Intel Core i7 11370H Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£360
  • Avg. price in US: ~$430
  • PassMark benchmark result: 11542
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.8 GHz

Intel Core i7 11370H review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.1

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%

5.1

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.1

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%

4.1

Performance

18.0%

6.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.8

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.8

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.9

Platform

1.0%

8.3

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

  • 4.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.1

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    5.1

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

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Best prices in UK

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-11370H is a high-performance quad-core laptop processor based on the Tiger Lake H35 architecture, featuring 4 cores and 8 threads with a base clock of 3.3 GHz and a max turbo boost of 4.8 GHz. Built on a 10nm SuperFin process, it includes 12MB of L3 cache, PCIe 4.0 support, and integrated Iris Xe graphics with 96 execution units, operating within a configurable TDP of 28W to 35W. Its main advantages include exceptional single-core performance for snappy daily tasks and efficient power consumption that allows for thinner laptop designs. However, it faces significant drawbacks due to its low core count for an 'i7' H-series chip, leading to multi-threaded performance regressions in modern AAA gaming and heavy productivity workloads compared to its 6-core and 8-core competitors.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 11370H

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

5.1
Intel Core i7 11370H has a technical score of 5.14 points, which is lower than that of 51.5% of products in this category.
User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i7 11370H 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%

5.1

Overall score

40.0%

8.6

Price

6.2
Intel Core i7 11370H has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.2 points, which is lower than 56.1% 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 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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

QM580, HM570, WM590
Intel Core i7 11370H supports QM580, HM570, WM590 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 56.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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

4.8 GHz
Intel Core i7 11370H reaches a boost clock of 4.8 GHz which is higher than that of 71.2% 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 3.3 GHz
Intel Core i7 11370H has a base clock of 4x3.3 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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

12 MB
Intel Core i7 11370H has an L3 cache of 12 MB which is larger than that of 54.4% of processors and equal to that of 9% 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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/LPDDR4X
Intel Core i7 11370H supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR4X, which is newer than that of 63.4% of processors and equal to that of 3% 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU
Intel Core i7 11370H uses the Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 81.1% of processors and equal to that in 2.9% 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

96
Intel Core i7 11370H has 96 GPU execution units, which is more than 95.1% of processors and equal to 4% 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

400 MHz
Intel Core i7 11370H has an integrated GPU clock of 400 MHz which is higher than that of 73.3% of processors and equal to that of 8% 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

AV1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i7 11370H supports AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 63.1% of processors and equal to 10.8% 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

35 W
Intel Core i7 11370H has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.8% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% 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

35 W
Intel Core i7 11370H has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% 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

64 W
Intel Core i7 11370H has a boost power of 64 W which is lower than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 3% 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 i7 11370H 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 11370H supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 28-35 W
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Intel Core i7 11370H vs the average processor

  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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
  • 75% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 11370H has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (3 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 11370H has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (3 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.3 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 11.6% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 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 11370H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i7 11370H has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 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 i7 11370H has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.20 vs 16
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 21.9% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (590 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Core i7 11370H has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (590 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.590 vs 484
  • 16.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,899 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 i7 11370H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,899 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,899 vs 2,483
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 11370H includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 11.6% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 21.9% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (590 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 16.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,899 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 20.3% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,769 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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.
  • 75% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 11370H has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (3 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 11370H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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.
  • 17.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a lower die size than the average processor (146.1 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i7 11370H uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm SuperFin vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 50% larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i7 11370H has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 11370H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
  • 45.5% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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.
  • 4x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i7 11370H has more GPU execution units than the average processor (96 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Better integrated GPU
    Intel Core i7 11370H uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i7 11370H has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 11370H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,449 vs FP2).
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 11370H has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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.
  • 11.7% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,457 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i7 11370H supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i7 11370H supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i7 11370H supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    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

    Intel Core i7 11370H supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H 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 i7 11370H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,449 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 11370H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,449 vs FP2).FCBGA1449 vs FP2
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i7 11370H supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4 vs x16, x8/x8).
    What it is: The supported ways PCIe lanes can be split across multiple slots or devices.
    When it matters: When you plan multiple expansion cards or NVMe adapters.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i7 11370H supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4 vs x16, x8/x8).x4 vs x16, x8/x8
  • 44% more expensive
    Intel Core i7 11370H is more expensive than the average processor (£360 vs £250).
    Intel Core i7 11370H is more expensive than the average processor (£360 vs £250).£360 vs £250
  • 11.7% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 11370H has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,457 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 11370H has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,457 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.2,457 vs 2,783

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What customers like about Intel Core i7 11370H?

  • Strong single-core performance with boost speeds up to 4.8 GHz, excelling in lightly-threaded tasks like web browsing and office applications.
  • Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU) offers a significant performance leap over previous UHD generations, capable of handling casual 1080p gaming.
  • Good power efficiency for ultra-portable, thin-and-light laptop designs due to its 35W TDP.
  • Includes modern features such as PCIe 4.0 support, Wi-Fi 6, and Thunderbolt 4 integration.
  • Solid performance in specific productivity software like Adobe Photoshop that prioritizes high clock speeds.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 11370H?

