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  • Avg. price: ~£360
  • PassMark benchmark result: 5958
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.6 GHz

Intel Core i7 8565U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.2

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%

4.2

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.2

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%

3.4

Performance

18.0%

4.9

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.5

Platform

1.0%

6.7

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

  • 3.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.2

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.9

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.4

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.5

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-8565U is a high-end, quad-core mobile processor from the Whiskey Lake family, featuring 8 threads, an 8MB Smart Cache, and a 14nm++ manufacturing process. It operates at a base frequency of 1.80 GHz with an impressive maximum turbo boost of 4.60 GHz, while maintaining a low 15W TDP that can be configured up to 25W for increased performance. Key advantages include its significant single-core speed improvements over predecessors and excellent power efficiency for ultraportable laptops, making it ideal for daily productivity and light multitasking. However, the processor is prone to thermal throttling in slim chassis under sustained heavy workloads, and its integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 offers limited performance for modern gaming or professional 3D rendering.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 8565U

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

4.2
Intel Core i7 8565U has a technical score of 4.21 points, which is lower than that of 74.9% 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 8565U 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%

4.2

Overall score

40.0%

8.6

Price

5.5
Intel Core i7 8565U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.5 points, which is lower than 85.9% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i7 8565U 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

FCBGA1528
Intel Core i7 8565U uses the FCBGA1528 CPU socket, which is older than that of 76.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% 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 8565U 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 8565U 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 8565U 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 8565U offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.6 GHz
Intel Core i7 8565U reaches a boost clock of 4.6 GHz which is higher than that of 62.4% of processors and equal to that of 4.5% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 1.8 GHz
Intel Core i7 8565U has a base clock of 4x1.8 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 8565U 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 8565U 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

8 MB
Intel Core i7 8565U has an L3 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.8% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

1 MB
Intel Core i7 8565U has an L2 cache of 1 MB which is smaller than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.6% 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

256 KB
Intel Core i7 8565U has an L1 cache of 256 KB which is smaller than that of 59.4% of processors and equal to that of 18.5% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR3/DDR4/LPDDR3
Intel Core i7 8565U supports DDR DDR3/DDR4/LPDDR3, which is older than that of 85.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.1% 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

2,400 MHz
Intel Core i7 8565U supports memory speeds up to 2400 MHz, which is lower than that of 63.2% of processors and equal to 12.4% 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

DDR4-2400 MHz
Intel Core i7 8565U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2400 MHz, which is lower than that of 63.4% of processors and equal to 10.6% 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 8565U 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 8565U includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel UHD Graphics 620
Intel Core i7 8565U uses the Intel UHD Graphics 620 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 55.8% of processors and equal to that in 1.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

24
Intel Core i7 8565U 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 8565U 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)
Intel Core i7 8565U supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 56.2% of processors and equal to 9.5% 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

15 W
Intel Core i7 8565U 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 8565U 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

44 W
Intel Core i7 8565U has a boost power of 44 W which is lower than that of 71.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% 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 8565U 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 8565U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i7 8565U vs the average processor

  • 2.71x faster classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (2,142.4 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
    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: >1500

    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (2,142.4 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.2,142.37 vs 791.745
  • 2.16x faster Blender rendering
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (716.5 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 8565U has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (716.5 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.716.5 vs 331.88
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i7 8565U 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 8565U 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
  • 7% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    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 8565U has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i7 8565U 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 8565U 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
  • 31.3% lower boost power
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (44 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 8565U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (44 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.44 W vs 64 W
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 8565U 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 8565U 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
  • 2.71x faster classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (2,142.4 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
  • 2.16x faster Blender rendering
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (716.5 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
  • 7% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 8565U 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 8565U 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.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 31.3% lower boost power
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (44 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.

Total
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 8565U uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,528 vs FP2).
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i7 8565U has an older release date than the average processor (2,018 vs 2,020).
    August 2018
  • 45.5% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,518 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 8565U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 15.3% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,102 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 43.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,958 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i7 8565U 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 8565U 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.
  • 6.5% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,375 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 5.2% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (459 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 10 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (18 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 12.5% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (4,192 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 8565U 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.
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i7 8565U supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3/DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 18.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (37.5 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 18.2% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i7 8565U supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4, x2/x2 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i7 8565U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 45.5% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,518 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 8565U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,518 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,518 vs 2,783
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 8565U 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 8565U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 15.3% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,102 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 8565U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,102 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,102 vs 2,483
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    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

    Intel Core i7 8565U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 8565U 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.
    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 8565U 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.0.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6 MB

    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.1 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 43.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 8565U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,958 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 8565U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (5,958 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.5,958 vs 10,532.5
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i7 8565U supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3/DDR4/LPDDR3 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 8565U supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3/DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).DDR3/DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4
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What customers like about Intel Core i7 8565U?

