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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£330
  • Avg. price in US: ~$390
  • PassMark benchmark result: 3635
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.5 GHz

Intel Core i7 7500U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.6

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%

3.6

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
3.6

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%

2.5

Performance

18.0%

4.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.0

Platform

1.0%

6.8

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 2.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.8

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.2

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.1

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.5
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.6

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-7500U is a 7th-generation 'Kaby Lake' dual-core mobile processor featuring 4 threads via Hyper-Threading, a base clock speed of 2.70 GHz, and a Max Turbo frequency of 3.50 GHz. Built on a 14nm process with a 15W TDP, it includes 4MB of Smart Cache and integrated Intel HD Graphics 620, supporting up to 32GB of DDR4-2133 or LPDDR3-1866 memory. Its main strengths lie in its energy efficiency for ultrabooks, capable 4K video decoding, and solid single-core performance for everyday productivity. However, its primary drawbacks are the limited dual-core configuration, which struggles with intensive multi-core workloads compared to modern quad-core alternatives, and its lack of official support for Windows 11.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 7500U

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

3.6
Intel Core i7 7500U has a technical score of 3.58 points, which is lower than that of 92.7% 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 7500U 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%

3.6

Overall score

40.0%

8.8

Price

5.1
Intel Core i7 7500U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.1 points, which is lower than 95.1% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i7 7500U 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

FCBGA1356
Intel Core i7 7500U uses the FCBGA1356 CPU socket, which is older than that of 88.1% of processors and equal to that of 3% 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 7500U 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+

2
Intel Core i7 7500U has 2 CPU cores, which is fewer than 79.3% of processors and equal to 20.6% 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+

4
Intel Core i7 7500U offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.3% of processors and equal to 26.6% 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 7500U 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

3.5 GHz
Intel Core i7 7500U reaches a boost clock of 3.5 GHz which is lower than that of 80.4% of processors and equal to that of 3.1% 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

2 x 2.7 GHz
Intel Core i7 7500U has a base clock of 2x2.7 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

14 nm
Intel Core i7 7500U uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 14 nm
Intel Core i7 7500U is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

4 MB
Intel Core i7 7500U has an L3 cache of 4 MB which is smaller than that of 70.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.6% 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

0.5 MB
Intel Core i7 7500U has an L2 cache of 0.5 MB which is smaller than that of 84.8% of processors and equal to that of 15.2% 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

128 KB
Intel Core i7 7500U has an L1 cache of 128 KB which is smaller than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% 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

DDR3L/DDR4/LPDDR3
Intel Core i7 7500U supports DDR DDR3L/DDR4/LPDDR3, which is older than that of 74.3% of processors and equal to that of 3.3% 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

2,133 MHz
Intel Core i7 7500U supports memory speeds up to 2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to 8.8% 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

DDR4-2133 MHz
Intel Core i7 7500U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.9% of processors and equal to 5.3% 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

32 GB
Intel Core i7 7500U supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% 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 7500U 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 HD Graphics 620
Intel Core i7 7500U uses the Intel HD Graphics 620 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 76.8% of processors and equal to that in 0.4% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

24
Intel Core i7 7500U has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.2% of processors and equal to 21.6% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i7 7500U 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), VP8 (HW decode/encode), VC-1 (HW decode), JPEG (H
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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

15 W
Intel Core i7 7500U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% 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

15 W
Intel Core i7 7500U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% 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

25 W
Intel Core i7 7500U has a boost power of 25 W which is lower than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% 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 7500U 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 7500U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 25 W
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Intel Core i7 7500U vs the average processor

  • 3.95x faster Blender rendering
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (1,309.5 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the BMW27 scene, used to show how quickly the processor can finish a heavy 3D rendering task.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >290

    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (1,309.5 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.1,309.46 vs 331.88
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    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

    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    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

    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.25 W vs 64 W
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    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