  • Severely limited by its 4-core / 8-thread design, causing major bottlenecks when paired with powerful GPUs like the RTX 3070.
  • Weak multi-threaded performance compared to same-generation 6-core and 8-core competitors (e.g., Ryzen 7 5800H or i7-11800H).
  • Prone to high temperatures and thermal throttling, especially in slim laptop chassis.
  • Often considered 'misleading' by users because it carries an 'i7' branding despite performing more like a mid-range or entry-level chip in heavy workloads.
  • Poor performance in CPU-intensive tasks like video rendering, 3D modeling, and code compilation due to the low core count.

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laptopmedia.com
23/03/2022

LaptopMedia compares the 35W Intel Core i7-11370H (H35-series) and the 28W Intel Core i7-1195G7 (UP3-series), highlighting that while both are 4-core/8-thread Tiger Lake chips, TDP determines their specialized use cases. The i7-11370H holds an advantage in sustained performance, scoring 22.5% higher in 3D rendering due to higher base frequencies, making it ideal for "Creator"...Read more

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ultrabookreview.com
10/02/2023

An UltrabookReview analysis comparing the 8-core AMD Ryzen 7 5800H and 4-core Intel Core i7-11370H finds the AMD chip dominant in multi-threaded workloads, outperforming Intel by 50–80%. While Intel holds a minor 2–7% lead in single-core tasks, AMD proves more efficient, offering 2–3 hours better battery life during daily tasks despite a higher 45W TDP compared to Intel’s 35W. Pros...Read more

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techspot.com
03/05/2021

TechSpot identifies the Intel Core i7-11370H as an inadequate, 4-core, 8-thread processor for high-performance laptops, essentially branding it a 35W Tiger Lake U-series chip rather than a true H-series performer. While the chip excels in single-threaded tasks and light gaming via Intel Iris Xe graphics, it suffers from significant bottlenecks in multi-threaded workloads....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
25/01/2021

LaptopMedia designates the Intel Core i7-11370H as superior to the i7-10750H due to higher IPC and a massive 300%+ advantage in integrated graphics performance, despite having fewer cores. While the 11th Gen chip excels in 2D productivity and efficiency with 10nm architecture, the 10th Gen model wins in heavy-duty 3D rendering tasks by over 20%. The main pros for the i7-11370H are...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
27/01/2021

The LaptopMedia comparison between the Intel Core i7-11370H (35W) and i7-1165G7 (12-28W) highlights the former as a higher-clocked alternative designed for better performance in thin-and-light devices. While both feature four cores and Iris Xe Graphics, the i7-11370H operates at higher frequencies (up to 4.80GHz). A key pro for the i7-11370H is increased power allowance, while its...Read more

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
29/03/2026

The Intel Core i7-11370H is an 11th Gen "Tiger Lake-H35" mobile processor designed to balance ultra-portable design with high-performance demands, featuring 4 cores and 8 threads with a boost up to 4.8 GHz. It excels in single-threaded tasks and features efficient Intel Iris Xe Graphics, providing a responsive experience for productivity and casual gaming. However, its limited...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026

PassMark CPU benchmarks indicate the Intel Core i7-11370H (H35) outperforms the i7-1165G7 (UP3) by approximately 18% in multi-threaded tasks, despite both being 4-core, 8-thread processors. While the i7-11370H offers superior, sustained performance for demanding tasks due to higher clock speeds, its 35W TDP brings higher heat and power consumption compared to the efficiency-focused...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
15. Oktober 2021

The Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro 14 (2021) is a premium ultrabook featuring a high-quality, 1.46 kg CNC-machined aluminum chassis and a 14-inch 2.5K, 120Hz display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, offering excellent visual quality. Powered by an Intel Core i7-11370H and NVIDIA GeForce MX450, it provides strong, snappy performance for productivity, though it suffers from significant thermal...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
27. Januar 2021

This LaptopMedia comparison highlights the Intel Core i7-11370H (35W) and Core i7-1165G7 (15W–28W), both 4-core/8-thread processors. The i7-11370H proves superior in heavy tasks, boasting a 6% higher score in 3D rendering (Cinebench 15) and a faster base clock. The main advantage of the i7-11370H is higher, more sustained performance, but its con is increased power consumption and...Read more

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computerbase.de
26. Januar 2021

The Intel Core i7-11370H is a 10nm Tiger Lake-H35 quad-core processor designed for ultraportable laptops, offering high single-core boost speeds up to 4.8 GHz and integrated Iris Xe graphics. Key advantages include strong performance in light, single-threaded tasks alongside modern connectivity features like PCIe 4.0 and Thunderbolt 4. However, the chip's 4-core, 8-thread limitation...Read more

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galaxus.fr
18/03/2022

The Galaxus review highlights the Surface Laptop Studio as a powerful business notebook featuring a unique, movable 14.4-inch 120Hz touchscreen designed for versatile, creative use. While the display offers high performance and a 2400×1600 resolution, it is noted for being highly reflective. Equipped with an Intel Core i7-11370H and an Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti, the device offers strong...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
25/01/2021

