Intel Core i7 8750H Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£340
  • Avg. price in US: ~$400
  • PassMark benchmark result: 9750
  • N. of physical cores: 6
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.1 GHz

Intel Core i7 8750H review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.3

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%

4.3

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
4.3

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%

3.5

Performance

18.0%

4.9

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.7

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.3

Platform

1.0%

6.9

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%

?

Popularity

  • 3.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.6

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.6

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.9

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.9
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.6

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.3

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-8750H is a high-performance mobile processor from the 8th Generation Coffee Lake-H series, featuring 6 cores and 12 threads with a 14nm++ lithography. It operates at a 2.20 GHz base frequency and can reach a max turbo boost of 4.10 GHz, supported by 9 MB of Intel Smart Cache and a 45W TDP. Main pros include a significant 50% core count increase over its predecessor for superior multi-threaded performance in gaming and productivity, along with support for up to 64 GB of DDR4-2666 memory and integrated UHD Graphics 630. However, the processor is known to run quite hot under heavy loads, often leading to thermal throttling in thinner laptop designs, and it features a relatively low base clock to stay within its power envelope.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 8750H

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

4.3
Intel Core i7 8750H has a technical score of 4.27 points, which is lower than that of 72.9% 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 8750H 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%

4.3

Overall score

40.0%

8.7

Price

5.6
Intel Core i7 8750H has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.6 points, which is lower than 82.6% 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 8750H 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

FCBGA1440
Intel Core i7 8750H uses the FCBGA1440 CPU socket, which is older than that of 81.4% of processors and equal to that of 4.8% 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

QM370, HM370
Intel Core i7 8750H supports QM370, HM370 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 61.9% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i7 8750H 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+

6
Intel Core i7 8750H has 6 CPU cores, which is more than 49.9% of processors and equal to 13.4% 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+

12
Intel Core i7 8750H offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% 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 8750H 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

4.1 GHz
Intel Core i7 8750H reaches a boost clock of 4.1 GHz which is lower than that of 56.2% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% 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

6 x 2.2 GHz
Intel Core i7 8750H has a base clock of 6x2.2 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

14 nm
Intel Core i7 8750H 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 8750H 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

9 MB
Intel Core i7 8750H has an L3 cache of 9 MB which is larger than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.9% 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

1.5 MB
Intel Core i7 8750H has an L2 cache of 1.5 MB which is smaller than that of 62.5% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% 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

384 KB
Intel Core i7 8750H has an L1 cache of 384 KB which is larger than that of 45% of processors and equal to that of 15.8% 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/LPDDR3
Intel Core i7 8750H supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR3, which is newer than that of 58.1% of processors and equal to that of 2.1% 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

2,666 MHz
Intel Core i7 8750H supports memory speeds up to 2666 MHz, which is lower than that of 55% of processors and equal to 8.1% 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

2,666 MHz
Intel Core i7 8750H supports JEDEC memory speeds up to 2666 MHz, which is lower than that of 62.7% of processors and equal to 0.6% 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 8750H 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 8750H 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 630
Intel Core i7 8750H uses the Intel UHD Graphics 630 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 44.3% of processors and equal to that in 8.3% 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 8750H 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

350 MHz
Intel Core i7 8750H has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 43.5% of processors and equal to that of 29.6% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode)
Intel Core i7 8750H supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 72.1% of processors and equal to 2.9% 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

45 W
Intel Core i7 8750H has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

45 W
Intel Core i7 8750H has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i7 8750H 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 8750H supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 35 W
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Intel Core i7 8750H vs the average processor

  • 4 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 8750H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 16+

