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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£270
  • Avg. price in US: ~$310
  • PassMark benchmark result: 9373
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.2 GHz

Intel Core i5 1135g7 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.9

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%

4.9

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.9

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%

3.9

Performance

18.0%

6.6

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.1

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.9

Platform

1.0%

8.6

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 5.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.4

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.6
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.9

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-1135G7 is an 11th Gen Tiger Lake-U quad-core processor featuring 8 threads, an 8MB Smart Cache, and a configurable TDP of 12W to 28W. It operates at a base frequency of 2.40 GHz with a max turbo boost of up to 4.20 GHz, and is built on a 10nm SuperFin process for improved energy efficiency. A key advantage is its integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80 execution units) which offers decent performance for light gaming and 4K video playback, alongside support for modern standards like PCIe 4.0 and Thunderbolt 4. However, it is limited by having only 4 cores, making it less competitive for heavy multi-threaded workloads compared to newer generations or high-core-count rivals, and it lacks an unlocked multiplier for overclocking.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 1135g7

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%

?

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

4.9
Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a technical score of 4.86 points, which is lower than that of 56.9% 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 1135g7 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%

4.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.1

Price

6.1
Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.1 points, which is lower than 61% 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 1135g7 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

FCBGA1449
Intel Core i5 1135g7 uses the FCBGA1449 CPU socket, which is older than that of 80.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.1% 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 1135g7 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 1135g7 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 1135g7 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 1135g7 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

4.2 GHz
Intel Core i5 1135g7 reaches a boost clock of 4.2 GHz which is lower than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% 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 0.9 GHz
Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a base clock of 4x0.9 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 1135g7 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 SuperFin
Intel Core i5 1135g7 is built on the Intel 10 nm SuperFin foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 54% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% 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

8 MB
Intel Core i5 1135g7 has an L3 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.8% 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

5 MB
Intel Core i5 1135g7 has an L2 cache of 5 MB which is larger than that of 64.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.4% 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 1135g7 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
Intel Core i5 1135g7 supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 26.3% of processors and equal to that of 31.7% 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

4,267 MHz
Intel Core i5 1135g7 supports memory speeds up to 4,267 MHz, which is higher than that of 63.7% of processors and equal to 2.6% 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

LPDDR4X-4267 MHz
Intel Core i5 1135g7 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4X-4267 MHz, which is higher than that of 63.3% of processors and equal to 2.4% 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 1135g7 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 1135g7 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Intel Iris Xe Graphics 80EU
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 Xe Graphics 80EU
Intel Core i5 1135g7 uses the Intel Iris Xe Graphics 80EU integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 78.5% of processors and equal to that in 2.5% 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

80
Intel Core i5 1135g7 has 80 GPU execution units, which is more than 91.7% of processors and equal to 3.3% 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 1135g7 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), AV1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i5 1135g7 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 85% of processors and equal to 5.6% 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

28 W
Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a TDP of 28 W which is lower than that of 67.2% of processors and equal to that of 7.2% 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

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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

52 W
Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a boost power of 52 W which is lower than that of 66.3% of processors and equal to that of 1% 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 1135g7 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 1135g7 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 1135g7 vs the average processor

  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    Intel Core i5 1135g7 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger 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 1135g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 2x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    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

    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 19.1% smaller die size
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (144 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 1135g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (144 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².144 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 45.5% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,267 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    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

    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,267 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.4,267 MHz vs 2,933 MHz
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm SuperFin 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 1135g7 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm SuperFin vs Intel 14 nm).Intel 10 nm SuperFin vs Intel 14 nm
  • 37.8% lower TDP
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (28 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 1135g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (28 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.28 W vs 45 W
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 1 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher front-end width than the average processor (5 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 19.1% smaller die size
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (144 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm SuperFin vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 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 PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 45.5% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,267 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 3.33x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has more GPU execution units than the average processor (80 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Better integrated GPU
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Intel Iris Xe Graphics 80EU vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 37.8% lower TDP
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (28 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 18.8% lower boost power
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (52 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1449 vs FP2).
  • 84.3% slower Blender rendering
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (52 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 32.9% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,868 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 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 1135g7 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.
  • 19 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (9 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 2.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 12 fewer PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (4 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 84.3% slower Blender rendering
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (52 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the BMW27 scene, used to show how quickly the processor can finish a heavy 3D rendering task.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >290

    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (52 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.52 vs 331.88
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 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 1135g7 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 12 fewer PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (4 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (4 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.4 vs 16
  • 32.9% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,868 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,868 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,868 vs 2,783
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 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 1135g7 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 1135g7 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 1135g7 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 1135g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1449 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 1135g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1449 vs FP2).FCBGA1449 vs FP2
  • 19 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (9 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    What it is: The ratio used to derive CPU frequency from the base clock.
    When it matters: When you tune or compare overclocking behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >33

    Intel Core i5 1135g7 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (9 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.9 vs 28
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What customers like about Intel Core i5 1135g7?

