CPU Comparison
Intel Core i5-1035G1 vs Intel Core i5-1035G4
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i5-1035G1 is a mainstream mobile processor introduced in August 2019 as part of the 10th Generation Ice Lake-U lineup. Fabricated on Intel's 10nm process, it features four cores and eight threads, utilizing the Sunny Cove microarchitecture to deliver substantial instruction-per-clock improvements over older generations. Operating at a 15-watt TDP, it is designed for thin-and-light laptops where balancing performance and battery life is crucial. Unlike its G4 and G7 siblings, the G1 variant integrates Intel UHD Graphics, offering solid multimedia capabilities but lacking the enhanced graphical horsepower of the Iris Plus series. It supports LPDDR4 memory up to 3733 MT/s and features PCIe Gen 3 connectivity. With a base clock of 1.0 GHz and boosting up to 3.6 GHz, this chip serves as a reliable workhorse for everyday productivity, web browsing, and media consumption in budget-friendly to mid-range portable computing devices.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Handles office tasks, browsing, and light coding efficiently.
Strong single and multi-core performance for daily office work and multitasking.
Gaming
The UHD graphics with only 32 EUs are not suitable for modern gaming.
The 48-EU graphics can handle older games and e-sports titles at lower settings.
Virtualization
Can run light virtual machines but limited by core count.
Adequate for light VMs, though limited by 4 cores.
Efficiency
10nm process ensures good battery life in 15W configurations.
10nm process ensures good battery life in standard 15W configurations.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Lacks DL Boost instructions found in higher-end models
- Limited to basic CPU-based AI tasks
- Lacks DL Boost found in higher-end models
- Capable of basic AI inference
Content Creation
Gaming
- Only 32 Execution Units (UHD Graphics)
- Struggles with modern 3D games
- Suitable only for 2D or very old games
- 48 Execution Units provide decent graphical headroom
- Can run CS:GO and Valorant smoothly
- Not suitable for modern AAA games at high settings
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Good everyday CPU performance
- 10nm process for good efficiency
- Supports fast LPDDR4X memory
- Native Thunderbolt 3 support
- Cost-effective solution for OEMs
Cons
- Only 32 EUs (UHD Graphics)
- Locked multiplier
- Soldered to the motherboard
- Outclassed by newer 11th Gen and AMD Ryzen 5000 chips
Pros
- Iris Plus graphics with 48 EUs
- Good single-thread performance
- 10nm power efficiency
- Native Thunderbolt 3 support
- Decent casual gaming capability
Cons
- Not as graphically powerful as the G7 variant
- Soldered to motherboard
- Outperformed by newer AMD and Intel chips
- Can thermal throttle under heavy load in thin laptops
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Core i5-1035G1
- AMD Ryzen 5 3500URival
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- AMD Ryzen 7 3700URival
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- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1065G7Rival
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- AMD Ryzen 5 3550HRival
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Tiger Lake successor with much better graphics and IPC.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 5500UAlt
Offers significantly better multi-core and graphics performance.
Modern Alder Lake alternative with vastly superior performance.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 3 5300UAlt
Budget alternative with competitive graphics.
- Intel Core i7-1165G7Alt
Higher tier alternative if sticking to Intel 11th Gen.
Intel Core i5-1035G4
- AMD Ryzen 5 3550URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 3750HRival
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- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-1035G1Rival
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- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1065G7Rival
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- AMD Ryzen 5 3500URival
Mobile
Tiger Lake successor with significantly better graphics and IPC.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 5600UAlt
Better efficiency and multi-core performance.
Modern alternative with vastly superior multi-core performance.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 7 4700UAlt
Stronger multi-core alternative in the same category.
Higher graphical performance alternative (64 EUs).
Compare head-to-head
Our Verdict on Each
A solid 10nm processor that brings Sunny Cove architecture to the mainstream, though the lack of Iris Plus graphics limits its creative potential.
Best for: Buying a discounted used laptop for basic productivity and student work.
Read the full reviewA balanced mobile processor that combines Sunny Cove architecture with 48-EU Iris Plus graphics, offering a good middle ground for multimedia tasks.
Best for: Purchasing a mid-range used laptop for light creative work and media consumption.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Core i5-1035G1 or Intel Core i5-1035G4?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Core i5-1035G4 comes out ahead with a score of 8/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.
Which is faster for gaming, Intel Core i5-1035G1 or Intel Core i5-1035G4?
For gaming, the Intel Core i5-1035G4 leads with a gaming performance score of 55/100 among Intel Core i5-1035G1 and Intel Core i5-1035G4.
Do Intel Core i5-1035G1 and Intel Core i5-1035G4 use the same socket?
Yes — all of these CPUs use the Intel BGA 1526 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core i5-1035G4 posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i5-1035G1 (7,500), Intel Core i5-1035G4 (7,800). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.