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Intel Core i7-11375H: Review of the Mobile Processor for 2025

April 2025

Introduction

The Intel Core i7-11375H processor, released in 2021, remains a popular choice for ultrabooks and compact workstations even four years later. Despite the emergence of new generations, its balance of performance, energy efficiency, and reasonable pricing (laptops with this chip currently range from $800 to $1200) makes it relevant for certain users. Let's explore who will benefit from this chip in 2025.

Architecture and Process Technology

Tiger Lake: 10 nm SuperFin and New Features

The processor is built on the Tiger Lake architecture using a 10-nanometer SuperFin process technology, which represents a significant advancement for Intel following earlier 10 nm issues. This has led to improved energy efficiency and clock speeds:

- 4 cores, 8 threads (Hyper-Threading).

- Base clock speed: 3.3 GHz, maximum Turbo Boost: 5.0 GHz.

- L3 Cache: 12 MB.

Integrated Iris Xe graphics is a key advantage. With 96 execution units (EUs) and support for DirectX 12, it provides 2-3 times better performance than previous generations of UHD Graphics. For example, in CS:GO at medium settings, you can achieve 60-80 FPS, and in Fortnite, around 45-50 FPS at 1080p.

Power Consumption and TDP

TDP of 28 W: A Balance Between Power and Autonomy

The nominal thermal design power (TDP) of 28 W allows the processor to be used in thin laptops without bulky cooling systems. However, under load, consumption can temporarily reach 45-50 W, necessitating a quality thermal solution.

Dynamic Management: Intel Dynamic Tuning 2.0 and Speed Shift technologies automatically adjust frequencies and voltage, reducing power consumption during idle periods. For instance, while working on text documents, the chip "sleeps" down to 1.2 GHz, lowering heat generation and battery usage.

Performance in Real-World Tasks

Office and Multimedia

- Geekbench 6: 1845 (Single-Core), 5511 (Multi-Core).

In comparison, the Apple M1 (2020) scores around 2300/8300, but the i7-11375H outperforms the Ryzen 5 5600H (1700/5200) in single-core tasks.

- Video Rendering: In Adobe Premiere Pro, rendering a 4K video will take 15-20% longer than on an 8-core Ryzen 7 5800H, but the performance is sufficient for editing short clips.

Gaming

- Iris Xe Graphics: In GTA V (1080p, medium settings), you can expect 50-60 FPS, and in Rocket League, 70-80 FPS. For AAA games of 2025 (like Cyberpunk 2077), a discrete GPU will be necessary.

Turbo Boost Mode: During short bursts of load (such as launching applications or exporting files), the frequency can spike up to 5.0 GHz, but it drops to 4.2-4.5 GHz after 20-30 seconds due to overheating in compact enclosures.

Usage Scenarios

Who is the i7-11375H Designed For?

1. Students and Office Workers: Fast performance with browsers, documents, and video calls.

2. Amateur Creators: Photo editing in Lightroom, video editing at 1080p.

3. Casual Gamers: Games like CS:GO, Dota 2, or indie projects without discrete graphics.

4. Mobile Users: Those who value a thin chassis (laptops starting at 1.2 kg) and portability.

Limitations: The 4 cores are not well-suited for 3D rendering, streaming, or working with neural networks; for these tasks, it’s better to opt for 8-core AMD Ryzen 7 or Apple M2 processors.

Battery Life

How Does TDP Affect Runtime?

In ultrabooks with a 50-60 Wh battery (e.g., Asus ZenBook 14), the i7-11375H offers 7-9 hours for document work and 4-5 hours for YouTube streaming. This is worse than the Apple M1 (up to 15 hours) but comparable to the Ryzen 5 5600U.

Power-Saving Technologies:

- Intel Adaptix: Dynamic disabling of unused cores.

- Display Power Saving: Reducing screen brightness and refresh rate.

Tip: Choose laptops with low-power IPS displays (e.g., LG Gram) and NVMe SSDs — this can add 1-2 hours to battery life.

Comparison with Competitors

AMD Ryzen 5 5600H (Cezanne, 7 nm):

- Pros: 6 cores, better performance in multi-threaded tasks.

- Cons: Weaker graphics (Vega 7), poorer optimization for Windows.

Apple M1:

- Pros: Better energy efficiency, 8 cores.

- Cons: Limited compatibility with Windows programs.

Intel Core i7-11800H (Tiger Lake-H45):

- Pros: 8 cores, higher performance.

- Cons: TDP of 45 W, more heat generation.

Conclusion: The i7-11375H is a balanced choice for those who prioritize portability and versatility.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Strengths:

- High single-core performance for office tasks.

- Iris Xe — the best integrated graphics from 2021–2023.

