300H
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
3401
3401
Intel Core i7-3667U
2C 4T @ 2.0 GHz
1328
1328

Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-8300H
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
1689
1689
Intel Core i7-3667U
2C 4T @ 2.0 GHz
420
420

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-8300H
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
1254
1254
Intel Core i7-3667U
2C 4T @ 2.0 GHz
588
588

Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-8300H
4C 8T @ 2.3 GHz
397
397
Intel Core i7-3667U
2C 4T @ 2.0 GHz
202
202