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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£330
  • Avg. price in US: ~$400
  • PassMark benchmark result: 19714
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.6 GHz

Intel Core i7 11800H review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.9

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

5.0

Performance

18.0%

7.5

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.8

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.7

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.8

Platform

1.0%

8.1

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

  • 5.3
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.4

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    5.5

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.4

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 4.1
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.9

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-11800H is a high-end mobile processor from the 11th Gen Tiger Lake-H45 series, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads built on a 10nm SuperFin process. It operates at a 2.3 GHz base frequency with a maximum turbo boost of 4.6 GHz and includes 24 MB of Intel Smart Cache, a 45W default TDP, and support for up to 128 GB of DDR4-3200 RAM. Main pros include significant multi-threaded performance gains over previous generations, integrated Thunderbolt 4 and PCIe 4.0 support (20 lanes), and strong gaming performance that often matches higher-tier competitors. However, main cons involve high power consumption under load—often requiring robust cooling to prevent thermal throttling—and lower energy efficiency compared to some rival architectures when operating at lower power limits.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 11800H

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

5.9
Intel Core i7 11800H has a technical score of 5.92 points, which is higher than that of 62.7% 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 11800H 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%

5.9

Overall score

40.0%

8.8

Price

6.8
Intel Core i7 11800H has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is higher than 65.9% 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 11800H 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

FCBGA1787
Intel Core i7 11800H uses the FCBGA1787 CPU socket, which is older than that of 69.4% 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 11800H 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 11800H 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 11800H 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 11800H 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 11800H 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

4.6 GHz
Intel Core i7 11800H reaches a boost clock of 4.6 GHz which is higher than that of 62.4% of processors and equal to that of 4.5% 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 2.3 GHz
Intel Core i7 11800H has a base clock of 8x2.3 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 11800H 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 11800H 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

24 MB
Intel Core i7 11800H has an L3 cache of 24 MB which is larger than that of 81.5% of processors and equal to that of 5.8% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

10 MB
Intel Core i7 11800H has an L2 cache of 10 MB which is larger than that of 80.5% of processors and equal to that of 1.9% 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

640 KB
Intel Core i7 11800H has an L1 cache of 640 KB which is larger than that of 74.6% of processors and equal to that of 2.5% 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 11800H 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

3,200 MHz
Intel Core i7 11800H supports memory speeds up to 3200 MHz, which is higher than that of 51.5% of processors and equal to 8.3% 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

DDR4-3200 MHz
Intel Core i7 11800H supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-3200 MHz, which is higher than that of 51.1% of processors and equal to 8.4% 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

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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 11800H 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 11800H 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 750
Intel Core i7 11800H uses the Intel UHD Graphics 750 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 55.7% of processors and equal to that in 1.2% 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

32
Intel Core i7 11800H has 32 GPU execution units, which is more than 70.8% of processors and equal to 9.9% 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 11800H 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

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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 11800H 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 11800H 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 11800H 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 11800H supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 45 W
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Intel Core i7 11800H vs the average processor

  • 4x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (10 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6 MB

    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (10 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.10 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 77.1% better multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,930 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 11800H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,930 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.4,930 vs 2,783
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 11800H 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 11800H 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
  • 8 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 11800H 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 11800H has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • 75% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 11800H 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 11800H 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
  • 3x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (24 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 11800H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.24 MB vs 8 MB
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i7 11800H 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 11800H supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i7 11800H supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
    When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i7 11800H supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 77.1% better multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,930 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 11800H has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 87.2% higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (19,714 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 62.6% higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (7,792 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 28.9% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,896 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 21.6% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,019 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 7% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 19.2% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (577 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 11800H has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 1 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher front-end width than the average processor (5 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 4x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (10 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 11800H 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 11800H 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.
  • 3x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 11800H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 66.7% larger L1 cache
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (640 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i7 11800H uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm SuperFin vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i7 11800H 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 11800H supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i7 11800H supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i7 11800H has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 11800H 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 11800H has more memory per DIMM than the average processor (64 GB vs 32 GB). The average processor supports 32 GB of memory per DIMM.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i7 11800H has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.

