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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£260
  • Avg. price in US: ~$310
  • PassMark benchmark result: 7615
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.7 GHz

Intel Core i5 1035g4 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.6

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%

4.6

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.6

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%

3.7

Performance

18.0%

5.5

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.3

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.0

Platform

1.0%

7.5

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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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

  • 3.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.3

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.7

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.8

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.1
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.0

    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 i5-1035G4 is a 10th-generation quad-core mobile processor from the Ice Lake family, built on a 10nm process with 8 threads and a 6MB Smart Cache. It features a base clock frequency of 1.10 GHz, boosting up to 3.70 GHz, and includes integrated Intel Iris Plus G4 graphics with 48 execution units. Its main advantages include high energy efficiency with a 15W TDP (configurable up to 25W), support for fast LPDDR4-3733 RAM, and built-in AI acceleration through Intel Deep Learning Boost. However, its low base clock speed can limit performance in heavy sustained workloads, and its integrated graphics are insufficient for modern AAA gaming at high settings.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 1035g4

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

4.6
Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a technical score of 4.64 points, which is lower than that of 62.5% 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 1035g4 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%

4.6

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

6.0
Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6 points, which is lower than 65.3% 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 1035g4 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

FCBGA1526
Intel Core i5 1035g4 uses the FCBGA1526 CPU socket, which is older than that of 78.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% 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

N/A
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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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

3.7 GHz
Intel Core i5 1035g4 reaches a boost clock of 3.7 GHz which is lower than that of 72.7% of processors and equal to that of 3.9% 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 1.1 GHz
Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a base clock of 4x1.1 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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

64 GB
Intel Core i5 1035g4 supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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

48
Intel Core i5 1035g4 has 48 GPU execution units, which is more than 82.5% of processors and equal to 4.7% 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 1035g4 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)
Intel Core i5 1035g4 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 65.8% of processors and equal to 2% 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

15 W
Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% 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

15 W
Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% 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

25 W
Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a boost power of 25 W which is lower than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 1035g4 vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 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 1035g4 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 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 1035g4 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.25 W vs 64 W
  • 30.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 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 1035g4 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
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 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 1035g4 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 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 1035g4 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Ice Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 27.3% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 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 1035g4 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.
  • 2x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has more GPU execution units than the average processor (48 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 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 1035g4 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,526 vs FP2).
  • 14% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 15.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (407 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 13.7% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,142 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 39.1% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,919 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 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 1035g4 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.
  • 27.7% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (7,615 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 8.2% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,351 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 17 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (11 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 14% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 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 1035g4 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 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 1035g4 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 15.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (407 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (407 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.407 vs 484
  • 13.7% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,142 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,142 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,142 vs 2,483
  • 39.1% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,919 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i5 1035g4 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,919 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.2,919 vs 4,793
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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 1035g4 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
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What customers like about Intel Core i5 1035g4?

  • Improved integrated graphics (Intel Iris Plus G4) compared to previous generations and the i5-1035G1 variant
  • Solid multi-threaded performance for everyday productivity and office tasks
  • Power-efficient 10nm Ice Lake architecture providing good battery life in many thin-and-light laptops
  • Support for faster memory speeds (up to LPDDR4-3733) which further boosts GPU performance
  • Built-in support for modern features like WiFi 6 and Thunderbolt 3

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 1035g4?

  • Relatively low base clock speed (1.1 GHz) can lead to performance bottlenecks in demanding workloads
  • Integrated graphics, while improved, are still not suitable for modern AAA gaming at high settings
  • Performance can vary significantly between laptop models due to different thermal designs and power limits
  • Prone to thermal throttling in very slim or poorly cooled chassis during extended heavy use
  • Now considered an older, mid-range chip that is significantly outperformed by newer 11th, 12th, and 13th Gen processors

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20/12/2019
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs AMD Ryzen 7 3700U – CPU and iGPU comparison