    Intel Core i7 8750H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.12 vs 8
  • 48.4% faster classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,175 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 8750H has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,175 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.1,175.04 vs 791.745
  • 16.3% smaller die size
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower die size than the average processor (149 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower die size than the average processor (149 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².149 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 8750H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (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 8750H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4
  • 4 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 8750H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 48.4% faster classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,175 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
  • 16.3% smaller die size
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower die size than the average processor (149 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 8750H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 8750H 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).
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 8750H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,440 vs FP2).
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i7 8750H has an older release date than the average processor (2,018 vs 2,020).
    April 2018
  • 14.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (412 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 12.8% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,282 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 8.7% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,267 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 4.7% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 14.6% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,377 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 6 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (22 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 8750H 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.
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 8750H has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 40% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 9.1% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,666 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 8750H 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 8750H 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
  • 14.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (412 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 8750H has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (412 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.412 vs 484
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 8750H 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 8750H 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
  • 12.8% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,282 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 8750H has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,282 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,282 vs 1,471
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 8750H has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 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 8750H has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 8750H 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).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i7 8750H 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).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
  • 8.7% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,267 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 8750H has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,267 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,267 vs 2,483
  • 4.7% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i7 8750H has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 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 8750H has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz

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What customers like about Intel Core i7 8750H?

  • Significant multi-core performance jump (6 cores/12 threads) over previous quad-core models like the i7-7700HQ.
  • Excellent for CPU-intensive multitasking, including streaming, video editing, and 3D modeling.
  • High single-core turbo boost frequency of up to 4.1 GHz, improving performance in gaming and single-threaded tasks.
  • Enhanced cache performance and support for faster DDR4-2666 memory.
  • Good longevity for power users, often remaining capable for 5+ years of use.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 8750H?

  • Prone to high operating temperatures and thermal throttling, especially in thin-and-light laptop chassis.
  • High actual power consumption under load (up to 80-85W) despite its 45W TDP rating.
  • Requires manual adjustments like undervolting or repasting with high-quality thermal compound to maintain stable peak performance.
  • Lower base clock speed (2.2 GHz) compared to predecessors, which can limit performance if thermal headroom is restricted.
  • Performance is heavily dependent on the specific laptop's cooling solution and manufacturer-set power limits.

Expert reviews

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techspot.com
21/05/2019

The TechSpot review concludes that the Intel Core i7-9750H is a minor, incremental update over the i7-8750H, offering negligible real-world performance gains, as both are 14nm++ 6-core/12-thread chips. While the newer chip features a 400 MHz higher base/single-core turbo clock and 12MB of L3 cache, all-core workloads show only a 2.8% average improvement, making the upgrade largely...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026

The Intel Core i7-8750H is a 6-core, 12-thread 8th Gen mobile processor based on the Coffee Lake-H architecture, offering a significant 50% jump in multi-threaded performance over its 7th Gen predecessors. Pros include high-performance capabilities for engineering and content creation tasks, supported by a 45W TDP that manages power consumption while enabling 4.1 GHz turbo...Read more

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ultrabookreview.com
03/04/2018

The Intel Core i7-8750H represents a major 6-core, 12-thread upgrade over the previous 4-core i7-7700HQ, delivering a 10% single-core boost and up to 25% better multi-core performance in benchmarks like Cinebench. A significant pro is this massive increase in multi-threaded power, making it excellent for rendering and heavy workstation tasks, though a notable con is that the high...Read more

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techspot.com
04/04/2018

The TechSpot review of the Intel Core i7-8750H highlights a major architectural shift to six cores and 12 threads, delivering a 50% core count increase over the previous 45W quad-core generation. While the base clock is reduced to 2.2 GHz, single-core boost speeds reaching 4.1 GHz provide significantly improved performance. The processor shines in productivity, with benchmarks...Read more

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pcworld.com
26/09/2018

The Dell XPS 15 9570 delivers high-performance computing for creators, featuring 8th-generation Intel 6-core processors and a premium, durable design. While offering excellent port selection and strong battery life, the laptop experiences thermal management challenges under heavy workloads. Key drawbacks include an awkward "nose cam" webcam placement and limited GPU power compared...Read more

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pcworld.com
25/06/2018

According to a PCWorld review, the 8th-generation Intel Core i7 delivers a significant performance leap over its predecessor by increasing core counts—moving from 4 to 6 cores on mobile and doubling to 4 cores on U-series chips—offering up to 40% faster multi-threaded performance in tasks like video rendering. While a major pro is this massive boost in productivity, limitations...Read more