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Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 11800H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,787 vs FP2).
  • 9 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (19 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 6.7% larger die size
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher die size than the average processor (190 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 9 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (19 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    What it is: The ratio used to derive CPU frequency from the base clock.
    When it matters: When you tune or compare overclocking behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >33

    Intel Core i7 11800H has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (19 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.19 vs 28
  • 32% more expensive
    Intel Core i7 11800H is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).
    Intel Core i7 11800H is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).£330 vs £250
  • 6.7% larger die size
    Intel Core i7 11800H has a higher die size than the average processor (190 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 i7 11800H has a higher die size than the average processor (190 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².190 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 11800H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,787 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 11800H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,787 vs FP2).FCBGA1787 vs FP2
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Intel Core i7 11800H?

  • Significant gen-over-gen performance leap, especially in multi-threaded tasks compared to 10th gen
  • Strong gaming performance, often matching or beating equivalent Ryzen 5000 series chips
  • Supports PCIe Gen 4 for faster storage and bandwidth to the GPU
  • Excellent single-threaded performance for productivity and high-FPS gaming
  • Supports AVX-512 instructions, which is beneficial for specific workloads like PS3 emulation
  • Native Thunderbolt 4 support for low-latency external devices
  • Capable of being undervolted on many laptop models to improve thermals and efficiency

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 11800H?

  • High power consumption, especially during boost periods (can pull over 100W)
  • Can run very hot in thin-and-light laptop designs, potentially leading to thermal throttling
  • Inferior battery life compared to AMD Ryzen counterparts in low-power and idle scenarios
  • Requires high-end cooling solutions to maintain its maximum boost clocks effectively
  • Performance is significantly outperformed by the newer Intel 12th Gen (Alder Lake) architecture
  • Higher power requirements make it less ideal for frequent use on battery power

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laptopmedia.com
11/03/2022
Intel Core i7-11390H vs Intel Core i7-11800H – It’s More Than Just 10 Extra Watts

The LaptopMedia review highlights a significant performance gap between the Intel Core i7-11800H and the i7-11390H, with the 45W H45-series chip (i7-11800H) vastly outpacing the 35W H35-series chip (i7-11390H) despite a minor TDP difference. The i7-11800H offers a major advantage with double the cores (8 vs 4), threads, and L3 cache, leading to over 100% higher 3D rendering...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
02/12/2021
Intel Core i7-11600H vs Intel Core i7-11800H – the numbers scale perfectly

The Intel Core i7-11800H outperforms the i7-11600H, delivering 33% higher Cinebench R20 scores and faster photo editing due to its 8-core/16-thread architecture and 24MB L3 cache. While the 11800H offers superior, high-end performance, a con is its high reliance on robust cooling, despite a lower base clock (2.30GHz) compared to the 11600H. The i7-11600H functions as a high-value,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
29/06/2021
Intel Core i7-11800H vs Core i7-10750H Comparison: The performance jump is insane

The LaptopMedia review highlights a massive performance leap from the 10th Gen Core i7-10750H to the 11th Gen Core i7-11800H, driven by a 10nm process, 8 cores/16 threads, and 24MB L3 cache. Key pros for the i7-11800H include a 66% higher Cinebench 20 score, support for faster 3200MHz RAM, Thunderbolt 4, and PCIe 4.0. Conversely, cons include higher costs and a necessity for robust...Read more

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pcworld.com
17/05/2021
11th-gen 'Tiger Lake H' performance deep-dive: Intel gets back in the game

The PCWorld review of the 11th Gen "Tiger Lake-H" processors (specifically the Core i7-11800H) highlights Intel's return to competitive standing in the high-performance laptop market against AMD’s Ryzen 9 5000 series. The review notes that the chip is a "real contender" that trades near-even blows with rivals, particularly in gaming and lightly-threaded tasks, unlike previous...Read more

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techspot.com
26/05/2021
Intel Core i7-11800H Review: Tiger Lake H45 Put to the Test

The Intel Core i7-11800H (Tiger Lake H45) provides a significant 10nm performance leap, offering up to 50% higher multi-threaded performance than its predecessor and strong competition for AMD's Ryzen 7 5800H. Key pros include high IPC, 20 lanes of PCIe Gen 4 support, and leading performance in gaming, particularly in CPU-bound scenarios. A noted con is its high power consumption,...Read more

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pcworld.com
13/01/2022
XPG Xenia 15 KC Review: A powerful gaming laptop that's actually quiet

The XPG Xenia 15 KC, co-designed with Intel, is a thin-and-light gaming laptop featuring an Intel Core i7-11800H and NVIDIA RTX 3070, optimized for high performance and notably quiet operation, even under load. Key strengths include a lightweight 4.2-pound magnesium alloy chassis, a high-quality QHD 165Hz display, and a comfortable optical-mechanical keyboard. However, the laptop...Read more

