CPU Comparison

Intel Core i7-8665UE vs Core i7-1185G7E

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
Top pick
Intel · Core i7
Core i7-1185G7E
4C / 8T4.4 GHz15 W
8.5
Full review

The Bottom Line

Overview & Launch

Brand
Intel
Intel
Market
Mobile
Embedded
Segment
Mobile Embedded
Embedded
Generation
Core i7 (Whiskey Lake)
11th Generation Core i7
Launched
2018
2020
Status
End-of-life
Active
Codename
Whiskey Lake-U
Tiger Lake-U
Series
Core i7
Core i7
Family
8th Generation
11th Gen
Predecessor
Intel Core i7-8650U
Intel Core i7-8665UE
Successor
Intel Core i7-1185GRE
Intel Core i7-1370PE

Specifications Compared

Cores & Clocks
Cores
4
4
Threads
8
8
Base Clock
1.7 GHz
1.8 GHz
Boost Clock
4.4 GHz
4.4 GHz
Cache & Power
L3 Cache
8 MB
12 MB
TDP
15 W
15 W
Architecture
Architecture
Whiskey Lake-U
Willow Cove
Process Node
14nm
10nm
Memory
Memory Type
DDR3, DDR4
DDR4, LPDDR4X
Memory Speed
2400 MT/s
DDR4-3200, LPDDR4X-4267
Memory Channels
Dual (2)
Dual (2)
Max Memory
64 GB
64 GB
Platform & I/O
Socket
Intel BGA 1528
BGA 1449
PCIe Version
Gen 3
PCIe 4.0
PCIe Lanes
16
4
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
Unlocked
No
No

Performance Compared

Productivity

Intel Core i7-8665UE75

Handles specialized industrial software efficiently.

Core i7-1185G7EBest80

Snappy single-thread performance handles specific industrial applications efficiently.

Gaming

Intel Core i7-8665UE25

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

Core i7-1185G7EBest65

Not intended for gaming, but Iris Xe can handle basic visualization loads easily.

Virtualization

Intel Core i7-8665UEBest70

vPro and TSX make it decent for light edge virtualization.

Core i7-1185G7E65

Adequate for lightweight edge virtualization tasks.

Efficiency

Intel Core i7-8665UE90

Excellent efficiency for always-on embedded devices.

Core i7-1185G7EBest95

15W TDP ensures excellent performance per watt for embedded devices.

Specialized Performance

AI / ML

Intel Core i7-8665UELimited
  • No dedicated AI hardware
  • Relies on CPU for inference
Core i7-1185G7EGood
  • DLBoost accelerates AI tasks
  • IPU 6.0 not present on this specific SKU
  • Suitable for edge AI inference

Content Creation

Intel Core i7-8665UEFair
Data AcquisitionSignal ProcessingIndustrial UI
Core i7-1185G7EGood
Industrial VisualizationLocal Media DecodingEdge Rendering

Gaming

Intel Core i7-8665UELow
  • Uses Intel UHD Graphics 620
  • Suitable only for basic display output
  • Not for gaming applications
Core i7-1185G7EN/A
  • Not targeted at gaming
  • Graphics capable of basic 3D rendering
  • Dependent on memory configuration

Industry Impact

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

Best CPU by Use Case

Edge Computing
Excellent
Medical Imaging
Very Good
Excellent
Industrial Control
Excellent
Excellent
Digital Signage
Excellent
Excellent
Gaming
Poor
Edge AI Inference
Good
Retail Kiosks
Excellent

Target Audience

Gamers
Content Creators
Developers
Targeted
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 i7-1185G7E

Pros

  • 15-year extended lifecycle support
  • Low 15W base TDP
  • Excellent single-thread performance
  • Iris Xe 96EU graphics
  • 10nm SuperFin efficiency

Cons

  • Only 4 cores
  • Low base clock (1.8 GHz)
  • Limited PCIe lanes (4x)
  • Not suitable for consumer builds

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 i7-1185G7E

  • AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718E

    Embedded

    Rival
  • Intel Core i7-10700TE

    Embedded

    Rival
  • AMD Ryzen Embedded R2544

    Embedded

    Rival
  • Intel Atom x6425E

    Embedded

    Rival
  • NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano

    Edge AI

    Rival
  • Lower cost embedded alternative.

    Compare head-to-head
  • AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546
    Alt

    More cores for edge workloads.

  • Intel Core i7-1185G7
    Alt

    Consumer version with higher base TDP.

  • Intel Xeon D-2700
    Alt

    Server-class edge features.

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 i7-1185G7ERecommended

An excellent embedded processor combining 10nm efficiency, strong single-thread performance, and long-term availability for critical infrastructure.

Best for: Designing medical, retail, or industrial equipment requiring long-term availability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Intel Core i7-8665UE or Core i7-1185G7E?

Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i7-1185G7E comes out ahead with a score of 8.5/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.

Which is faster for gaming, Intel Core i7-8665UE or Core i7-1185G7E?

For gaming, the Core i7-1185G7E leads with a gaming performance score of 65/100 among Intel Core i7-8665UE and Core i7-1185G7E.

Do Intel Core i7-8665UE and Core i7-1185G7E use the same socket?

No. They use different sockets (Intel Core i7-8665UE: Intel BGA 1528, Core i7-1185G7E: BGA 1449), so each needs a compatible motherboard.

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), Core i7-1185G7E (5,800). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.