  • Strong single-threaded performance with a high turbo boost of up to 4.6 GHz
  • Significant 35% performance leap over older dual-core predecessors like the i7-7500U
  • Low power consumption (15W TDP) making it ideal for ultraportable laptops
  • Capable of handling productivity tasks, 2D gaming, and light 3D design work
  • Supports modern video codecs like H.265/HEVC Main 10 and Google VP9
  • Maintains smooth performance for Windows 11 and general office multitasking

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 8565U?

  • Frequent thermal throttling issues, especially in thin laptops with inadequate cooling
  • Performance is heavily dependent on the specific laptop's cooling and TDP limits
  • Integrated UHD 620 graphics are outdated and struggle with modern 3D games or high resolutions
  • Marginal performance gains (approx. 5-8%) over its immediate predecessor, the i7-8550U
  • Locked multiplier prevents users from overclocking to gain more speed
  • Sustained performance in long workloads like 3D rendering shows little improvement

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel Core i7-8565U @ 1.80GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-8565U is a 15W, quad-core Whiskey Lake mobile processor designed for thin laptops, boasting a high 4.60 GHz turbo boost to excel in single-threaded tasks and scoring approximately 5,959 in PassMark testing. A primary advantage is its improved single-core burst performance, roughly 5% faster than its predecessor, alongside efficient H.265/VP9 video decoding....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
22/04/2019
Intel Core i7-8565U vs Intel Core i7-8550U – Benchmarks and Performance Comparison

The Intel Core i7-8565U (Whiskey Lake) offers a higher 4.60 GHz turbo frequency compared to the i7-8550U's 4.00 GHz, though both share a 1.80 GHz base clock and 15W TDP. The i7-8565U brings improved performance in Adobe Photoshop and Cinebench but requires a new FC-BGA1528 socket. While the newer chip shows slight benchmark leads, its advantage is often limited by thermal throttling...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/05/2019
Intel Core i7-8565U vs Intel Core i5-8265U – Benchmarks and Performance Comparison

LaptopMedia finds that while the Intel Core i7-8565U boasts higher clock speeds (up to 4.60 GHz) and a larger 8MB cache, its real-world performance advantage over the i5-8265U is minimal due to shared 15W TDPs and identical integrated UHD Graphics 620. The i7 shows superiority in short, bursty tasks like photo editing, but both chips perform similarly under sustained heavy loads due...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
30/01/2019
Tuxedo InfinityBook Pro 14 (i7-8565U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

The Notebookcheck review of the Tuxedo InfinityBook Pro 14 (i7-8565U) highlights a slim, portable 14-inch Linux laptop powered by a robust Core i7-8565U processor. Key pros include high customizability and a durable chassis, though the 14-inch IPS display, while bright (315 nits) and high-contrast (1003:1), uses 250 Hz PWM at low brightness levels and has slow response times. While...Read more

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techspot.com
27/01/2019
Testing Intel Whiskey Lake CPUs: Core i7-8565U Review

The Intel Whiskey Lake Core i7-8565U, detailed in the TechSpot review, acts as an iterative 14nm++ process refinement rather than a architectural leap, featuring 4-core/8-thread performance with boost clocks reaching up to 4.8 GHz. While delivering improved single-threaded performance within a 15W TDP, the processor shows significant, up to 15% gains in short-burst tasks when OEMs...Read more

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techspot.com
29/03/2019
Asus ZenBook Pro 14 Review

The Asus ZenBook Pro 14 (UX480) is a premium, portable laptop featuring a unique 5.5-inch "ScreenPad" trackpad that offers distinct multitasking capabilities, though its utility is limited by a lack of broad developer support. The device provides strong performance for productivity and light gaming via a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q GPU and features an accurate,...Read more

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techspot.com
28/01/2019
Razer Blade Stealth Review

The 2019 Razer Blade Stealth features a significant redesign aligning with the Blade 15, offering a professional, matte black finish and thinner bezels, which TechSpot praises as a major pro for build quality. The laptop boasts high-performance internals, including an Intel Core i7-8565U processor and an optional NVIDIA MX150, accompanied by a bright, color-accurate 1080p display....Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
28/02/2019
Intel Core i7-8565U Review: Testing Whiskey Lake

