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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£380
  • Avg. price in US: ~$430
  • PassMark benchmark result: 9967
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.8 GHz

Intel Core i7 1185g7 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%

4.0

Performance

18.0%

6.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.1

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.8

Platform

1.0%

9.0

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 4.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.8

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    4.9

    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

  • 2.6
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.9

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-1185G7 is a high-end quad-core mobile processor from the Tiger Lake-U generation, built on a 10nm SuperFin process with 4 cores and 8 threads. It features a base clock speed of 3.0 GHz and a max turbo frequency of up to 4.8 GHz, supported by a 12MB Intel Smart Cache and an integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 with 96 execution units. Main pros include its exceptional single-core performance for productivity tasks, support for advanced technologies like PCIe 4.0, Thunderbolt 4, and Wi-Fi 6, and a configurable TDP (12W–28W) that balances power and efficiency. However, its primary cons are the limited 4-core count compared to many contemporary Ryzen alternatives and the tendency for performance to be heavily dependent on a laptop's cooling and power limits, often leading to thermal throttling in slim designs.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 1185g7

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

5.1
Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a technical score of 5.05 points, which is lower than that of 53.5% 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 1185g7 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%

8.5

Price

6.1
Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.1 points, which is lower than 61% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 uses the FCBGA1449 CPU socket, which is older than that of 80.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.1% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1.2 GHz
Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a base clock of 4x1.2 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

10 nm
Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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

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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.265 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i7 1185g7 supports H.265 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 54% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

28 W
Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a TDP of 28 W which is lower than that of 67.2% of processors and equal to that of 7.2% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

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Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

52 W
Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a boost power of 52 W which is lower than that of 66.3% of processors and equal to that of 1% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i7 1185g7 vs the average processor

  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • 23.6% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (598 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 1185g7 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (598 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.598 vs 484
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
    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

    Intel Core i7 1185g7 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
    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 1185g7 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.AES, VAES, SHA, RSA/PKA vs AES, SHA
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 11.6% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 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.
  • 23.6% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (598 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 16.8% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,718 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 11.2% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,762 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 1 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a higher front-end width than the average processor (5 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 19.1% smaller die size
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a lower die size than the average processor (144 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
  • 45.5% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 37.8% lower TDP
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a lower TDP than the average processor (28 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 18.8% lower boost power
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (52 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.

Total
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,449 vs FP2).
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,477 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 12 fewer PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (4 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.265 (HW decode/encode), 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 12 fewer PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (4 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    Intel Core i7 1185g7 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (4 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.4 vs 16
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 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 1185g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,449 vs FP2).FCBGA1449 vs FP2
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.265 (HW decode/encode), 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 1185g7 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.265 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).H.265 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 52% more expensive
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 is more expensive than the average processor (£380 vs £250).
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 is more expensive than the average processor (£380 vs £250).£380 vs £250
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i7 1185g7 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 1185g7 supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4 vs x16, x8/x8).x4 vs x16, x8/x8
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What customers like about Intel Core i7 1185g7?

  • Excellent single-core performance, rivaling M1 and matching top-tier mobile competitors in lightly threaded tasks.
  • Integrated Iris Xe graphics provide a significant boost over previous generations, handling light gaming and 4K video editing well.
  • Major efficiency and performance leap from 10th Gen Ice Lake predecessors due to the 10nm SuperFin architecture.
  • Includes enterprise-ready features like Intel vPro support, Trusted Execution Technology, and Total Memory Encryption.
  • Native support for modern standards like PCIe 4.0, Thunderbolt 4, and Wi-Fi 6.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 1185g7?

  • Multi-core performance often trails behind AMD Ryzen 7 equivalents (like the 4800U) due to having only 4 cores and 8 threads.
  • Performance is highly dependent on the laptop's thermal solution; in power-constrained (15W) or poorly cooled designs, it may barely outperform the cheaper i7-1165G7.
  • Negligible real-world performance gains over the i7-1165G7 in many standard workloads, often making the extra cost hard to justify.
  • Not suitable for heavy multi-threaded professional work like intensive 3D rendering or complex video transcoding compared to H-series or Ryzen chips.
  • High power draw spikes (up to 50W+) can lead to high heat and rapid battery drain during intense tasks.

