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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£400
  • Avg. price in US: ~$420
  • PassMark benchmark result: 13993
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.0 GHz

Intel Core i7 10870H review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.8

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%

4.8

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.8

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%

4.4

Performance

18.0%

4.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.7

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.7

Platform

1.0%

6.9

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

  • 4.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.4

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    4.1

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.6

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.3

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-10870H is a high-end, 10th-generation 'Comet Lake-H' mobile processor featuring 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 5.00 GHz. Built on a 14nm process with a 45W TDP and 16MB of Smart Cache, it supports DDR4-2933 RAM and includes integrated UHD Graphics 630. Its main advantages include strong multi-core performance for 3D rendering and demanding creative tasks, as well as high single-core boost speeds that benefit gaming. However, it is known for high power consumption and significant heat generation under load, requiring robust cooling solutions to avoid thermal throttling, and it lacks support for newer standards like PCIe 4.0 or the AV1 video codec.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 10870H

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

4.8
Intel Core i7 10870H has a technical score of 4.81 points, which is lower than that of 58.1% 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 i7 10870H 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%

4.8

Overall score

40.0%

8.4

Price

5.9
Intel Core i7 10870H has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.9 points, which is lower than 69.8% 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 i7 10870H 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

FCBGA1440
Intel Core i7 10870H uses the FCBGA1440 CPU socket, which is older than that of 81.4% of processors and equal to that of 4.8% 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

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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 i7 10870H 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+

8
Intel Core i7 10870H has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 63.4% of processors and equal to 13.6% 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+

16
Intel Core i7 10870H offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 71.1% of processors and equal to 13.9% 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 i7 10870H 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

5.0 GHz
Intel Core i7 10870H reaches a boost clock of 5.0 GHz which is higher than that of 80.3% of processors and equal to that of 5.7% 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

8 x 2.2 GHz
Intel Core i7 10870H has a base clock of 8x2.2 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

14 nm
Intel Core i7 10870H uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% 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 14 nm
Intel Core i7 10870H is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% 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

16 MB
Intel Core i7 10870H has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.7% 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 i7 10870H 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

512 KB
Intel Core i7 10870H has an L1 cache of 512 KB which is larger than that of 63.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.5% 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 i7 10870H 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

2,933 MHz
Intel Core i7 10870H supports memory speeds up to 2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.3% of processors and equal to 5.1% 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

DDR4-2933 MHz
Intel Core i7 10870H supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.8% of processors and equal to 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

2,933 MHz
Intel Core i7 10870H supports XMP/EXPO memory speeds up to 2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 90% of processors and equal to 0.5% of processors.
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

128 GB
Intel Core i7 10870H supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 61.9% of processors and equal to 21.4% 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

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Intel Core i7 10870H 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 630
Intel Core i7 10870H uses the Intel UHD Graphics 630 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 44.3% of processors and equal to that in 8.3% 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

24
Intel Core i7 10870H has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.2% of processors and equal to 21.6% 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

350 MHz
Intel Core i7 10870H has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 43.5% of processors and equal to that of 29.6% 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 i7 10870H 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

45 W
Intel Core i7 10870H has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% 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

45 W
Intel Core i7 10870H has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% 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

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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 i7 10870H 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 i7 10870H supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 35 W
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Intel Core i7 10870H vs the average processor

  • 16.3% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 8 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 10870H has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 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+

    Intel Core i7 10870H has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 10870H has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=128 GB

    Intel Core i7 10870H has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 10870H has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 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 i7 10870H has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.8 vs 6
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
    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

    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.16 MB vs 8 MB
  • 24.2% better multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,457 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 i7 10870H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,457 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.3,457 vs 2,783
  • 28.5% higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (6,159 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 i7 10870H has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (6,159 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.6,159 vs 4,793
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 10870H 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.
    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 i7 10870H 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.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 16.3% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 10870H has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 10870H has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 24.2% better multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,457 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 28.5% higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (6,159 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 32.9% higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (13,993 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 10870H 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.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 10870H has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 2x more memory per DIMM
    Intel Core i7 10870H has more memory per DIMM than the average processor (64 GB vs 32 GB). The average processor supports 32 GB of memory per DIMM.