    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 7500U has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core i7 7500U has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 3.95x faster Blender rendering
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (1,309.5 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 7500U has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 7500U uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,356 vs FP2).
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 7500U supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 4 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i7 7500U has an older release date than the average processor (2,016 vs 2,020).
    August 2016
  • 73.4% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (739 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 7500U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 18.6% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 23.4% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,901 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 26.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (354 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 65.5% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,635 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 58.8% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,973 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 22.5% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,140 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 7500U has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i7 7500U 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 7500U 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.
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 66.7% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (128 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 7500U has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 25.5% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (34.1 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i7 7500U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 27.3% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 7500U has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i7 7500U supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3L/DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i7 7500U supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4, x2/x2, x2/x1/x1, x1/x1/x1/x1 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    Intel Core i7 7500U uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 620 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 73.4% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (739 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 7500U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (739 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.739 vs 2,783
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 7500U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 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 7500U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 18.6% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 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 7500U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 23.4% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,901 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 7500U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,901 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,901 vs 2,483
  • 26.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (354 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 7500U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (354 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.354 vs 484
  • 65.5% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,635 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,635 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,635 vs 10,532.5
  • 58.8% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,973 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,973 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,973 vs 4,793
  • 22.5% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i7 7500U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,140 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 7500U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,140 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,140 vs 1,471
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What customers like about Intel Core i7 7500U?

  • Efficient power consumption for improved battery life in ultrabooks
  • Strong single-core performance for everyday productivity and web browsing
  • Significant improvement in 4K video decoding (HEVC Main10) compared to previous generations
  • Higher clock speeds (up to 3.5GHz) provide a noticeable boost over its predecessor
  • Integrated Intel HD 620 graphics are sufficient for basic media and light gaming

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 7500U?

  • Limited to 2 physical cores, which struggles with modern multi-threaded applications
  • Lacks significant performance gains over the mid-range i5-7200U despite the 'i7' branding
  • Poor choice for intensive gaming or professional video rendering
  • Outperformed by newer 8th Gen i3 and i5 processors that introduced more cores
  • Low cache (4MB) and slow bus speed compared to high-performance 'HQ' series chips

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valid.x86.fr
30/03/2026
CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Core i7-7500U (1T) Would you like a comparison of these benchmark results against a newer generation processor?

The CPU-Z validation for the Intel Core i9-13900K on the Raptor Lake-S platform highlights a 24-core, 32-thread hybrid architecture achieving single-thread scores near 894 and multi-thread scores around 16,969, featuring 8 P-cores boosting up to 5.8 GHz. This flagship desktop processor excels in both gaming and heavy multi-tasking, offering high-speed DDR5 memory support, LGA 1700...Read more

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openbenchmarking.org
30/03/2026
Intel Core I7-7500U Benchmarks, Linux Performance

The Intel Core i7-7500U is a 7th-generation, dual-core Kaby Lake mobile processor operating at 2.70 GHz to 3.50 GHz with a 15W TDP, optimized for power-efficient, thin-and-light laptops. Linux-based data indicates it ranks in the lower percentiles for heavy computational tasks, such as kernel building and C-Ray, highlighting its limitations in high-performance computing. Pros...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
Intel Core i7-7500U @ 2.70GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-7500U, based on PassMark CPU Benchmark data, is a 2016 7th Gen Kaby Lake processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, featuring 2 cores, 4 threads, and a 15W TDP. It delivers high single-thread performance and features the Intel HD Graphics 620, which is capable of 4K HEVC video decoding. While highly energy-efficient, the dual-core architecture is a significant...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
07/11/2016
Kaby Lake – Intel Core i7-6500U vs. Intel Core i7-7500U

The Notebooks-und-Mobiles.de review characterizes the Kaby Lake i7-7500U as an evolutionary, rather than revolutionary, upgrade over the Skylake i7-6500U, utilizing a "14nm+" process for a 400 MHz higher clock speed. This improvement delivers a 10-15% performance boost in benchmarks, which constitutes a pro for snappier daily tasks in thin laptops, though it may not justify an...Read more

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computerbase.de
01/11/2016
Intel Core i7-7500U Review: 3.5 GHz and HEVC Main 10 for Ultrabooks

The Intel Core i7-7500U, based on the Kaby Lake architecture, offers a 10-15% performance increase over its predecessor primarily through higher clock speeds (2.7 GHz to 3.5 GHz) and improved Turbo Boost behavior. A major technical advantage is the enhanced media engine, which provides full hardware support for HEVC Main10 (10-bit) and VP9 decoding, enabling efficient 4K playback....Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
23/09/2016
Here's how fast Kaby Lake is: First benchmarks of the i7-7500U