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pcworld.com
11/05/2018

The MSI GS65 Stealth Thin 8RE features a refined, all-aluminum black-and-gold design that is highly portable at 0.69 inches thick and 4.1 pounds. Key pros include the immersive 144Hz display with 4.9mm bezels and long battery life (82Wh), though the chassis can exhibit some flex and the "flipped" motherboard design makes component upgrades difficult. While performance with the Core...Read more

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tomshardware.com
11/12/2018

The Walmart Overpowered Gaming Laptop 17+ (circa 2018/2019) is a budget-focused, 17.3-inch desktop replacement featuring a 144Hz IPS display, an Intel Core i7-8750H, 32GB of RAM, and a GTX 1060 GPU. Its primary strengths include an aggressive price-to-performance ratio, a sleek thin-bezel design, and, at the time, a high-value specification sheet for gamers looking for large-screen...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
24/04/2019

The Schenker Work 15 (Core i7-8750H) is a business-focused laptop featuring a 15.6-inch matte IPS display that offers high contrast (1,700:1) and a 0.14 cd/m² black value without using PWM for brightness control. While it provides excellent viewing angles and versatile connectivity—including a legacy VGA port and SD card reader—the display fails to meet, covering only 57.2% of sRGB,...Read more

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tomshardware.com
12/07/2018

The Alienware 15 R4 is a, "bulky powerhouse" prioritizing raw gaming performance with an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8750H and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070, featuring exceptional, "built like a rock" build quality and a comfortable keyboard with 2mm travel. Despite this, the 7.8-pound laptop lags in non-gaming productivity compared to thinner rivals, features large screen bezels, and runs hot,...Read more

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pcworld.com
14/09/2018

The Dell G7 15 7588 impresses with a six-core Intel Core i7-8750H processor that offers benchmark-crushing, high-end multi-threaded performance, paired with an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 (Max-Q) that delivers consistent 1080p gaming. The laptop features a robust, stylish chassis with easy, single-screw access to internal components for upgrades. Key downsides include a relatively dim...Read more

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tomshardware.com
06/08/2018

The Asus ROG Strix Hero II, as reviewed by Tom's Hardware, is a 15.6-inch gaming laptop featuring a compact design with thin bezels, specifically optimized for MOBA players with unique transparent QWER keys. It features an excellent 144Hz display, robust 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8750H performance, and powerful, loud speakers. Pros include high-speed storage, a comfortable keyboard, and...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
07/08/2018

The Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52-74DR) is a budget-focused 15-inch gaming laptop featuring an Intel Core i7-8750H processor that delivers high-performance capabilities for its price class. While the GTX 1050 Ti graphics card enables capable 1080p gaming, the display suffers from low brightness and a narrow color gamut, although it benefits from a decent contrast ratio. With a sturdy...Read more

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tomshardware.com
22/06/2018

The Digital Storm Equinox is a 15-inch, thin-and-light gaming laptop featuring an Intel Core i7-8750H processor and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q GPU that deliver excellent gaming and productivity performance. Key pros include an outstanding cooling system, a 144Hz IPS display, and strong performance in creative applications. However, the device suffers from poor battery life (under...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
03/04/2018

The Intel Core i7-8750H is a 6-core/12-thread 8th Gen Coffee Lake-H processor, offering a substantial 26% performance boost over quad-core predecessors in multi-threaded tasks, according to LaptopMedia comparisons. Featuring 6 cores and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, this CPU is a top choice for content creation and heavy multitasking. Key pros include exceptional rendering performance...Read more

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forum-des-portables-asus.fr
26/07/2018

a little longer The Asus ROG Strix Hero II (GL504GM) is a 15.6-inch, MOBA-focused gaming laptop featuring an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8750H processor and a full-power NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060. Its 144Hz IPS-level display with 3ms response time and slim bezels provides an excellent, compact visual experience for fast-paced competitive gaming. Key advantages include strong, stable...Read more

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lemondenumerique.ouest-france.fr
20/03/2019

