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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£230
  • Avg. price in US: ~$280
  • PassMark benchmark result: 3287
  • N. of physical cores: 5
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.0 GHz

Intel Core i5 L16g7 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.0

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%

5.0

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.0

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%

4.3

Performance

18.0%

6.4

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.7

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.2

Platform

1.0%

8.0

Integrated Graphics

Good
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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

  • 1.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.5

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    2.2

    N. of physical cores

  • 5.1
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.2

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.9

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-L16G7 is a unique 5-core, 5-thread processor from the 'Lakefield' family designed for ultra-thin laptops and foldables, featuring a 1.4 GHz base and up to 3.0 GHz turbo frequency with a low 7W TDP. Its hybrid architecture combines one high-performance Sunny Cove core with four power-efficient Tremont cores using Foveros 3D packaging, offering integrated UHD Graphics with 64 execution units and support for fast LPDDR4X-4267 memory. Main pros include exceptional power efficiency for extended battery life and a compact footprint that enables innovative, slim device designs. However, it suffers from limited multi-core performance only suitable for basic daily tasks, lacks Hyper-Threading, and has faced documented OS scheduling issues that can hinder real-world responsiveness.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 L16g7

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

5.0
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a technical score of 5.04 points, which is lower than that of 53.9% 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 L16g7 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%

5.0

Overall score

40.0%

9.3

Price

6.3
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.3 points, which is lower than 51% 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 L16g7 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

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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 L16g7 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+

5
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has 5 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.2% of processors and equal to 0.5% 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+

5
Intel Core i5 L16g7 offers 5 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67% of processors and equal to 0.2% 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

1
Intel Core i5 L16g7 offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% 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

3.0 GHz
Intel Core i5 L16g7 reaches a boost clock of 3.0 GHz which is lower than that of 92.9% of processors and equal to that of 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

1 x 1.4 GHz & 4 x 1.4 GHz
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a base clock of 1x1.4 GHz & 4x1.4 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 L16g7 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 L16g7 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

4 MB
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has an L3 cache of 4 MB which is smaller than that of 70.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.6% 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 L16g7 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

336 KB
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has an L1 cache of 336 KB which is smaller than that of 55.1% 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

LPDDR4X
Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports DDR LPDDR4X, which is older than that of 73.8% of processors and equal to that of 0.2% 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 L16g7 supports memory speeds up to 4267 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 L16g7 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

8 GB
Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports up to 8 GB of memory, which is less than 98.2% of processors and equal to 1.7% 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 L16g7 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 UHD Graphics 64EU
Intel Core i5 L16g7 uses the Intel UHD Graphics 64EU integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 60.5% 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 L16g7 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

200 MHz
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has an integrated GPU clock of 200 MHz which is lower than that of 96.4% of processors and equal to that of 3.3% 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), JPEG (HW decode/encode)
Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 72.1% of processors and equal to 2.9% 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

7 W
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a TDP of 7 W which is lower than that of 96.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% 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

7 W
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a base power of 7 W which is lower than that of 96.3% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% 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

9.5 W
Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a boost power of 9.5 W which is lower than that of 96.5% 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

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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 L16g7 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 L16g7 vs the average processor

  • 84.4% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (7 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 L16g7 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (7 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.7 W vs 45 W
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Combines high-performance cores with lower-power efficiency cores instead of relying on just one core type.
    When it matters: When you want strong burst performance in demanding tasks without wasting as much power during lighter background work.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 L16g7 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • 85.2% lower boost power
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (9.5 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 L16g7 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (9.5 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.9.5 W vs 64 W
  • 53.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (82 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 L16g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (82 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².82 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 84.4% lower TDP
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (7 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 L16g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (7 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.7 W vs 45 W
  • 45.5% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 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 L16g7 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.4267 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports HMP, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Uses heterogeneous multi-processing to coordinate different core types together.
    When it matters: When hybrid-core scheduling behavior matters for efficiency, workload balancing, or lower-level software behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 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 L16g7 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm).Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • 53.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (82 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 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 L16g7 has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 45.5% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 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.
  • 2.67x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has more GPU execution units than the average processor (64 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 84.4% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (7 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 85.2% lower boost power
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (9.5 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 84.4% lower TDP
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (7 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Platform
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 30.2% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 60% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (588 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 36.9% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,566 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 68.8% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,287 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 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 L16g7 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.
  • 3 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (5 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 1 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (5 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 14 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (14 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 53.3% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (0.8 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 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.
  • 10 fewer PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (6 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 25.8% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (34 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 87.5% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (8 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x2/x1/x1 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
  • 1 fewer memory channels
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has fewer memory channels than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor supports 2 memory channels.
  • 42.9% lower GPU clock speed
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (200 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 30.2% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3 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 L16g7 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 60% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (588 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (588 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.588 vs 1,471
  • 36.9% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,566 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 L16g7 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,566 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,566 vs 2,483
  • 68.8% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,287 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 L16g7 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,287 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,287 vs 10,532.5
  • 53.3% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (0.8 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 L16g7 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (0.8 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.0.8 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 L16g7 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    What it is: Lets each physical core run more than one thread at the same time, such as with Hyper-Threading or SMT.
    When it matters: When multitasking, rendering, compiling, virtualization, or other thread-heavy work benefits from more total processing threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Intel Core i5 L16g7 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 10 fewer PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i5 L16g7 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (6 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 L16g7 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (6 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.6 vs 16
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What customers like about Intel Core i5 L16g7?

  • Extremely low power consumption (7W TDP) ideal for ultra-thin, fanless designs
  • Seamless compatibility with the full Windows x86 ecosystem compared to ARM-based rivals
  • Gen11 integrated graphics offer decent performance for its power class
  • Foveros 3D stacking technology allows for a tiny physical footprint in mobile devices
  • Silent operation in laptops like the Galaxy Book S due to low heat output

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 L16g7?