The Intel Core i5-1035G4 (10nm) competes closely with the higher-end AMD Ryzen 7 3700U (12nm) in CPU performance, despite the Ryzen’s higher clock speeds. Pros for the Intel chip include advanced 10nm architecture, faster RAM support (LPDDR4-3733), and better energy efficiency, while the Ryzen excels in raw processing tasks like Photoshop. Despite the Ryzen’s higher clock speeds...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
27/11/2019
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Core i5-1035G4 Review

The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 (Core i5-1035G4) is an iterative update featuring faster 10th Gen Intel "Ice Lake" processors, a much-needed USB-C port, and a high-resolution 12.3-inch PixelSense display with a productive 3:2 aspect ratio. The device maintains a premium, fanless design for silent operation, but continues to sell essential Type Cover and Pen accessories separately,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
09/12/2019
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs i3-1005G1 – the i5-1035G4 is a bargain for its money

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i5-1035G4 is a superior value "all-rounder" over the i3-1005G1, offering 47% higher benchmark scores for a minimal price difference. The i5 boasts a 4-core/8-thread configuration and faster Intel Iris Plus G4 graphics, which outperformed the i3's UHD G1 by 34% in gaming. Ultimately, the review deems the i5 a better long-term investment,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
06/12/2019
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs i5-1035G1 – Intel Iris Plus G4 is the boss here

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i5-1035G4 holds a slight edge over the i5-1035G1, offering roughly 100MHz higher frequencies, 8% better CPU performance, and improved efficiency, though both are limited to 4 cores/8 threads. The primary advantage of the G4 variant is its superior Iris Plus G4 graphics, which deliver up to 73% higher graphical performance compared to the UHD...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
07/11/2019
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs i7-8650U – the new i5-1035G4 rocks!

According to LaptopMedia, the 10th Gen Intel Core i5-1035G4 (Ice Lake) outclasses the older 8th Gen Core i7-8650U (Kaby Lake Refresh), with 10nm efficiency and an 8% increase in CPU benchmark performance. The i5-1035G4 delivers superior integrated graphics with Iris Plus G4, offering significantly higher frame rates in games like DOTA 2 compared to the UHD Graphics 620 on the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/12/2019
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs AMD Ryzen 7 3700U – CPU and iGPU comparison

The Intel Core i5-1035G4 (10nm) and AMD Ryzen 7 3700U (12nm) compete closely, with Intel offering better efficiency and faster memory support (LPDDR4-3733), while AMD boasts higher clock speeds (up to 4.00 GHz). While the Ryzen 7 3700U leads in Adobe Photoshop, the Intel i5-1035G4 surprises with superior integrated graphics performance, delivering a 27% higher frame rate in DOTA 2....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
13/01/2020
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs i5-9400H – the UHD 630 has fallen but the i5-9400H still has much to offer

LaptopMedia compares the high-performance Intel Core i5-9400H (Coffee Lake) and the efficient Core i5-1035G4 (Ice Lake), highlighting a trade-off between raw power and modern efficiency. The i5-9400H delivers superior CPU performance, roughly 25% faster in heavy tasks, and acts as a cheaper, "i7-like" option, though its high 45W TDP requires substantial cooling. Conversely, the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
05/12/2019
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs i5-8265U – Intel Iris Plus G4 wins the match

According to a LaptopMedia comparison, the 10nm Intel Core i5-1035G4 (Ice Lake) outperforms the 14nm i5-8265U (Whiskey Lake) despite lower clock speeds, due to advanced architecture and faster LPDDR4-3733 memory support. While both chips share a 4-core/8-thread, 6MB cache configuration, the newer i5-1035G4 offers better efficiency for thinner devices and a modest 6% CPU performance...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/10/2019
Our articles tagged with Intel Core i5-1035G4