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pcworld.com
30/08/2021
Dell XPS 17 9710 Review: The ultimate content creation laptop

The PCWorld review highlights the Dell XPS 17 9710 as a top-tier content creation laptop, featuring a brilliant 17-inch, 16:10 "InfinityEdge" display in a relatively compact chassis. Performance is a major pro, with 11th Gen Intel Core processors and RTX 3060 graphics delivering excellent results in creative apps, supported by robust vapor chamber cooling. Key strengths also include...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
18/07/2022
[Comparison] Intel Core i7-1255U vs Intel Core i7-11800H – how far can the new architecture go?

This LaptopMedia comparison analyzes the architectural differences between the 15W Intel Core i7-1255U and the 45W Core i7-11800H, highlighting a shift toward efficiency in modern, thin-and-light devices. While the i7-1255U leverages its hybrid architecture to compete in single-threaded tasks—even edging out the 11800H in Photoshop by 0.1 seconds—the older, high-power 11800H...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
11/03/2022
Intel Core i7-11390H vs Intel Core i7-11800H Comparison – It’s More Than Just 10 Extra Watts

LaptopMedia compares the Intel Core i7-11390H (H35) and i7-11800H (H45), finding that despite similar branding, they differ significantly in architecture and performance. The i7-11390H offers high clock speeds (up to 5.0GHz) and strong integrated graphics (96 EUs) but is constrained by only 4 cores/8 threads and potential thermal throttling in thin chassis. Conversely, the i7-11800H...Read more

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pcworld.com
23/08/2021
Intel 11th Gen vs. 10th Gen vs. AMD Ryzen 5000

Intel’s 11th-gen "Tiger Lake H" processors mark a strong comeback, outperforming 10th-gen chips and challenging AMD's Ryzen 5000 in single-core performance and gaming, notably with a 9% lead over the Ryzen 9 5900HX in certain benchmarks. While Intel takes the lead in content creation (Adobe suite) and CPU-bound gaming like Rainbow Six Siege, a major drawback for these...Read more

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pcwelt.de
16/02/2022
Review: HP Omen 16 Gaming Laptop with Intel Core i7-11800H and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070

The HP Omen 16 (16-b0000) is a balanced gaming laptop with a professional design, powered by an Intel Core i7-11800H and RTX 3070, featuring a vibrant 16.1-inch 165Hz QHD display. It delivers strong 1440p gaming performance and effective thermal management that keeps temperatures around 75°C under load. Despite its pros, the laptop suffers from very short battery life, loud fans...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
14/06/2021
Lab Review: Core i7-11800H detailed performance with the MSI Katana GF66

The MSI Katana GF66, powered by the 8-core Intel Core i7-11800H, offers a significant performance boost in 1080p gaming and multi-threaded tasks, achieving a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,254, notes the Les Numériques review. It is recognized for its high value, pairing an Nvidia RTX 3060 with a 144Hz display, while the Cooler Boost 5 system maintains acceptable, albeit often...Read more

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geeknetic.es
23/07/2021
PCSpecialist ELIMINA R Review with Core i7-11800H and RTX 3060 Geeknetic

The PCSpecialist Elimina R, reviewed by Geeknetic, is a high-performance laptop featuring an Intel Core i7-11800H processor, NVIDIA RTX 3060 6GB GPU, and a 144Hz 15.6-inch display. It offers strong, desktop-level CPU performance and robust 1080p gaming capabilities, complemented by a clean, fingerprint-resistant matte chassis and decent audio. However, the machine experiences...Read more

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geeknetic.es
28/02/2022
ACER Predator Helios 300 PH315-54 Review

The Geeknetic review of the Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH315-54) highlights an impressive hardware upgrade featuring an Intel Core i7-11800H and an NVIDIA RTX 3070, complemented by remarkably fast NVMe RAID 0 storage and a well-calibrated 144Hz display. While the 110W TGP RTX 3070 offers strong 1080p gaming, the system suffers from thermal throttling with CPU temperatures reaching...Read more

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multiplayer.it
16/12/2021
Acer Nitro 5 Review: The Laptop with Intel Core i7-11800H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060

The Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-57) is a budget-focused gaming laptop featuring an Intel Core i7-11800H and NVIDIA RTX 3060, delivering solid 1080p performance with fast SSD storage. Key advantages include a 144Hz IPS display, a quality keyboard, and excellent connectivity, alongside easy internal expansion options. However, the laptop faces drawbacks including a low-brightness display,...Read more

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forum.tomshw.it
02/12/2022
OFFICIAL - Acer Nitro 5 Review (i7-11800H)

The Tom’s Hardware Italy forum review highlights the Acer Nitro 5 as a versatile, budget-friendly laptop featuring strong gaming performance with Intel Alder Lake CPUs and RTX 30-series GPUs. Key pros include excellent connectivity (Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1) and ease of user upgrades for RAM and storage. However, the machine is held back by a plastic chassis, a dim 144Hz screen with...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
07/07/2021
Intel Core i5-11400H vs Intel Core i7-11800H Comparison

LaptopMedia's comparison of Tiger Lake H45 chips identifies the Intel Core i7-11800H (8 cores/16 threads) as the performance leader over the Core i5-11400H (6 cores/12 threads), offering a 56% advantage in 3D rendering benchmarks. While the i7 serves as an ideal choice for heavy-duty, multi-threaded workloads, it carries higher costs and cooling requirements. Conversely, the Core i5...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
05/07/2021
Intel Core i7-11800H vs AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS Comparison – A Very Close and Fierce Battle

According to a LaptopMedia comparison, the Intel Core i7-11800H and AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS are engaged in a tight performance battle, with the i7-11800H securing a slight edge in 3D and 2D rendering, specifically by roughly 3% in Cinebench 20 and 0.2 seconds in Photoshop. The Intel chip boasts a 24MB L3 cache and supports PCIe 4.0, while the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS excels in efficiency with...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
23/06/2021
Intel Core i7-11800H vs AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX Comparison – The power hierarchy is shifting

LaptopMedia's comparison of the Intel Core i7-11800H and AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX highlights a tight battle where the 10nm i7-11800H (24MB L3 cache, PCIe Gen 4.0 support) challenges the 7nm Ryzen 9 (higher base frequency, unlocked multiplier). While both feature 8 cores and 16 threads, the Intel chip demonstrated superior 2D and 3D rendering capabilities in tests, including a 2% win in...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
17/06/2021
Intel Core i7-11800H vs AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Comparison

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i7-11800H outperforms the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H in both 2D and 3D rendering tasks, a reversal of typical trends, with a 7% advantage in Cinebench R20 and faster Photoshop times. Pros for the Intel chip include superior raw performance and PCIe Gen 4 support, though it lacks the power efficiency of the 7nm Ryzen 7, which maintains an edge in...Read more

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hardware.info
26/03/2022
Apple iPad Air (2022) Review - Geekbench 5 CPU (i7-11800H Test Results)

The 2022 iPad Air review highlights the device's transition into a "Pro-light" category, driven by the inclusion of the M1 chip, which offers up to 60% faster CPU and double the graphics performance over its predecessor. Key advantages include desktop-class performance suitable for intensive tasks, an updated 12MP front camera with Center Stage, and faster USB-C/5G connectivity, all...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
18/07/2022
Intel Core i7-1255U vs Intel Core i7-11800H Comparison

This LaptopMedia comparison highlights a generational clash between the efficiency-focused Intel Core i7-1255U (15W, 2 E cores) and the high-performance Intel Core i7-11800H (45W, 8 cores). The i7-1255U’s primary pros include superior power efficiency and impressive burst performance in 2D tasks, while its con is limited sustained performance in multi-core workloads. Conversely, the...Read more

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tweakers.net
13/08/2021
MSI Katana GF66 11UC-011NL - vanderark - Product reviews

The MSI Katana GF66 11UC-011NL is a budget-focused, entry-level gaming laptop designed around an Intel Core i7-11800H processor, offering strong processing performance. It pairs this CPU with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050, delivering capable 1080p gaming performance, though it may struggle with top-tier titles, supported by a fast 144Hz screen. Key pros include the high-performance...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/12/2021
Laptop Buying Guide - December 2021

The December 2021 Tweakers Laptop Best Buy Guide focuses on budget, basic, and Apple MacBook categories, prioritizing AMD Ryzen processors for value under €500. Budget pros include IPS screens, while cons involve plastic housings and limited upgradeability. The under-€700 "Basic" category offers improved metal chassis and, significantly, better performance, though some models are...Read more

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