This Hardwareluxx review of the Intel Core i7-7500U, featuring the Medion Akoya S3409, tests the 7th-generation Kaby Lake architecture, establishing it as a 14nm+ optimization rather than a total redesign. The processor demonstrates an iterative 10-15% performance boost over the previous generation (i7-6500U) in productivity tasks, driven primarily by higher base and turbo clock...Read more

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notebookcheck.it
30/08/2016
Intel Core i7-7500U Notebook Processor (Benchmarks and Tests)

The Intel Core i7-7500U is a Kaby Lake dual-core processor utilizing a refined 14nm+ process, offering a 2.7 GHz base clock and up to 3.5 GHz Turbo. While architecture changes from Skylake are minimal, the higher clock speeds provide a 10–15% performance increase over the i7-6500U. The integrated HD Graphics 620 improves multimedia capabilities with 4K hardware decoding for...Read more

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forum.tomshw.it
28/12/2016
OFFICIAL - Dell Inspiron 5567 i7 FHD Review

The Dell Inspiron 5567 (i7-7500U) review highlights strong, fluid performance for daily tasks and photo editing, supported by excellent battery life (7-9 hours) and efficient thermal management where the CPU stays cool and quiet. The Full HD IPS display provides, as a major advantage, a comfortable viewing experience without PWM flickering, while the design features durable,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21/11/2016
Intel Core i7-7500U (Kaby Lake) – benchmarks and specifications

The Intel Core i7-7500U is a 14nm+ Kaby Lake dual-core processor for ultrabooks, featuring a 2.7 GHz base clock and Intel HD Graphics 620, marking a frequency increase over the Skylake i7-6500U. Key advantages include up to 12% better performance and improved multimedia capabilities, specifically 4K HEVC video decoding. However, its marginal performance gains over the i5-7200U and...Read more

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techzine.nl
13/04/2017
HP Spectre x360 Review: A Beautiful, Thin Laptop (Intel Core i7-7500U)

The HP Spectre x360 is praised as a remarkably thin and stylish 2-in-1 convertible, featuring a full aluminum chassis and versatile 360-degree hinges. The 13.3-inch variant offers solid performance with a 7th-generation Intel Core i7 processor, a fast PCIe SSD, and a high-quality, long-lasting battery. Pros include the high-quality Bang & Olufsen quad-speaker setup and an excellent,...Read more

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tweakers.net
28/09/2016
Intel Kaby Lake Benchmark - The i7-7500U tested in the Asus Zenbook 3

The ASUS ZenBook 3 (UX390UA) with Intel Core i7-7500U is an ultra-compact, high-end 910-gram laptop featuring a premium aluminum chassis and strong performance from 16GB of RAM and NVMe storage. Pros include a vibrant 12.5-inch Full HD screen, efficient Kaby Lake processing power, and surprisingly decent speakers, though the 0.8mm keyboard travel is shallow. Cons center on the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
23/10/2017
ASUS VivoBook F510 (X510UQ) review - a solid solution (i7-7500U)

The ASUS VivoBook F510 (X510UQ) is a budget-friendly 15-inch laptop lauded for its portability (1.65 kg) and premium look, featuring slim "NanoEdge" bezels and a responsive, high-quality clickpad. Pros include a high-contrast IPS display that lacks Pulse-Width Modulation (PWM) for eye safety, alongside decent performance from its Intel Core i7-7500U and NVIDIA GeForce 940MX combo....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
08/12/2016
Dell XPS 13 (9360, Late 2016) review - the best just got even better (i7-7500U)

The LaptopMedia review of the Dell XPS 13 9360 (Late 2016) positions the ultrabook as a top-tier, portable 13.3-inch device, featuring a rigid, lightweight CNC aluminium and carbon fiber chassis. Notable pros include the bezel-less "InfinityEdge" display, excellent build quality, and a highly portable 1.2kg weight. The transition to Intel's Kaby Lake Core i7-7500U and a 60Wh battery...Read more

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