The Intel Core i7-8565U is a 14nm++ Whiskey Lake quad-core processor featuring a significant Turbo Boost increase to 4.6 GHz on a single core, offering roughly 3–11% better burst performance than the predecessor i7-8550U. Key advantages include native USB 3.1 Gen 2 support, integrated Gigabit Wi-Fi, and competitive performance for ultrabooks, particularly when configured with higher...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
22/04/2019
Intel Core i7-8565U vs. Intel Core i7-8550U: Benchmarks and Performance Comparison

The Intel Core i7-8565U (Whiskey Lake) and i7-8550U (Kaby Lake Refresh) share a 15W TDP and 4-core/8-thread configuration, though the i7-8565U offers a higher 4.60 GHz turbo boost, resulting in superior performance. A significant disadvantage for the newer i7-8565U is its incompatibility with older motherboards due to a different socket size. While the newer chip excels in...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
19/03/2026
Intel Core i7-8565U Laptop Processor - Specifications and Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-8565U is a 14nm++ Whiskey Lake quad-core processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, offering improved Turbo clock speeds up to 4.6 GHz and roughly 3-11% better performance than its Kaby Lake-R predecessors. Pros include excellent single-core speed, strong performance bursts within a 15W TDP, and capable integrated UHD Graphics 620 for video decoding....Read more

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hardwarecooking.fr
07/06/2019
Review: Razer Blade Stealth 13 Laptop

The HardwareCooking review of the 2019 Razer Blade Stealth 13 highlights its premium, all-aluminum unibody design and high portability, establishing it as a highly portable "gaming ultrabook." Pros include excellent build quality, a 13.3-inch display with thin bezels, and capable, light gaming performance from its quad-core processor and NVIDIA GTX graphics. However, the compact...Read more

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laptopspirit.fr
28/10/2019
Intel Core i7-1065G7 Review: How does the Ice Lake processor compare to the i7-8565U/MX250?", "Intel Core i7-1065G7 Benchmark: Ice Lake vs. i7-8565U/M...

The LaptopSpirit review highlights that the Intel Core i7-1065G7 (Ice Lake) represents a significant architectural leap over the i7-8565U, featuring a 10nm process, superior Iris Plus G7 integrated graphics, and 18% higher IPC. While delivering improved performance in short, bursty tasks, it often struggles to outpace the older 14nm i7-8565U in sustained, long-duration...Read more

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hardwarecooking.fr
16/07/2019
VAIO SX14 Review: i7-8565U, 512GB NVMe SSD, the ultimate professional ultrabook

The VAIO SX14 (i7-8565U/512GB SSD) is a premium, lightweight (approx. 1kg) 14-inch professional ultrabook praised for its robust carbon fiber build and extensive port selection, including VGA and Ethernet. Performance is enhanced by VAIO TruePerformance, allowing the CPU to maintain high speeds, complemented by a fast NVMe SSD. However, the device suffers from poor battery life...Read more

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geeknetic.es
29/08/2018
First Intel Core i7-8565U benchmarks at 4.6 GHz show excellent single-core performance

The Intel Core i7-8565U (Whiskey Lake) offers a refined, high-performance option for ultrabooks, utilizing the 14nm++ process to reach a 4.6 GHz maximum Turbo clock, up from the i7-8550U's 4.0 GHz within the same 15W TDP. While single-core tasks and short bursts show excellent performance gains, multi-core, sustained, and graphics performance remains similar to previous generations....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
2019-2021 (varios)
All our articles with the Core i7-8565U tag", "All of our articles tagged with Core i7-8565U

The Intel Core i7-8565U is a 15W Whiskey Lake ULV processor featuring 4 cores and a 4.60 GHz turbo boost, offering high efficiency for thin laptops. It boasts strong single-core performance, matching 45W CPUs in short bursts. However, performance is highly dependent on thermal design, with a notable con being potential throttling in thin chassis, resulting in minor advantages over...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
21/08/2018
Whiskey Lake - Intel Core i7-8565U Review

The Intel Core i7-8565U (Whiskey Lake) offers a minor performance boost over the i7-8550U, primarily through higher single-core boost clocks up to 4.6 GHz. While benchmarks show a 3% to 11% improvement, actual performance is heavily dependent on laptop cooling, with the Schenker Slim 15 demonstrating high, stable performance due to its thermal design. Key advantages include improved...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
22/04/2019
Intel Core i7-8565U vs Intel Core i7-8550U – benchmarks and performance comparison

The Intel Core i7-8565U (Whiskey Lake) offers a marginal performance increase over the i7-8550U (Kaby Lake Refresh), with a key advantage being its higher 4.60 GHz turbo clock speed compared to 4.00 GHz, though it requires a different, larger socket. While benchmarks show consistently better, yet small, improvements in the newer chip, particularly in tasks like Adobe Photoshop, the...Read more

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