CPU Comparison

Intel Core i7-8665UE vs Core i7-9850HL

A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i7-8665UE is a specialized mobile processor designed for the embedded sector, offering a balance of performance and power efficiency for compact industrial and edge computing devices. As part of the Whiskey Lake family, it features four cores and eight threads, providing substantial parallel processing capabilities within a strict 15-watt thermal envelope. What sets this embedded variant apart is its long-life availability, ensuring extended support cycles crucial for medical, retail, and industrial applications. Operating with a base frequency of 1.7 GHz and a maximum turbo of 4.4 GHz, it delivers responsive performance for specialized workloads. The processor supports both DDR4 and LPDDR3 memory configurations, giving system designers flexibility in balancing speed and power consumption. With configurable TDP options, it can adapt to various thermal constraints, making it highly versatile for custom form factors where reliability and sustained performance are paramount over raw clock speed.

Intel · Core i7
Intel Core i7-8665UE
4C / 8T4.4 GHz15 W
8
Full review
Intel · 9th Generation Core i7
Core i7-9850HL
6C / 12T4.1 GHz25 W
8
Full review

The Bottom Line

Overview & Launch

Brand
Intel
Intel
Market
Mobile
Mobile
Segment
Mobile Embedded
Embedded Mobile
Generation
Core i7 (Whiskey Lake)
9th Gen
Launched
2018
2019
Status
End-of-life
End-of-life
Codename
Whiskey Lake-U
Coffee Lake-HR
Series
Core i7
9th Generation Core i7
Family
8th Generation
Coffee Lake-HR
Predecessor
Intel Core i7-8650U
Core i7-8850H
Successor
Intel Core i7-1185GRE
N/A

Specifications Compared

Cores & Clocks
Cores
4
6
Threads
8
12
Base Clock
1.7 GHz
1.9 GHz
Boost Clock
4.4 GHz
4.1 GHz
Cache & Power
L3 Cache
8 MB
9 MB
TDP
15 W
25 W
Architecture
Architecture
Whiskey Lake-U
Coffee Lake-HR
Process Node
14nm
14nm
Memory
Memory Type
DDR3, DDR4
DDR4
Memory Speed
2400 MT/s
2666 MT/s
Memory Channels
Dual (2)
Dual (2)
Max Memory
64 GB
128 GB
Platform & I/O
Socket
Intel BGA 1528
Intel BGA 1440
PCIe Version
Gen 3
PCIe 3.0
PCIe Lanes
16
16
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
Unlocked
No
No

Performance Compared

Productivity

Intel Core i7-8665UE75

Handles specialized industrial software efficiently.

Core i7-9850HL

Gaming

Intel Core i7-8665UE25

Not intended for gaming; UHD 620 is insufficient for modern titles.

Core i7-9850HL

Virtualization

Intel Core i7-8665UE70

vPro and TSX make it decent for light edge virtualization.

Core i7-9850HL

Efficiency

Intel Core i7-8665UE90

Excellent efficiency for always-on embedded devices.

Core i7-9850HL

Specialized Performance

AI / ML

Intel Core i7-8665UELimited
  • No dedicated AI hardware
  • Relies on CPU for inference
Core i7-9850HL

No data

Content Creation

Intel Core i7-8665UEFair
Data AcquisitionSignal ProcessingIndustrial UI
Core i7-9850HL

No data

Gaming

Intel Core i7-8665UELow
  • Uses Intel UHD Graphics 620
  • Suitable only for basic display output
  • Not for gaming applications
Core i7-9850HL

No data

Industry Impact

Gaming
None
None
Workstations
Moderate
Moderate
Content Creation
Low
Low
Virtualization
Moderate
Moderate

Best CPU by Use Case

Edge Computing
Excellent
Medical Imaging
Very Good
Industrial Control
Excellent
Digital Signage
Excellent
Gaming
Poor
Industrial Automation
Excellent
Edge IoT Gateways
Excellent

Target Audience

Gamers
Content Creators
Developers
Targeted
Workstation Users
Streamers
Office / Productivity
Students

Strengths & Weaknesses

Intel Core i7-8665UE

Pros

  • Intel vPro support
  • Long lifecycle availability
  • Configurable TDP for fanless designs
  • Good burst performance

Cons

  • Expensive due to embedded market
  • Weak integrated graphics
  • Soldered BGA package
  • Older 14nm process
Core i7-9850HL

Pros

  • Extremely low 25W TDP for a 6-core chip
  • Long-term embedded availability
  • Supports Hyper-Threading
  • Includes UHD 630 graphics

Cons

  • Very low base clock (1.9 GHz)
  • Hard to source for consumers
  • Soldered BGA package
  • Reduced L3 cache (9MB)

Competitors & Alternatives

Intel Core i7-8665UE

  • AMD Ryzen Embedded V1605B

    Embedded

    Rival
  • Compare head-to-head
  • Compare head-to-head
  • AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B

    Embedded

    Rival
  • Intel Atom x7-E3950

    Embedded

    Rival
  • Intel Core i7-1185GRE
    Alt

    Newer 11th Gen embedded with better graphics.

  • AMD Ryzen Embedded V2000
    Alt

    More cores and better efficiency.

  • Intel NUC 11 Pro
    Alt

    Modern alternative for edge computing.

  • AMD Ryzen 5 5600GE
    Alt

    Desktop embedded alternative with more power.

Core i7-9850HL

  • AMD Ryzen Embedded V1605B

    Embedded Mobile

    Rival
  • Intel Core i7-8665UE

    Embedded Mobile

    Rival
    Compare head-to-head
  • AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B

    Embedded Mobile

    Rival
  • Intel Xeon E-2278GEL

    Embedded Server

    Rival
  • Intel Core i5-9500HL

    Embedded Mobile

    Rival
  • Intel Core i7-9850HE
    Alt

    Higher 45W TDP for better sustained performance.

  • Intel Core i7-8665U
    Alt

    Lower core count but even lower power (15W).

  • Previous gen 45W embedded alternative.

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Our Verdict on Each

A robust embedded processor offering excellent longevity and vPro manageability for specialized industrial applications.

Best for: Designing a long-life medical or industrial edge device.

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Core i7-9850HLSituational

An impressive embedded CPU that brings 6-core performance to the 25W TDP class, perfect for fanless industrial applications.

Best for: Sourcing for embedded industrial builds

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster for gaming, Intel Core i7-8665UE or Core i7-9850HL?

For gaming, the Intel Core i7-8665UE leads with a gaming performance score of 25/100 among Intel Core i7-8665UE and Core i7-9850HL.

Which uses less power?

The Intel Core i7-8665UE has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Core i7-8665UE (15 W), Core i7-9850HL (25 W).

Do Intel Core i7-8665UE and Core i7-9850HL use the same socket?

No. They use different sockets (Intel Core i7-8665UE: Intel BGA 1528, Core i7-9850HL: Intel BGA 1440), so each needs a compatible motherboard.

Which has more cores?

The Core i7-9850HL has the most cores. Core counts: Intel Core i7-8665UE (4 cores), Core i7-9850HL (6 cores).

Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?

The Intel Core i7-8665UE posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i7-8665UE (8,200). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.