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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 10870H supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 10870H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,440 vs FP2).
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 10870H does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • 6 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (22 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 10870H uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 10870H has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 10870H 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.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 10870H uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet 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 i7 10870H uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    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

    Intel Core i7 10870H has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 10870H supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES 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 i7 10870H supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 10870H has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 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 i7 10870H has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.0.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 10870H does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
    What it is: Built-in hardware support for accelerating encryption and cryptographic tasks.
    When it matters: When encryption speed or secure workloads matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i7 10870H does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.AES vs AES, SHA
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 10870H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,440 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 i7 10870H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,440 vs FP2).FCBGA1440 vs FP2
  • 60% more expensive
    Intel Core i7 10870H is more expensive than the average processor (£400 vs £250).
    Intel Core i7 10870H is more expensive than the average processor (£400 vs £250).£400 vs £250
  • 8.2% worse value for money
    Intel Core i7 10870H has worse value for money than the average processor (5.89 vs 6.367).
    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.
    Intel Core i7 10870H has worse value for money than the average processor (5.89 vs 6.367).5.89 vs 6.37
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What customers like about Intel Core i7 10870H?

  • High core count (8 cores/16 threads) remains capable for modern multitasking and AAA gaming.
  • Competitive single-core performance that rivals some newer Zen 3 and Tiger Lake chips in specific gaming titles.
  • Significantly faster in 3D rendering and creative tasks compared to older 6-core models like the i7-10750H.
  • Solid 'future-proofing' for its era, with high turbo boost speeds up to 5.0GHz.
  • Integrated graphics support allows for basic tasks without needing a dedicated GPU active.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 10870H?

  • Known to run hot, often requiring undervolting or high-end cooling solutions to avoid thermal throttling.
  • Poor power efficiency due to the aging 14nm manufacturing process compared to newer 10nm or 7nm architectures.
  • Lower battery life in laptops because of high power consumption (up to 100W boost).
  • Advertised 5.0GHz boost is rarely achievable or sustainable in typical laptop thermal environments.
  • Obsolete in comparison to 12th Gen Intel and newer Ryzen chips which offer 40-50% performance gains.

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cpubenchmark.net
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Intel Core i7-10870H @ 2.20GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-10870H is an octa-core, 16-thread mobile processor from the 14nm Comet Lake-H family, designed for gaming laptops and high-performance workstations. It features a 2.20 GHz base frequency with a 5.00 GHz boost, offering strong performance for video editing and high-end gaming, alongside support for 128GB of DDR4 memory. Despite these strengths, the chip runs hot...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
04/02/2021
[Comparison] Intel Core i7-10870H vs Core i7-10875H – Both CPUs are pretty identical

LaptopMedia's comparison of the Intel Core i7-10870H and Core i7-10875H finds these 8-core, 16-thread Comet Lake-H processors perform similarly, with the i7-10875H holding a slight edge in clock speeds. Benchmarks show the i7-10875H is roughly 5% faster in 3D rendering (Cinebench 15), while the i7-10870H proved slightly quicker in Adobe Photoshop tests. Ultimately, performance...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
17/02/2021
[Comparison] Intel Core i7-10870H vs Core i7-1165G7 – The Core i7-10870H is clearly the more powerful processor

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i7-10870H dominates in heavy workloads due to its 8-core/16-thread configuration compared to the 4-core/8-thread structure of the i7-1165G7. The 10870H demonstrates a 71% higher score in 3D rendering and faster Photoshop performance, offering superior, raw "muscle" for demanding tasks, though with higher 45W power consumption. Conversely, the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
05/02/2021
[Comparison] Intel Core i7-10870H vs Core i7-10750H – the 10870H performs 37% better in 3D

According to a LaptopMedia comparison, the 8-core Intel Core i7-10870H outperforms the 6-core i7-10750H by 37% in 3D rendering (Cinebench 15) and 0.7 seconds in 2D Adobe Photoshop benchmarks, with a larger 16MB L3 cache. While the i7-10750H features a higher 2.6 GHz base clock, the i7-10870H’s 5.00 GHz boost clock provides superior real-world performance, establishing it as the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
17/02/2021
All our articles tagged with Core i7-10870H | LaptopMedia

The Intel Core i7-10870H is an 8-core, 16-thread 10th Gen Comet Lake-H processor designed for high-performance gaming and productivity. It bridges the performance gap between standard Core i7 chips and the higher-end Core i9-10980HK, offering strong multi-threaded capabilities. Benchmarks show it outperforming the 6-core i7-10750H by 37% in 3D rendering and significantly outpacing...Read more