  • Excellent value for money in mid-range laptops
  • Snappy performance for daily multitasking and office work
  • Strong integrated Iris Xe graphics for casual gaming and video editing
  • Power efficient, contributing to longer laptop battery life
  • Stays relatively cool during standard productivity tasks
  • Supports high-speed RAM (up to LPDDR4x-4266) which boosts iGPU performance

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 1135g7?

  • Quad-core design can struggle with heavy professional workloads compared to newer 12th/13th gen or Ryzen chips
  • Noticeable performance throttling in laptops with poor cooling solutions
  • Integrated graphics performance is heavily dependent on having fast, dual-channel RAM
  • Struggles with modern AAA games at resolutions higher than 720p/low settings
  • Graphics drivers can occasionally be unstable compared to dedicated GPU alternatives

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
29/03/2026
Intel Core i5-1135G7 - CPU UserBenchmarks

The Intel Core i5-1135G7 is a mid-range, quad-core mobile processor with an average 68.3% user benchmark score, suitable for daily productivity and light gaming. Key pros include robust single-core performance exceeding older i7 models, integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics capable of light 1080p gaming, and support for modern PCIe 4.0 and Thunderbolt 4 standards. Conversely, the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
12/09/2020
[Comparison] Intel Core i5-1135G7 vs Core i5-1035G7 - LaptopMedia

The Intel Core i5-1135G7 (Tiger Lake) provides a roughly 13% CPU performance increase over the Core i5-1035G7 (Ice Lake) in tests like Cinebench R15, driven by higher base (2.40 GHz) and boost (4.20 GHz) frequencies. While this offers improved productivity, the performance gain is considered evolutionary rather than revolutionary, making it a modest upgrade for current Ice Lake...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
07/01/2021
The Core i5-1135G7 is about 20% better across all of our tests

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i5-1135G7 (Tiger Lake) offers a roughly 20% overall performance advantage over the Core i5-1035G4 (Ice Lake), driven by a 17% increase in 3D rendering speeds and significantly higher base frequencies. The newer processor, featuring 12MB of cache, demonstrates substantial improvements in computational benchmarks and Photoshop tests over the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
07/01/2021
The Core i5-1135G7 is about 20% better across all of our tests

The Intel Core i5-1135G7 (Tiger Lake) outperforms the i5-1035G4 (Ice Lake) by approximately 20% in benchmarks, driven by higher clock speeds (up to 4.00 GHz) and a doubled 12MB L3 cache. Performance gains are significant across CPU-intensive tasks and graphics, with the Iris Xe Graphics G7 providing up to 45% better performance in Unigine Superposition, though the older chip...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
14/06/2022
[Comparison] Intel Core i3-1215U vs Core i5-1135G7

LaptopMedia compares the Intel Core i3-1215U (Alder Lake) and Core i5-1135G7 (Tiger Lake), finding that the older i5-1135G7 remains a superior choice for sustained performance due to higher base clocks and better thermal management, despite the newer i3-1215U's higher core count. While the i3-1215U boasts up to 20% faster single-core performance and support for faster DDR5-4800...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
30/12/2020
[Comparison] Intel Core i5-1135G7 vs Intel Core i7-1165G7

LaptopMedia's comparison finds the Intel Core i7-1165G7 superior to the Core i5-1135G7, boasting higher clock speeds (2.80–4.40 GHz vs. 2.40–4.00 GHz) and superior 96 EU Iris Xe graphics. The i7 demonstrates a 31% faster 3D rendering performance and is over 100% faster in synthetic GPU benchmarks, marking a significant performance gap. While the i7 serves as a premium choice for...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
24/01/2021
[Comparison] Intel Core i5-1135G7 vs Intel Core i7-1065G7

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i5-1135G7 (Tiger Lake) narrowly outperforms the older i7-1065G7 (Ice Lake), offering a 1.4% better 3D rendering performance and a 0.4-second faster Photoshop completion time. The 11th Gen i5 leverages a more efficient 10nm process to deliver superior performance per clock, proving that newer architectures can surpass older, higher-tier...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/04/2021
All our articles tagged with Core i5-1135G7

