CPU Comparison
Intel Core i5-10200H vs Core i5-11300H
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i5-10200H is a 10th generation mobile processor targeting budget-friendly gaming laptops. Released in September 2020, it is part of the Comet Lake-H family and is built on the 14nm process. It features 4 cores and 8 threads, providing standard multi-tasking capabilities for entry-level gaming. The base clock is set at 2.4 GHz, with a maximum turbo boost of 4.1 GHz, making it the lowest-binned i5 in the 10th gen mobile H-series. It operates within a 45W TDP, fitting well into thinner budget laptop designs. The chip includes 6 MB of Intel Smart Cache and supports dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 2933 MT/s. It integrates basic Intel UHD Graphics, but is universally paired with dedicated mobile GPUs for actual gaming. With 16 PCIe 3.0 lanes, it provides adequate bandwidth for a discrete GPU and storage, serving as an affordable entry point into mobile gaming.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
4 cores at lower clocks limit multitasking capabilities.
High clock speeds ensure smooth office and browsing performance.
Gaming
Struggles with modern CPU-heavy games, but fine for low-end eSports.
80EU graphics are good for light gaming, but fall short of the 11320H's 96EU.
Virtualization
Not recommended for virtual machines.
4 cores can handle light VMs but will bottleneck quickly.
Efficiency
14nm process is inefficient, leading to lower battery life.
28W TDP runs warmer than U-series but is manageable in thin chassis.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No dedicated AI hardware.
- Low clock speeds make CPU inference very slow.
- Intel GNA 2.0 for AI-accelerated background tasks
Content Creation
Gaming
- Lowest turbo speeds in the 10th gen mobile i5 stack.
- Will bottleneck modern GPUs in CPU-bound games.
- Best suited for GTX 1650 class laptops at 1080p Medium.
- 80EU Iris Xe is sufficient for Minecraft, Sims 4, and CS:GO
- Not recommended for modern AAA games
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Found in very cheap laptops
- Good enough for basic school work
- Supports DDR4-2933
- Has 8 threads for basic multitasking
Cons
- Lowest clock speeds in the lineup
- 4 cores are outdated for modern gaming
- 14nm process runs warm
- Soldered and non-upgradable
Pros
- Good single-core performance
- 28W TDP allows for sustained boosts
- 80EU Iris Xe graphics
- Supports PCIe 4.0
- Solid choice for everyday ultrabooks
Cons
- Only 4 cores and 8 threads
- No DDR5 support
- Slightly weaker graphics than the 11320H
- Locked multiplier
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Core i5-10200H
- AMD Ryzen 5 4600HRival
Mobile Mainstream
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-10300HRival
Mobile Mainstream
- AMD Ryzen 5 3550HRival
Mobile Budget
- Intel Core i5-9300HRival
Previous Gen Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-10400HRival
Mobile Mainstream
- Intel Core i5-11400HAlt
Better architecture and 6 cores.
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600HAlt
Vastly superior IPC and efficiency.
- Intel Core i3-12100HAlt
Modern 4-core with hyper-threading that beats it.
Core i5-11300H
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600HRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-11370HRival
Mobile
- Intel Core i5-11320HRival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i7-1165G7Alt
A 15W alternative if you want better battery life.
Newer Alder Lake hybrid chip with 12 cores.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 5625UAlt
More efficient with comparable multi-core performance.
Our Verdict on Each
As the lowest-binned 10th gen mobile i5, it offers basic functionality for budget gaming but struggles with modern CPU demands and lacks efficiency.
Best for: Buying a used laptop for under $300 for basic eSports.
Read the full reviewA capable 4-core chip that brought H-series performance to thin-and-light laptops, though outclassed by newer generations.
Best for: Budget thin-and-light laptops
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Core i5-10200H or Core i5-11300H?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i5-11300H comes out ahead with a score of 7.5/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.
Which uses less power?
The Core i5-11300H has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Core i5-10200H (45 W), Core i5-11300H (28 W).
Do Intel Core i5-10200H and Core i5-11300H use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (Intel Core i5-10200H: BGA 1440, Core i5-11300H: Intel BGA 1449), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core i5-10200H posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i5-10200H (8,500), Core i5-11300H (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.