The Intel Core i5-1035G4 is a 10th Gen "Ice Lake" 10nm processor favored for its efficient, balanced performance in thin-and-light laptops, according to LaptopMedia. Its standout feature is the integrated Intel Iris Plus Graphics G4, which provides substantial gains over standard UHD graphics, making it a capable "allrounder" for casual gaming. However, the processor is limited by...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
05/04/2020
Ice Lake - Intel Core i5-1035G4 Review", "Ice Lake - Intel Core i5-1035G4 Benchmark

The Intel Core i5-1035G4, based on the 10nm "Ice Lake" architecture, operates as a balanced mid-range processor with four cores, eight threads, and a 3.7 GHz boost clock. Key pros include native support for Thunderbolt 3, Wi-Fi 6, and improved AI acceleration (DL Boost), though the low 1.1 GHz base clock and 15W TDP often necessitate active cooling, limiting its use in fanless...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
18/06/2026
Detailed information on Intel Core i5-1035G4 - specifications and benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-1035G4 is a 10nm 10th Gen Ice Lake processor featuring 4 cores/8 threads and Iris Plus Graphics G4, designed for efficient, ultra-thin laptops. Pros include exceptional value, providing nearly 73% better GPU performance over the i5-1035G1 for a minimal price increase, alongside support for fast LPDDR4-3733 memory. Cons involve lower base clock speeds and...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
10/01/2020
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Review: A hybrid laptop that's as compelling as ever

According to Les Numériques, the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is a technically refined hybrid featuring a durable magnesium chassis and the long-awaited addition of a USB-C port, enhancing modern connectivity. Performance is boosted by 10th Gen Intel Core processors, with the Core i5 model offering completely silent, fanless operation and high-quality display performance. However, the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
06/12/2019
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs i5-1035G1 – Intel Iris Plus G4 is the clear winner here

The Intel Core i5-1035G4 and i5-1035G1 are 10th Gen Ice Lake processors sharing a 4-core/8-thread architecture, with the G4 holding a slight 100MHz clock speed advantage. Benchmarks indicate the i5-1035G4 provides an 8% faster CPU performance in tasks like 3D rendering compared to the i5-1035G1. A significant differentiator is the integrated graphics, where the i5-1035G4 features...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
29/03/2026
All our articles tagged Intel Core i5-1035G4 - LaptopMedia

The Intel Core i5-1035G4 is a 10nm "Ice Lake" processor featuring 4 cores/8 threads and a significant 73% boost in GPU performance over the i5-1035G1 via the Intel Iris Plus G4, making it a strong, efficient choice for thin-and-light notebooks. While offering similar raw CPU power to 14nm counterparts, it excels in graphics-heavy tasks, supporting LPDDR4-3733 RAM for better...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
07/01/2021
The Core i5-1135G7 is about 20% better than the i5-1035G4 in all our tests

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i5-1135G7 (Tiger Lake) provides a substantial performance leap over the 10th-gen i5-1035G4, featuring higher clock speeds (up to 4.20 GHz) and an increased 12MB L3 cache. The 11th-gen chip delivers roughly 20% better overall performance, with 17% higher scores in Cinebench 15 rendering and significantly faster Photoshop processing. A major...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
07/11/2019
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs i7-8650U – the new i5-1035G4 kills it

LaptopMedia's analysis indicates the 10th Gen Intel Core i5-1035G4 (10nm) outperforms the 8th Gen i7-8650U (14nm) by approximately 8% in CPU-heavy benchmarks, despite the i7's higher boost clock and larger cache. The i5-1035G4 features significantly superior Iris Plus Graphics G4 over the i7’s UHD Graphics 620, enabling higher frame rates in casual gaming and supporting faster...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
09/12/2019
Intel Core i5-1035G4 vs i3-1005G1 – Is the i5-1035G4 worth the money?

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i5-1035G4 is a superior value over the i3-1005G1, offering 47% better CPU performance in multitasking and 3D rendering for only a nominal price increase. The i5 boasts four cores and eight threads compared to the i3's dual-core setup, paired with more capable Iris Plus G4 graphics that are roughly 34% faster in GPU tasks. While the i3 offers...Read more

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