The Intel Core i5-1135G7, a 10nm SuperFin, 4-core/8-thread Tiger Lake processor, delivers a significant 17% performance boost in 3D rendering and faster application speeds compared to its i5-1035G4 predecessor. It offers a snappy experience for daily tasks, although it faces stiff competition from AMD Ryzen 5 counterparts in multi-threaded workloads. A major pro is the integrated...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
24/05/2021
Intel NUC 11 Pro with Core i5-1135G7 Review

The Hardwareluxx review of the Intel NUC 11 Pro (Tiger Canyon) with a Core i5-1135G7 highlights a balanced, compact system designed for professional and office environments. Utilizing 11th Gen architecture, it delivers impressive productivity, 4K streaming, and strong integrated Iris Xe graphics performance in a 4x4-inch form factor. Key advantages include extensive connectivity...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
30/12/2020
Intel Core i5-1135G7 vs Intel Core i7-1165G7: Performance Comparison

According to a LaptopMedia comparison, the Intel Core i7-1165G7 outperforms the i5-1135G7 in CPU-intensive tasks, delivering a 31% lead in 3D rendering and higher clock speeds. While the i7 offers superior raw performance (pro), it comes at a higher price, whereas the i5 provides better value for general productivity despite trailing in professional creative tasks (con). In...Read more

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tomsguide.fr
08/02/2022
Intel vs. AMD: One will be better for your laptop

Intel's Core Ultra 200 series (Lunar Lake) emphasizes a balance of power and efficiency for AI-focused laptops, offering strong single-threaded performance for responsive, everyday Windows applications. However, a notable disadvantage is that these chips can fall behind in raw multi-threaded workloads and generally offer lower-performing integrated graphics (iGPU) compared to AMD....Read more

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hardwarecooking.fr
03/03/2022
Intel NUC 11 Pro NUC11TNKi5 Review: Small but Mighty?

The HardwareCooking review of the Intel NUC 11 Pro (NUC11TNKi5) highlights a compact, matte-black "Slim" chassis ideal for professional, space-constrained environments. It features an Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor with Iris Xe graphics, providing "peppy" performance for office tasks, digital signage, and productivity work. Key advantages include exceptional connectivity with dual...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
07/02/2022
AMD vs Intel: 2 identical laptops compared, which CPU to choose?

Tom's Hardware FR compared two Acer Swift 3 laptops featuring the Intel Core i5-1135G7 and AMD Ryzen 5 5500U, finding that Intel's 10nm quad-core chip excels in single-core tasks and Iris Xe graphics, while AMD's 7nm six-core Lucienne processor, based on Zen 2, delivers superior multi-threaded efficiency at lower power. Intel's pros include better GPU-accelerated performance and...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
Gennaio 11, 2021
All our articles tagged core i5-1135g7 | LaptopMedia

The Intel Core i5-1135G7 is a highly popular 10nm Tiger Lake processor featuring 4 cores and 8 threads, offering reliable, efficient performance for everyday tasks that often surpasses older 10th Gen chips in both computing and integrated graphics. Key strengths include superior Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU) performance—approximately 20% faster than predecessors—and excellent...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
14/09/2020
Intel Core i5-1135G7 - Specs, Benchmarks, and Laptops

The Intel Core i5-1135G7 is a 10nm Tiger Lake-UP3 mid-range processor featuring four cores, eight threads, and Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7, offering a 20% performance boost over its predecessor. It excels in single-core tasks like Photoshop and enables entry-level gaming, making it ideal for thin-and-light laptops. However, performance is heavily dependent on fast dual-channel RAM,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21/05/2026
All our articles tagged Intel Core i5-1135G7

The Intel Core i5-1135G7 is a highly successful 4-core/8-thread Tiger Lake processor offering a 20% overall performance boost over its predecessor, specializing in snappier single-core tasks. Its integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU) delivers a significant 45% advantage in benchmarks over older models, enabling entry-level gaming and improved creative productivity. While...Read more

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tweakers.net
29/06/2026
Mini PCs with Core i5-1135G7 - Is the original Intel NUC still the best?

This Tweakers review compares four Intel Core i5-1135G7-powered mini-PCs, finding that while competitors like Minisforum and ASRock offer value, the official Intel NUC 11 retains the benchmark for ultra-compact, high-connectivity design. The NUC 11 shines with its superior build quality, Thunderbolt 4 support, and efficient cooling, though it faces stiff competition on price from...Read more

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