Intel Core i5-8250U
About processor
The Intel Core i5-8250U processor is a solid choice for a laptop CPU, offering a good balance of performance and power efficiency. The Kaby Lake R architecture and 14 nm technology ensure that this processor is able to handle a wide range of tasks with ease. With 4 cores and 8 threads, it is capable of handling multitasking and demanding applications without breaking a sweat.
The base frequency of 1.6 GHz provides a good starting point for everyday tasks, while the max turbo frequency of 3.4 GHz allows for a boost in performance when needed. The 6MB L3 cache also helps to keep things running smoothly, especially when dealing with large files and complex calculations.
One of the highlights of this processor is its integrated graphics model, which is capable of handling some light gaming and multimedia tasks without the need for a dedicated GPU. The low TDP of 15W also ensures that it can provide good performance without draining the battery too quickly.
In benchmark tests, the i5-8250U performed admirably, scoring 1191 in Geekbench 6 Single Core and 3252 in Geekbench 6 Multi Core, showcasing its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks effectively.
Overall, the Intel Core i5-8250U processor offers a good balance of performance, power efficiency, and integrated graphics, making it a great choice for a wide range of laptop applications.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Laptop
Launch Date
August 2017
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
i5-8250U
Code Name
Kaby Lake R
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
4
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
8
Performance-cores
4
Performance-core Base Frequency
1.6 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
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Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3.4 GHz
L1 Cache
64K per core
L2 Cache
256K per core
L3 Cache
6MB shared
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
BGA-1356
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
14 nm
TDP
15 W
Max. Operating Temperature
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Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
100 °C
Instruction Set
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The instruction set is a hard program stored inside the CPU that guides and optimizes CPU operations. With these instruction sets, the CPU can run more efficiently. There are many manufacturers that design CPUs, which results in different instruction sets, such as the 8086 instruction set for the Intel camp and the RISC instruction set for the ARM camp. x86, ARM v8, and MIPS are all codes for instruction sets. Instruction sets can be extended; for example, x86 added 64-bit support to create x86-64. Manufacturers developing CPUs that are compatible with a certain instruction set need authorization from the instruction set patent holder. A typical example is Intel authorizing AMD, enabling the latter to develop CPUs compatible with the x86 instruction set.
x86-64
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR4-2400
Max Memory Size
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Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
32GB
Memory Channels
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
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Max Memory bandwidth is the maximum rate at which data can be read from or stored into a semiconductor memory by the processor (in GB/s).
37.5 GB/s
GPU Specifications
Integrated Graphics Model
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An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
True
Graphics Performance
0.38 TFLOPS
Benchmarks
Cinebench R23
Single Core
Score
880
Cinebench R23
Multi Core
Score
3026
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
1191
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
3252
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
853
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
2825
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1914
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
5896
Blender
Score
41
Compared to Other CPU
Cinebench R23 Single Core
Cinebench R23 Multi Core
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core
Blender