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tech.hindustantimes.com
31/07/2021
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The Dell XPS 13 (9310) with the Intel Core i7-1185G7 processor excels in productivity, offering a significant performance leap via Intel’s SuperFin technology and robust multitasking capabilities, including handling over 50 browser tabs. Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics allow for impressive light gaming and creative work, while the 4K display offers high-end visuals but limits...Read more

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phoronix.com
15/07/2021
Intel Core i7 1185G7 Linux Performance - Phoronix

The Phoronix review of the Intel Core i7-1185G7 (Tiger Lake) on Linux indicates that the flagship processor offers only marginal performance gains over the i7-1165G7, delivering less than a 3% performance improvement in most benchmarks. While offering higher clock speeds and superior single-core performance in productivity tasks, the processor is frequently held back by thermal...Read more

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tech-critter.com
13/01/2021
Tested & Reviewed - Intel's Core i7-1185G7 reference laptop

The Tech-Critter review of the Intel Core i7-1185G7 reference laptop (MSI Prestige 14 Evo) highlights the processor's ability to exceed its 28W TDP, often sustaining 33W-40W, which provides superior performance over the i7-1165G7. The device boasts impressive integrated Iris Xe graphics, capable of handling light gaming, and features an efficient thermal design with a, propped-up...Read more

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techspot.com
17/12/2020
Intel Core i7-1185G7 vs. Core i7-1165G7 Review - TechSpot

The Intel Core i7-1185G7, a higher-binned version of the i7-1165G7 with 4-core/8-thread Willow Cove architecture, offers a negligible 1.2% real-world performance advantage over its sibling. Benchmarks show marginal 2% single-core gains at 28W, with limited value for average consumers due to nearly identical performance in most tasks. While it maintains strong single-threaded...Read more

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hardwarecanucks.com
18/09/2020
We Benchmarked Tiger Lake - Core i7-1185G7 Performance Benchmarks

The Hardware Canucks review of the Intel Core i7-1185G7 shows a major generational leap, with high clock speeds that excel in single-core and lightly threaded tasks, outperforming competitors like the Ryzen 7 4800U in daily productivity. A significant advantage is the integrated Iris Xe GPU, which provides "mind-blowing" performance for thin-and-light laptops, allowing for capable...Read more

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arstechnica.com
17/09/2020
Hands-on with Intel's i7-1185G7 Tiger Lake prototype laptop

Intel’s i7-1185G7 "Tiger Lake" reference laptop demonstrates significant improvements in single-core performance and integrated graphics, utilizing the 10nm SuperFin process and Iris Xe graphics. The 96 execution units enable playable 1080p gaming and, combined with high clock speeds, allow the chip to outperform predecessors and some Ryzen 4000 chips in single-threaded productivity...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
17/09/2020
Intel Core i7-1185G7 in Review - First Tiger Lake Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-1185G7 review by NotebookCheck highlights a significant generational leap for Intel’s 10nm SuperFin Tiger Lake-U family, with the Willow Cove architecture achieving 4.8 GHz boost clocks and dominant single-core performance. Key pros include the integrated Iris Xe graphics (96 EUs), enabling viable 1080p gaming in thin-and-light notebooks, and excellent snappiness...Read more

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pcworld.com
17/09/2020
Intel 11th-gen Core i7-1185G7 Tiger Lake Preview

Intel’s 11th Gen Tiger Lake (Core i7-1185G7) represents a substantial boost for thin-and-light laptops, featuring Iris Xe graphics that outperformed AMD's Ryzen 7 4800U by roughly 35% in gaming and delivered a 25% advantage in single-threaded tasks. The platform introduces significant AI acceleration, performing tasks like image upscaling 82% faster than Ryzen alternatives, along...Read more

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imtest.de
28/05/2021
Surface Laptop 4 13.5-inch with Intel CPU Review

The 13.5-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 (Intel) features a premium, lightweight aluminum chassis with a standout 3:2 PixelSense touchscreen, offering excellent color accuracy and vertical screen real estate. Performance is snappy thanks to 11th Gen Intel processors, providing11 hours of web browsing battery life, though it still falls behind competitors like the MacBook Air M1. Key...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
22/12/2020
MSI Prestige 14 Evo Review: Premium Ultrabook with Core i7-1185G7

The MSI Prestige 14 Evo is a portable 1.29 kg business ultrabook featuring the Intel Core i7-1185G7 processor, offering strong productivity performance and Iris Xe graphics within an aluminum chassis. Certified under the Intel Evo platform, it provides modern features like Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 6, and a comfortable, ergonomic keyboard. With over 12 hours of battery life and a...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
18/04/2021
Intel NUC 11 Compute Element with Core i7-1185G7 Review

The Intel NUC 11 Compute Element AV, featuring a Core i7-1185G7 processor (28W TDP), is a modular 1.05-liter mini-PC tailored for office work and content creation. A key feature highlighted by Hardwareluxx is the integrated AVerMedia CO513EC capture card, enabling 1080p video recording via dedicated HDMI input/passthrough, along with dual M.2 SSD slots for storage. The system...Read more

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computerbase.de
17/09/2020
Intel Core i7-1185G7 Tiger Lake Review - ComputerBase