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computerbase.de
26/01/2021
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 & 3070 Laptop GPU Review: Benchmarks

The ComputerBase review of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3000 laptop GPUs highlights a significant leap in mobile gaming performance using Ampere architecture, with the RTX 3080 and 3070 delivering substantial gains over previous generations in 1440p gaming. Key strengths include 2nd-gen Ray Tracing and 3rd-gen Tensor cores for improved DLSS performance, along with efficient power management...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
17/02/2021
Comparison: Intel Core i7-10870H vs. Core i7-1165G7

According to LaptopMedia, the 8-core Intel Core i7-10870H dominates in raw, multi-threaded performance, demonstrating a 71% faster 3D rendering speed compared to the 4-core i7-1165G7. While the i7-10870H offers superior power for demanding tasks, its cons include higher heat and power consumption due to a 35-45W TDP. Conversely, the 10nm i7-1165G7 excels in efficiency, offering...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
06/03/2021
XMG PRO 17 E21 Review: Fast Gaming Powerhouse in an Office Look

The XMG PRO 17 (E21) is a 17.3-inch gaming laptop featuring a slim, 20mm-thick metal chassis, Intel Core i7-10870H CPU, and RTX 30-series graphics. It offers excellent performance for both gaming and professional work, complemented by a fast 300 Hz display and a high-quality, understated design. Notable pros include comprehensive port selection (Thunderbolt 3), good idle battery...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
05/02/2021
Intel Core i7-10870H vs Core i7-10750H: the 10870H performs 37% better in 3D

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i7-10870H is the superior processor over the i7-10750H, delivering a 37% higher 3D rendering score in Cinebench 15 and 0.7 seconds faster 2D performance in Photoshop due to its 8-core/16-thread configuration. The i7-10870H’s main pros include better multi-tasking, a larger 16MB cache, and higher sustained performance, while the i7-10750H...Read more

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nextgentech.it
11/10/2021
HP OMEN 15 - Review

The HP Omen 15 (2020/2021) features a professional, minimalist redesign with a sturdy aluminum deck, abandoning the aggressive gamer aesthetic of previous models, according to NextGenTech. The laptop delivers strong 1080p gaming performance, driven by AMD Ryzen or Intel Core processors and effective Omen Tempest Cooling. Notable pros include a high-quality 144Hz IPS display,...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
12/02/2021
MSI GS66 Stealth 10UG Laptop Review: How fast is a 95W GeForce RTX 3070?

The MSI GS66 Stealth 10UG, featuring an Intel Core i7-10870H and a 95W NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, is a sleek, 2.1 kg gaming laptop that combines high-end performance with a 99.9 Wh battery, note Notebookcheck and other reviewers. The device maintains a professional, matte-black aesthetic while offering significant processing and gaming power in a thin chassis. However, the compact...Read more

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gameliner.nl
25/07/2021
MSI GS66 Stealth Laptop: A Noisy Powerhouse

The MSI GS66 Stealth is a "noisy powerhouse" delivering top-tier gaming and professional performance, featuring a professional all-black design with a 240Hz screen, Thunderbolt 3, and Ethernet. While offering impressive 1440p gaming and strong, well-rounded performance, the laptop is plagued by consistently loud fan noise, poor battery life, and significant heat management issues....Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
07/03/2021
Gigabyte Aero 15 OLED XC laptop review - 4K OLED and corresponding performance

The Gigabyte Aero 15 OLED XC is a high-performance, creative-focused laptop featuring a standout 15.6-inch 4K Samsung AMOLED display with 100% DCI-P3 coverage, paired with an Intel Core i7-10870H and RTX 3070. While offering exceptional color accuracy and superior performance for content creation, the panel is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, and the design features a poorly placed...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
02/06/2021
Asus ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED Laptop Review - Perfect for Content Creators

The Asus ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED (UX582) serves as a specialized "portable desktop" for content creators, featuring a 15.6-inch 4K OLED display and a 14-inch tilting ScreenPad Plus that enhances workflow. While the primary display offers 100% DCI-P3 coverage, the secondary panel uses IPS technology, creating, at times, a visual inconsistency between the two. Driven by an Intel Core...Read more

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