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  • Avg. price: ~£280
  • PassMark benchmark result: 10395
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.0 GHz

Intel Core i7 1195g7 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.5

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%

5.5

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.5

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%

4.7

Performance

18.0%

6.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.0

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.1

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.0

Platform

1.0%

8.8

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

  • 5.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.2

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    5.1

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.6

    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%

    2.8

    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 i7-1195G7 is a high-end quad-core mobile processor from the Tiger Lake-UP3 family, built on a 10nm SuperFin process and designed specifically for ultra-thin laptops. It features 4 cores, 8 threads, and a 12MB Intel Smart Cache, distinguished as the first ultra-low power chip to reach a maximum single-core turbo frequency of 5.0GHz with a base clock of 2.9GHz. Key advantages include its powerful integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units, support for high-speed LPDDR4x-4266 RAM, and PCIe 4.0 compatibility for faster data transfer. However, its performance is highly dependent on a configurable TDP that ranges between 12W and 28W, often leading to significant thermal throttling or reduced battery life in thin laptop chassis when running at peak speeds.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 1195g7

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

5.5
Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a technical score of 5.53 points, which is higher than that of 56.3% 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 1195g7 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%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

9.0

Price

6.6
Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.6 points, which is higher than 57.6% 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

5.0 GHz
Intel Core i7 1195g7 reaches a boost clock of 5.0 GHz which is higher than that of 80.3% of processors and equal to that of 5.7% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 1.3 GHz
Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a base clock of 4x1.3 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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

300 MHz
Intel Core i7 1195g7 has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode)
Intel Core i7 1195g7 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 98.9% of processors and equal to 0.3% 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 28 W
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Intel Core i7 1195g7 vs the average processor

  • 16.3% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 18.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,949 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 1195g7 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,949 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,949 vs 2,483
  • 21.7% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,790 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,790 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,790 vs 1,471
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 16.3% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 18.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,949 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 21.7% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,790 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 16.3% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (563 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Tiger Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
  • 45.5% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 37.8% lower TDP
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 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.

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Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,449 vs FP2).
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i7 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 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 1195g7 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,449 vs FP2).FCBGA1449 vs FP2
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Intel Core i7 1195g7?

  • Exceptional single-core performance, rivaling some desktop processors in benchmarks
  • Snappy and responsive for everyday 'bursty' tasks like photo editing and web browsing
  • Capable integrated Iris Xe graphics suitable for light gaming and media work
  • High boost clock speeds of up to 5.0 GHz provide a noticeable edge over predecessor models
  • Strong AI acceleration performance specifically designed for thin and light laptops

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 1195g7?

  • High power consumption, especially when pushed to peak turbo boost frequencies
  • Prone to thermal throttling in slim laptop designs during sustained heavy workloads
  • Limited multi-threaded performance gains compared to the Core i7-1185G7 despite higher clock speeds
  • Only 4 physical cores, which can be a bottleneck for heavy multi-tasking or modern productivity
  • Significant impact on battery life when running at maximum performance profiles

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01/10/2021
Intel Core i7-1195G7 Performance: MSI's Prestige 14 EVO Flies

The HotHardware review of the MSI Prestige 14 EVO highlights significant performance gains from the Intel Core i7-1195G7 processor, delivering class-leading single-threaded speeds and capable integrated Iris Xe graphics. The lightweight aluminum chassis, bright 14-inch display, and fast connectivity options (including Thunderbolt 4) are noted as key strengths. However, the, device...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
23/03/2022
[Comparison] Intel Core i7-1195G7 vs Core i7-11370H – does TDP matter?

The Intel Core i7-1195G7 (28W, thin-and-light) and i7-11370H (35W, ultraportable gaming) both use the Tiger Lake 4-core/8-thread architecture, but differ in power limits and intended use cases. A key advantage for the i7-1195G7 is its higher 5.00GHz boost clock for bursty tasks, while the i7-11370H offers better sustained performance due to higher TDP headroom. Benchmarks show the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21/03/2022
[Comparison] Intel Core i7-1195G7 vs Core i7-1165G7 – hardly any difference

LaptopMedia finds that the performance gap between the Intel Core i7-1195G7 and the Core i7-1165G7 is virtually negligible, as both share the same 4-core, 8-thread Tiger Lake architecture. While the i7-1195G7 has a higher 5.00 GHz boost clock, benchmarks show it offers minimal real-world gains over the older 4.40 GHz i7-1165G7. In tests, the i7-1165G7 surprisingly outperformed the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21/03/2022
Core i7-1195G7 vs. Core i7-1165G7 Comparison

The LaptopMedia comparison between the Intel Core i7-1195G7 and i7-1165G7 reveals nearly identical architectures, with the i7-1195G7 offering only slight base (2.90 GHz) and boost (5.00 GHz) clock speed advantages. Benchmarks show negligible differences, with the i7-1165G7 surprisingly leading by 3% in Cinebench R23, while the i7-1195G7 proved only marginally faster in Photoshop....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21 marzo, 2022
Intel Core i7-1195G7 vs. Core i7-1165G7 Comparison

LaptopMedia's analysis of the Intel Core i7-1195G7 and i7-1165G7 reveals minimal performance differences between the two Tiger Lake-UP3 processors, as both share an identical 4-core, 8-thread architecture. While the i7-1195G7 boasts slightly higher clock speeds (up to 5.00GHz vs 4.70GHz), benchmark results show insignificant gains, with the older i7-1165G7 occasionally leading in 3D...Read more

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geeknetic.es
8 junio, 2021
Intel Core i7-1195G7 hits 1,700 points in Geekbench 5 single-core

The Intel Core i7-1195G7 "Tiger Lake-U" Refresh processor sets a new standard for thin-and-light laptops, achieving a single-core score of 1,700 points in Geekbench 5 by reaching 5.0 GHz via Intel Max Turbo 3.0. This 4-core/8-thread chip, based on the Willow Cove-U architecture and a 12W-28W TDP, offers up to 20% faster single-threaded performance than the i7-1185G7, even besting...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
30/05/2021
Intel Core i7-1195G7 | LaptopMedia - Specs and Tests

The Intel Core i7-1195G7 is a flagship 11th Gen Tiger Lake-U processor featuring 4 cores, 8 threads, and a 5.00 GHz turbo frequency designed for high-end, ultra-thin laptops. It offers exceptional single-core responsiveness and strong integrated graphics (Intel Iris Xe G7) for quick daily tasks, light gaming, and 4K media. Pros include high-speed PCIe Gen 4 and Thunderbolt 4...Read more

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id.nl
09/02/2022
Acer Aspire Vero AV15-51 - A laptop with a focus on sustainability

The Acer Aspire Vero (AV15-51) is a 15.6-inch laptop prioritizing sustainability through a chassis made from 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic, a paint-free textured finish, and easy repairability with standard screws. Performance is driven by 11th Gen Intel Core processors, making it suitable for general office work, supported by the VeroSense app for energy management,...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
04/08/2021
MSI Prestige 14 Evo Review: What the New Core i7-1195G7 is Capable Of

The Notebookcheck review of the MSI Prestige 14 Evo highlights its updated Intel Core i7-1195G7 processor, offering excellent single-core performance for office and creative work with consistent battery performance. The ultraportable laptop boasts a stylish aluminum chassis, Thunderbolt 4 support, and high-accuracy, matte, 14-inch Full HD display. However, drawbacks include loud fan...Read more

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