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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£310
  • Avg. price in US: ~$310
  • PassMark benchmark result: 5601
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.5 GHz

Intel Core i5 1030g7 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.0

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.0

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

6.1

Performance

18.0%

5.5

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.3

Platform

1.0%

7.7

Integrated Graphics

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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.1

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.8

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 5.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.8

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-1030G7 is a power-efficient quad-core SoC from the Ice Lake-Y family, featuring 4 cores, 8 threads, and a 10nm lithography. It operates at a base clock frequency of 800 MHz and can boost up to 3.5 GHz, supported by 6 MB of L3 cache and integrated Intel Iris Plus Graphics with 64 execution units. Its primary advantages include an extremely low default TDP of 9W (configurable up to 12W), making it ideal for fanless or ultra-thin laptops, and support for high-speed LPDDR4-3733 memory and Wi-Fi 6. However, its performance is significantly limited in sustained multi-threaded workloads due to the low power envelope, and its base clock speed is relatively slow compared to U-series alternatives.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 1030g7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.0
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a technical score of 6.02 points, which is higher than that of 64% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.0

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

6.9
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is higher than 69% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i5 1030g7 belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1377
Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses the FCBGA1377 CPU socket, which is older than that of 86.3% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

Z790, B660
Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports Z790, B660 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 79% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

4
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

8
Intel Core i5 1030g7 offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 35.3% of processors and equal to 19% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
Intel Core i5 1030g7 offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.5 GHz
Intel Core i5 1030g7 reaches a boost clock of 3.5 GHz which is lower than that of 80.4% of processors and equal to that of 3.1% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 0.8 GHz
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a base clock of 4x0.8 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

10 nm
Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 10 nm
Intel Core i5 1030g7 is built on the Intel 10 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

6 MB
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has an L3 cache of 6 MB which is smaller than that of 60.4% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

2 MB
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has an L2 cache of 2 MB which is smaller than that of 51.3% of processors and equal to that of 11.1% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

320 KB
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has an L1 cache of 320 KB which is smaller than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/LPDDR4
Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR4, which is newer than that of 60.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

3,733 MHz
Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports memory speeds up to 3733 MHz, which is higher than that of 59.9% of processors and equal to 1.2% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

LPDDR4-3733 MHz
Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4-3733 MHz, which is higher than that of 60% of processors and equal to 0.9% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

32 GB
Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Intel Core i5 1030g7 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses the Intel Iris Plus Graphics integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 64.5% of processors and equal to that in 0.7% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

64
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has 64 GPU execution units, which is more than 87.4% of processors and equal to 3.5% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), VP8 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode)
Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), VP8 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 80.9% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

9 W
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a TDP of 9 W which is lower than that of 95.2% of processors and equal to that of 1.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

9 W
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a base power of 9 W which is lower than that of 95% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

12 W
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a boost power of 12 W which is lower than that of 94.9% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 9-7900 W
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Intel Core i5 1030g7 vs the average processor

  • 80% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (9 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (9 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.9 W vs 45 W
  • 81.3% lower boost power
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (12 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
    When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <50 W

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (12 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.12 W vs 64 W
  • 30.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (123 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (123 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².123 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 80% lower TDP
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (9 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (9 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.9 W vs 45 W
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
    What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: DDR5

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Ice Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Ice Lake vs Kaby Lake).Ice Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
    When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm).Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • 27.3% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (58.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    What it is: The maximum theoretical memory bandwidth the processor can support.
    When it matters: When memory-heavy workloads matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >75 GB/s

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (58.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.58.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • 30.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (123 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Ice Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 27.3% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (58.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 27.3% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (3,733 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 2.67x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has more GPU execution units than the average processor (64 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 80% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (9 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 81.3% lower boost power
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (12 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 80% lower TDP
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (9 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,377 vs FP2).
  • 18.6% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 46.8% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,601 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower bus speed than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
  • 20 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (8 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (2 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 25% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4, x2/x2, x2/x1/x1, x1/x1/x1/x1 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • 18.6% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 46.8% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,601 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,601 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.5,601 vs 10,532.5
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
    What it is: The maximum data transfer rate supported by the processor's platform bus, usually shown in GT/s.
    When it matters: When you are comparing older platform bandwidth limits rather than just raw CPU core performance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GT/s

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower bus speed than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
    What it is: The base platform clock used by older processor designs to derive other operating speeds.
    When it matters: When you are comparing older CPU platforms where bus design still affects how clocks and compatibility are set up.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GT/s

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has a lower bus speed than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,377 vs FP2).
    What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

    Importance: HIGH

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,377 vs FP2).FCBGA1377 vs FP2
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=128 GB

    Intel Core i5 1030g7 has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.32 GB vs 64 GB
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What customers like about Intel Core i5 1030g7?

  • High power efficiency with a low TDP of 9W, making it ideal for thin and light ultrabooks
  • Capable of handling everyday productivity tasks such as web browsing, document editing, and video conferencing without lag
  • Features integrated Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7, which offers decent performance for light gaming and video editing on the go
  • Supports fast LPDDR4-3733 memory and modern connectivity like WiFi 6 and Thunderbolt
  • Provides solid short-burst performance for responsive multitasking

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 1030g7?

  • Sustained performance is heavily limited by thermal constraints and power limits in passively cooled or very slim devices
  • Struggles significantly with demanding workloads such as heavy creative software or modern 3D rendering
  • Poor gaming performance for triple-A titles, often falling below playable frame rates at higher resolutions
  • Noticeable performance drop during long workloads compared to higher wattage 'U-series' processors
  • Some users report high CPU usage even during relatively simple tasks like opening multiple browser tabs

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expertreviews.co.uk
08/11/2021
HP EliteBook x360 1030 G7 review: Not quite the business

The HP EliteBook x360 1030 G7 is a premium 13.3-inch 2-in-1, featuring a sturdy aluminum chassis and a 360-degree hinge. Key pros include exceptional all-day battery life, a high-quality keyboard, and advanced enterprise security features like the Sure View screen and proximity sensor. However, notable cons include limited viewing angles when Sure View is active, a lackluster 720p...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
05/11/2020
Apple MacBook Air 2020 Review (i5-1030NG7, Iris Plus G7)

The Notebookcheck review of the 2020 Intel MacBook Air highlights the transition to the reliable Magic Keyboard and faster 10th-gen Intel Core i5 processors. While offering improved storage and a high-quality Retina display, the design is significantly compromised by thermal management issues, as the fan is not directly connected to the CPU heatsink, leading to performance...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/07/2026
Intel Core i5-1030NG7 at 1.10 GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-1030NG7 is a 10th Gen Ice Lake-Y quad-core processor designed for ultra-thin laptops like the 2020 MacBook Air, utilizing a low 10W TDP to prioritize battery efficiency. Featuring a 1.10 GHz base clock and integrated Intel Iris Plus Graphics (G7), it delivers solid performance for light tasks and improved graphical output, though it lags behind standard 15W...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
16/04/2020
Intel Ice Lake i5-1030G7 Laptop Processor: Review, Specs, and Highlights

The Intel Core i5-1030NG7 is a 10nm Ice Lake-Y quad-core SoC tailored for ultra-thin laptops, featuring Sunnycove architecture with a 1.1 GHz base clock, 3.8 GHz boost, and an 18% IPC improvement over predecessors. Key strengths include the integrated Iris Plus G7 graphics with 64 EUs, supporting Thunderbolt and Wi-Fi 6 within a tight 10W TDP. While excellent for burst tasks, the...Read more

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