- Support for Thunderbolt 4 and Wi-Fi 6.

Weaknesses:

- Only 4 cores: lags behind Ryzen and Apple in multi-threading.

- Heat under load in thin cases.

- Price: laptops with this CPU cost more than Ryzen 5 equivalents.

Laptop Selection Recommendations

Types of Devices:

- Ultrabooks: Dell XPS 13, HP Spectre x360. Focus on weight and battery life.

- Compact Workstations: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon. Good keyboard and ports.

- Hybrids with Touchscreen: Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio.

What to Pay Attention To:

1. Cooling: Two fans and copper heat pipes are a must.

2. Display: IPS with 300 nits and 100% sRGB for color work.

3. Ports: Thunderbolt 4 for connecting an external GPU or 4K monitor.

Model Examples for 2025:

- Acer Swift 3 (14"): $899, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD.

- Asus Vivobook Pro 15: $1099, OLED display, 32 GB RAM.

Final Takeaway

The Intel Core i7-11375H is suitable for those seeking a balanced laptop for work and entertainment without overpaying for excess power. Its key advantages include:

- Quick response in everyday tasks.

- The ability to play light projects without discrete graphics.

- Portability and stylish design.

However, for professional editing, streaming, or demanding games, it’s better to opt for models with 8-core CPUs and RTX 4050. In 2025, the i7-11375H is a solid option for students, freelancers, and travelers who value compactness and versatility.

Basic

Label Name

Intel

Platform

Mobile

Launch Date

January 2021

Model Name

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.

i7-11375H

Code Name

Tiger Lake

CPU Specifications

Total Cores

Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).

Total Threads

Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.

Max Turbo Frequency

Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.

5.00 GHz

Intel Turbo Boost Technology

Intel® Turbo Boost Technology dynamically increases the processor's frequency as needed by taking advantage of thermal and power headroom to give you a burst of speed when you need it, and increased energy efficiency when you don’t.

2.0

Intel Hyper-Threading Technology

Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) delivers two processing threads per physical core. Highly threaded applications can get more work done in parallel, completing tasks sooner.

Yes

Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Frequency

Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 identifies the best performing core(s) on a processor and provides increased performance on those cores through increasing frequency as needed by taking advantage of power and thermal headroom. Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 frequency is the clock frequency of the CPU when running in this mode.

5.00 GHz

Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0

Yes

L3 Cache

12 MB

CPU Socket

The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.

FCBGA1449 | FCLGA1449

Technology

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.

10 nm SuperFin

TDP

28 W

Max. Operating Temperature

Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.

100°C

Instruction Set

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.

64-bit

Microprocessor PCIe Revision

Gen 4

Memory Specifications

Memory Type

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.

DDR4-3200 | LPDDR4x-4267

Max Memory Size

Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.

64 GB

Memory Channels

The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.

Bus Speed

4 GT/s

ECC Memory Supported

ECC Memory Supported indicates processor support for Error-Correcting Code memory. ECC memory is a type of system memory that can detect and correct common kinds of internal data corruption. Note that ECC memory support requires both processor and chipset support.

GPU Specifications

Integrated Graphics Model

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.

Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics

Graphics Frequency

Graphics max dynamic frequency refers to the maximum opportunistic graphics render clock frequency (in MHz) that can be supported using Intel® HD Graphics with Dynamic Frequency feature.

1.35 GHz

DirectX Support

DirectX* Support indicates support for a specific version of Microsoft’s collection of APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) for handling multimedia compute tasks.

12.1

Execution Units

The Execution Unit is the foundational building block of Intel’s graphics architecture. Execution Units are compute processors optimized for simultaneous Multi-Threading for high throughput compute power.

Max Resolution (HDMI)

Max Resolution (HDMI) is the maximum resolution supported by the processor via the HDMI interface (24bits per pixel & 60Hz). System or device display resolution is dependent on multiple system design factors; actual resolution may be lower on your system.

4096x2304@60Hz

Max Resolution (DP)

Max Resolution (DP) is the maximum resolution supported by the processor via the DP interface (24bits per pixel & 60Hz). System or device display resolution is dependent on multiple system design factors; actual resolution may be lower on your system.

7680x4320@60Hz

Max Resolution (eDP - Integrated Flat Panel)

Max Resolution (Integrated Flat Panel) is the maximum resolution supported by the processor for a device with an integrated flat panel (24bits per pixel & 60Hz). System or device display resolution is dependent on multiple system design factors; actual resolution may be lower on your device.