According to the ComputerBase review, Intel's 11th Gen Tiger Lake processors utilize a 10nm SuperFin process and Willow Cove architecture to deliver significant frequency gains, aiming for top-tier performance in 12W–28W thin-and-light laptops. Key pros include a substantial leap in integrated graphics performance with the new Iris Xe GPU, which frequently doubles the 1080p gaming...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
17/09/2020
Intel Core i7-1185G7 in Benchmarks - Notebookcheck.net Reviews

The Intel Core i7-1185G7 is a high-end 11th-generation "Tiger Lake" quad-core processor utilizing the 10nm SuperFin process, designed for superior single-thread performance up to 4.8 GHz. It features powerful integrated Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96 EUs) that compete with entry-level discrete GPUs, alongside support for Thunderbolt 4 and PCIe 4.0. Key advantages include top-tier...Read more

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galaxus.fr
14/11/2022
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 Review: Compared to the Laptop 4's i7-1185G7", "Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 Review: Comparison with the i7-1185G7 in the Lap...

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5, reviewed by Galaxus, is a premium, iterative update featuring 12th Gen Intel Core processors and Thunderbolt 4, though it drops AMD options. While praised for its exceptional build quality, 3:2 touchscreen, and excellent keyboard, the device is criticized for outdated, thick display bezels and a 720p webcam. Despite solid performance, the "passable"...Read more

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laptopspirit.fr
20/10/2020
Intel Core i7-1185G7 Review: How good is the Tiger Lake processor and its Iris Xe graphics?

The LaptopSpirit review highlights the Intel Core i7-1185G7 as a significant performance leap powered by 10nm SuperFin technology, offering exceptional single-core speed for productivity. Pros include high responsiveness and AI acceleration, although multi-core performance lags behind competitors like the AMD Ryzen 7 4800U. Integrated Iris Xe graphics (96EU) double previous...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
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Processor Comparison: AMD Ryzen 7 4800U vs Intel i7-1185G7

PassMark CPU data highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 4800U as the superior choice for multi-threaded workloads, offering 8 cores/16 threads and roughly 39.2% higher performance than the 4-core Intel Core i7-1185G7. Conversely, the Intel i7-1185G7 leads in single-threaded tasks by approximately 8% due to higher clock speeds (4.8 GHz) and provides superior connectivity features like...Read more

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laptopspirit.fr
30/11/2020
Core i7-1165G7 / i7-1185G7 vs i7-10750H: which one to choose?

LaptopSpirit analyzes the architectural differences between 11th Gen Tiger Lake (i7-1165G7/i7-1185G7) and 10th Gen Comet Lake-H (i7-10750H) processors, highlighting the shift from high-performance H-series to power-efficient, thin-and-light solutions. The 11th Gen chips provide superior Iris Xe integrated graphics and better single-core efficiency as a pro, while the 10th Gen chip...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
01/03/2026
CPU-Z Performance Rankings - Intel Core i7-1185G7

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X is an 8-core, 12nm Zen+ processor featuring a 3.7 GHz base clock and 4.3 GHz boost, offering strong multi-threaded performance suitable for productivity and streaming. It excels in rendering (Cinebench) and includes the capable Wraith Prism RGB cooler, often outperforming competitors like the i7-8700K in workstation tasks. While competent for gaming, it...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/04/2022
Intel Core i7-1250U vs Core i7-1185G7 – Passing the Evo Torch

The Intel Core i7-1185G7 is a high-end 11th Gen Tiger Lake-U quad-core processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, featuring a 3.00 GHz base clock, 4.80 GHz boost, and 10nm SuperFin technology. It offers strong single-core performance, excellent integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU), and enterprise-grade features like vPro and Thunderbolt 4 support. Performance is highly...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
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Intel Core i7-1185G7 | Specifications and Benchmark Tests

The Intel Core i7-1185G7 is a high-end 11th Gen Tiger Lake processor for thin-and-light laptops, featuring 4 cores, 8 threads, and a 4.80 GHz turbo frequency. A major advantage is the integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7, which offers significant performance boosts for light gaming and creative tasks. The processor is known for excellent single-core speed, strong integrated...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
14/05/2021
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 13 Review - Too expensive with Intel CPU

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 (13.5-inch, Intel) boasts a premium aluminum chassis, an excellent 3:2 PixelSense touchscreen, and superior input devices, maintaining its reputation for top-tier build quality and silent operation. Pros include a high-quality keyboard, a responsive trackpad, and strong single-core performance from the Core i7-1185G7 processor. However, the Intel model...Read more

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techzine.nl
26/04/2021
Dell OptiPlex Ultra Review: Giving the All-in-One a New Lease on Business Life

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