The Alienware m15 marks a significant shift for Dell, offering a portable, thin-and-light design (0.83 inches) while maintaining high performance with Intel Core i7 and NVIDIA graphics. Its 15.6-inch, 144Hz display is highly praised, complemented by solid battery life and extensive connectivity options including an Alienware Graphics Amplifier port. Key drawbacks include significant...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
12/12/2018

The Razer Blade 15 is praised for its premium CNC aluminum, thin design, and high-refresh-rate display, often compared to the MacBook Pro for build quality. It features excellent connectivity with Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI 2.1. However, the, laptop runs hot under load, and its high-end performance causes significant thermal constraints. Performance relies on powerful Intel Core i7/i9...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
07/05/2019

The Intel Core i7-8750H marked a significant shift to six cores for mainstream laptops, delivering superior multi-threaded performance for content creation and heavy productivity. Benchmarks show it comfortably outperforming previous quad-core models, though its high heat generation often leads to thermal throttling without proper cooling, according to analysis at LaptopMedia. While...Read more

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geeknetic.es
03/04/2018

The MSI GE63 Raider RGB, powered by the 6-core Intel Core i7-8750H, offers a substantial performance boost (up to 49%) for gaming and heavy multitasking. It features a 120Hz Full HD display, a robust Cooler Boost 5 system, and extensive RGB lighting, though the chassis is relatively bulky. While praised for its performance, the laptop suffers from very limited battery life, loud...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
02/06/2018

The Gigabyte Aero 15 (i7-8750H) is a high-performance, slim gaming laptop, featuring a six-core processor that delivers roughly 50% faster multi-core performance than its predecessor. The device boasts a professional aesthetic with an aluminum chassis and a 144Hz FHD IPS display, making it suitable for both gaming and content creation. Key advantages include its 94Wh battery, a...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
28/05/2026

The Intel Core i7-8750H, a 14nm Coffee Lake-H processor released in 2018, marks a significant shift to a 6-core/12-thread architecture, offering a massive upgrade over its predecessor for high-performance laptops. Operating at 2.20 GHz to 4.10 GHz with a 45W TDP, it is designed for demanding tasks like 3D rendering and gaming. Key advantages include nearly 50% faster multi-core...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
22/06/2018

The Intel Core i7-8750H dominates in raw computational power with 6 cores and 12 threads, outperforming the i7-8705G by 36% in 3D rendering while offering a 45W TDP. Conversely, the i7-8705G features a unique Kaby Lake G architecture with integrated AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL graphics, providing superior graphical capability over the 8750H's UHD 630. While the 8750H is ideal for...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/04/2018

The Tweakers April 2018 Laptop Best Buy Guide recommends the Acer Aspire 5 A515-51G-309W for budget users, highlighting its dedicated Nvidia MX130 GPU and 1080p IPS screen as pros. However, the model is limited by a weak Core i3 processor and a plastic construction. TweakersFor a basic laptop around €700, the Acer Swift 3 SF314-52-52SX is selected for its fast 8th-gen Core i5...Read more

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hardware.info
07/10/2018

The HP Pavilion Gaming 15 (2019 refresh) is a value-oriented, aggressively designed laptop featuring improved cooling with larger vents to manage heat effectively, though it features a predominantly plastic construction. It offers strong 1080p gaming performance, a fast 144Hz IPS display with good color coverage, and excellent internal upgradeability for storage and RAM. However,...Read more

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tweakers.net
05/08/2018

The HP Omen 15 features a standout 144Hz IPS display and strong multicore performance from its Core i7-8750H processor and GTX 1060 GPU, though it is hindered by single-channel RAM that bottlenecks productivity tasks. While the laptop boasts a sturdy aluminum keyboard deck and quiet cooling, the design is heavy (2.5kg) with a flimsy plastic lid and an aggressive gamer aesthetic....Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
02/03/2019

The Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX701GX is an ultra-slim 17-inch gaming laptop that balances high-end power with extreme portability, featuring a premium magnesium-alloy chassis, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Max-Q GPU, and an Intel Core i7-8750H processor. A standout 17.3-inch, 144Hz IPS display with G-Sync and Pantone validation delivers excellent visuals, while the Active Aerodynamic System...Read more

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