4096x2304@60Hz

Number of Displays Supported

Graphics Output

Graphics Output defines the interfaces available to communicate with display devices.

eDP 1.4b | MIPI-DSI 2.0 | DP 1.4 | HDMI 2.0b

Miscellaneous

Intel Deep Learning Boost (Intel DL Boost) on CPU

A new set of embedded processor technologies designed to accelerate AI deep learning use cases. It extends Intel AVX-512 with a new Vector Neural Network Instruction (VNNI) that significantly increases deep learning inference performance over previous generations.

Yes

Intel Image Processing Unit

6.0

Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)

Intel® Virtualization Technology (VT-x) allows one hardware platform to function as multiple “virtual” platforms. It offers improved manageability by limiting downtime and maintaining productivity by isolating computing activities into separate partitions.

Yes

Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)

Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) continues from the existing support for IA-32 (VT-x) and Itanium® processor (VT-i) virtualization adding new support for I/O-device virtualization. Intel VT-d can help end users improve security and reliability of the systems and also improve performance of I/O devices in virtualized environments.

Yes

Intel Standard Manageability (ISM)

Intel® Standard Manageability is the manageability solution for Intel vPro® Essentials platforms and is a subset of Intel® AMT with out-of-band management over Ethernet and Wi-Fi, but no KVM or new life cycle management features.

Intel® SSE4.1 | Intel® SSE4.2 | Intel® AVX2 | Intel® AVX-512

Cache

CPU Cache is an area of fast memory located on the processor. Intel® Smart Cache refers to the architecture that allows all cores to dynamically share access to the last level cache.

12 MB Intel® Smart Cache

Intel AES New Instructions

Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) are a set of instructions that enable fast and secure data encryption and decryption. AES-NI are valuable for a wide range of cryptographic applications, for example: applications that perform bulk encryption/decryption, authentication, random number generation, and authenticated encryption.

Yes

Intel High Definition Audio

Yes

Intel Volume Management Device (VMD)

Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD) provides a common, robust method of hot plug and LED management for NVMe-based solid state drives.

Yes

Intel Boot Guard

Intel® Device Protection Technology with Boot Guard helps protect the system’s pre-OS environment from viruses and malicious software attacks.

Yes

Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)

Intel® VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), also known as Second Level Address Translation (SLAT), provides acceleration for memory intensive virtualized applications. Extended Page Tables in Intel® Virtualization Technology platforms reduces the memory and power overhead costs and increases battery life through hardware optimization of page table management.

Yes

Intel Control-Flow Enforcement Technology

CET - Intel Control-flow Enforcement Technology (CET) helps protect against the misuse of legitimate code snippets through return-oriented programming (ROP) control-flow hijacking attacks.

Yes

Intel OS Guard

Yes

OpenGL Support

OpenGL (Open Graphics Library) is a cross-language, multi-platform API (Application Programming Interface) for rendering 2D and 3D vector graphics.

4.6

OpenCL Support

OpenCL (Open Computing Language) is a multi-platform API (Application Programming Interface) for heterogeneous parallel programming.

3.0

Intel Quick Sync Video

Intel® Quick Sync Video delivers fast conversion of video for portable media players, online sharing, and video editing and authoring.

Yes

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6

Single Core Score

1845

Geekbench 6

Multi Core Score

5511

Geekbench 5

Single Core Score

1260

Geekbench 5

Multi Core Score

4086

Passmark CPU

Single Core Score

2971

Passmark CPU

Multi Core Score

11874

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core

2043 +10.7%

Core 7 150U

1943 +5.3%

Core i7-11375H

1845

Xeon W-1270P

1720 -6.8%

Ryzen 7 5825U

1657 -10.2%

Geekbench 6 Multi Core

Xeon E-2246G

6242 +13.3%

Ryzen 7 1800X

5799 +5.2%

Core i7-11375H

5511

Core i7-9700T

5184 -5.9%

Core i5-1155G7

4873 -11.6%

Geekbench 5 Single Core

Core Ultra 5 135U

1340 +6.3%

Core i7-9700KF

1296 +2.9%

Core i7-11375H

1260

Core i7-1185G7

1214 -3.7%

Xeon E-2224

1180 -6.3%

Geekbench 5 Multi Core

Xeon E-2334

4557 +11.5%

Ryzen 5 7535H

4316 +5.6%

Core i7-11375H

4086

Core i5-9400

3878 -5.1%

Xeon E3-1230 v6

3725 -8.8%

Passmark CPU Single Core

Core i5-11500

3137 +5.6%

Core i7-10700KF

3048 +2.6%

Core i7-11375H

2971

Ryzen 3 PRO 5475U

2899 -2.4%

Xeon W-2265

2819 -5.1%

Passmark CPU Multi Core

Core i7-9700F

13269 +11.7%

Ryzen 3 3300X

12658 +6.6%

Core i7-11375H

11874

Core i7-9850H

11172 -5.9%

Core i7-9700T

10736 -9.6%