LaptopMedia finds the Intel Core i7-11370H to be the superior processor due to its 10nm architecture, despite having fewer cores than the 10th Gen i7-10750H. While the i7-10750H boasts 28% higher performance in 3D rendering, the i7-11370H wins in productivity, finishing tasks faster, and offering significantly better integrated graphics performance (up to 350% higher in 3DMark Fire...Read more

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laptopspirit.fr
24/12/2020

The LaptopSpirit review compares the 6-core AMD Ryzen 5 5600H (Zen 3, 7nm) and the 4-core Intel Core i5-11370H (Tiger Lake-H, 10nm), highlighting AMD's dominance in multi-core tasks and Intel's lead in single-core performance. The Ryzen 5 5600H excels in productivity and content creation, outperforming the Intel chip by nearly 39% in multi-core tests, whereas the i5-11370H offers...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
10/03/2022

The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio (Core i7/RTX 3050 Ti) features a versatile "pull-forward" hinge, a 14.4-inch 120Hz display, and an exceptional haptic touchpad. While offering strong creative performance and build quality, it is limited by a quad-core CPU and lacks USB-A or SD card slots. The device is a premium, specialized tool for creative work rather than a high-powered...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
19/11/2021

The Huawei MateBook 14s (2021) is a high-performance 14.2-inch ultraportable featuring a 90Hz 2.5K touchscreen with a 3:2 aspect ratio, housed in a 1.43 kg aluminum chassis that finally moves the webcam above the screen. Powered by Intel 11th-gen H-series processors, it delivers strong performance with an efficient cooling system and, according to Les Numériques, lasts roughly 10 to...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
14/07/2021

The Acer Swift 3 SF316-51-70UU is a 16.1-inch, 2021 laptop designed for portable productivity, featuring an Intel Core i7-11370H processor and a 1080p IPS display with excellent color accuracy (98%–100% sRGB). Key advantages include exceptional battery life exceeding 15 hours and versatile connectivity via Thunderbolt 4, though the 317–357 nit brightness is limiting for outdoor use....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
08/02/2021

According to a LaptopMedia comparison, the 8-core Intel Core i7-10870H significantly outperforms the 4-core i7-11370H, delivering up to 59% faster 3D rendering and quicker Photoshop performance. While the i7-10870H boasts superior multi-core power, the i7-11370H offers advantages in efficiency with a 10nm process, lower 35W TDP, and support for PCIe 4.0/Thunderbolt 4. Ultimately,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
26/01/2021

LaptopMedia identifies the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H as the overall winner in this comparison, largely due to its 8-core/16-thread configuration offering superior performance in 3D rendering and heavy workloads over the 4-core/8-thread Intel Core i7-11370H. While the Ryzen chip boasted an 80% lead in Cinebench 15, the Intel Core i7-11370H remained competitive in 2D image editing, with only...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
25/01/2021

The Intel Core i7-11370H (10nm, 35W) is deemed the better overall chip compared to the i7-10750H (14nm, 45W), offering superior single-thread performance and features like PCIe 4.0 despite having only four cores against the older 6-core model. Key advantages of the i7-11370H include massive Iris Xe Graphics G7 gains (over 350% higher in 3DMark Fire Strike) and better 2D performance,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
28/06/2022

The LaptopMedia comparison highlights a generational leap, where the 12th Gen Alder Lake Core i7-1280P thoroughly outperforms the 11th Gen Tiger Lake i7-11370H. Featuring a hybrid architecture with 14 cores and 20 threads (6 E) and a 24MB L3 cache, the i7-1280P delivers approximately 102% higher multi-threaded benchmark scores and faster task execution compared to the 4-core,...Read more

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hardware.info
04/06/2022

The Asus Vivobook Pro 14X OLED is a versatile, 1.45 kg ultraportable featuring a high-performance RTX 3050/3050 Ti GPU, powerful H-series processors, and a brilliant 14-inch 2.8K 90Hz+ OLED display, making it an excellent choice for creators. Key advantages include its rigid aluminum build, the unique, productive Asus DialPad integrated into the touchpad, and robust thermal...Read more

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tweakers.net
24/05/2022

The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio, as reviewed by Tweakers, is an innovative, high-quality device featuring a unique, versatile design suitable for creative professionals. Its premium build, high-refresh-rate 120Hz display, and exceptionally quiet, effective cooling are major strengths. However, a notable drawback is the outdated quad-core Intel Tiger Lake processor, which limits...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
09/05/2021

The Intel Core i7-11370H is a 10nm Tiger Lake H35 processor featuring 4 cores and 8 threads, designed to balance ultra-portable design with high-performance gaming needs. It provides strong single-core performance, excelling in quick, bursty tasks, and includes the highly efficient Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU). However, the 4-core limit acts as a significant bottleneck in...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
30/06/2026

The Intel Core i7-11370H is a 35W, four-core Tiger Lake H35 processor designed for thin and light laptops, offering a base clock of 3.3 GHz and a boost up to 4.8 GHz with strong integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics. It serves as a replacement for the i7-10750H, delivering improved single-core performance that excels in light tasks like Photoshop, while also featuring significantly...Read more

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