  • Weak multi-core performance compared to contemporary mobile processors
  • Lack of Hyper-Threading (5 cores, 5 threads) limits multitasking capabilities
  • Scheduling issues where tasks 'bounce' between big and small cores, causing lag
  • Significantly slower single-core speeds than older 'Amber Lake' Y-series chips
  • Experimental hybrid architecture resulted in inconsistent real-world responsiveness
  • Not suitable for gaming or demanding professional workloads like video editing

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The Guardian's review of the Intel-based Samsung Galaxy Book S highlights its exceptional portability and silent, fanless design as a specialized "road-warrior" laptop, weighing just 950g with a 600-nit "outdoor mode" screen. Key pros include a robust 10+ hour battery life for light tasks and improved app compatibility over its ARM predecessor, while performance-related cons include...Read more

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04/01/2021
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Neville Hobson characterizes the Intel-based Samsung Galaxy Book S as a "laptop winner," highlighting its ultra-portable, 6mm thin, fanless design, and high-quality construction. The device is praised for its bright 13.3-inch touchscreen, reliable 12-14 hour battery life, and efficient performance for daily productivity, comfortably running full 64-bit Windows 10 applications. Key...Read more

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08/07/2020
Samsung Galaxy Book S (Intel) review

The T3 review of the Samsung Galaxy Book S (Intel) highlights an ultra-portable 950g laptop featuring a 13.3-inch touchscreen, all-metal chassis, and a fanless design, offering excellent build quality and a 10-11 hour battery life. Powered by Intel’s Lakefield processor, the device is optimized for daily tasks and includes an "Outdoor Mode" to boost screen brightness. However, its...Read more

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30/11/2020
Samsung Galaxy Book S (Intel) review: Slimline supreme

The Samsung Galaxy Book S (Intel) is lauded as an ultra-portable "slimline supreme" featuring an incredibly lightweight 950g design and full Windows 10 app compatibility. Key pros include this versatility in running complex software and a balanced price point, though it sacrifices the 4G/LTE connectivity found in the Qualcomm version. While offering a bright screen and decent...Read more

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hothardware.com
03/09/2020
Samsung Galaxy Book S Shoot-Out: Intel Lakefield Vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx

HotHardware compares the ARM-based Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx and x86-based Intel Core i5-L16G7 versions of the Samsung Galaxy Book S, both sharing a 11.8mm thin, under-1kg chassis. The Snapdragon 8cx model excels in mobility, offering over 20-hour battery life and 4G LTE, alongside superior multi-threaded performance, though it faces app compatibility limitations. Conversely, the...Read more

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21/07/2020
Samsung Galaxy Book S Review: The First Intel Lakefield Laptop

The Samsung Galaxy Book S (Intel Lakefield) is a 2.1-pound, 0.5-inch thick ultraportable featuring a premium anodized aluminum chassis, designed for maximum portability over raw power. It utilizes the Intel Core i5-L16G7 "Lakefield" hybrid processor, offering full 64-bit Windows app compatibility, but performance is restricted to basic tasks and the system is heavily loaded with...Read more

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theguardian.com
01/03/2021
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold review: a glimpse at the future of folding PCs

The Guardian's 2021 review characterizes the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold as a premium, versatile "couture" device that successfully moves foldable PCs beyond the "proof of concept" stage with its sturdy design, luxurious leather folio, and innovative 13.3-inch foldable OLED screen. However, it is hindered by a prohibitive price, underwhelming 5.5- to 6.5-hour battery life, and a...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
08/12/2020
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold - Review 2020 - PCMag UK

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold is a revolutionary, premium-built, 13.3-inch foldable OLED tablet that versatilely transitions between tablet, book, and laptop modes, featuring a sturdy, leather-covered chassis. However, the device is held back by underwhelming performance from its low-power processor, limited RAM, and subpar software optimization that results in a clunky, non-native...Read more

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nbreview.de
29/07/2021
ThinkPad X1 Fold (Core i5) Review

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold is described as a pioneering but flawed foldable PC, featuring a stunning 13.3-inch OLED display (98% DCI-P3) and premium build quality. Its versatility allows for tablet, book, and laptop modes, though it faces severe performance bottlenecks with the Intel Core i5-L16G7 processor, which is often described as sluggish. Significant drawbacks include poor...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
29/07/2020
Lakefield Review: Five-core Core i5-L16G7 put to the test

The Hardwareluxx review of the Intel Core i5-L16G7 "Lakefield" processor showcases a hybrid chip using Foveros 3D stacking to combine one Sunny Cove and four Tremont cores in a compact 12x12mm package. While featuring integrated Gen11 graphics and on-package LPDDR4X memory for ultra-thin devices, the 7W chip faces significant scheduling issues, resulting in inconsistent performance....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
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Intel Core i5-L16G7 - benchmark tests

The Intel Core i5-L16G7, analyzed in the Samsung Galaxy Book S, is a "Lakefield" hybrid processor designed for extreme portability in fanless, ultra-thin devices. It features a unique 5-core architecture—one powerful "Sunny Cove" core and four efficient "Tremont" Atom cores—enabling a very thin chassis but delivering mediocre overall performance and poor gaming capabilities. Pros...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
19/07/2026
Samsung Galaxy Book S Intel Review: First laptop with Intel Core i5-L16G7

The Samsung Galaxy Book S (Intel) is a highly portable 940-gram, fanless laptop featuring an ultra-thin design and a 13.3-inch display with an "outdoor mode" boosting brightness to 655 nits. The Intel Core i5-L16G7 Lakefield processor offers native 64-bit application support unlike the ARM version, but it sacrifices endurance for power, delivering 10–12 hours of battery...Read more

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