CPU Comparison
Intel Core i7-11370H vs Core i7-1165G7
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i7-11370H is a 4-core, 8-thread mobile processor designed for thin-and-light performance laptops, offering strong single-threaded capabilities and Iris Xe graphics.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
High clock speeds make everyday tasks and light productivity feel incredibly fast.
Snappy application launch and multitasking due to high single-core boost.
Gaming
Can run esports titles well on integrated graphics, and pairs well with mobile GTX/RTX GPUs.
Capable of playing modern titles at 1080p medium settings thanks to Iris Xe.
Virtualization
4 cores limit the ability to run multiple heavy VMs simultaneously.
Adequate for light VMs, but limited by 4 cores.
Efficiency
28W TDP is well-optimized for thin-and-light chassis.
Excellent idle power and load efficiency on the 10nm node.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Adequate for basic AI background blur and noise cancellation
- Not suitable for heavy AI inference
- DL Boost for low-power AI inference
- GNA for background noise cancellation
Content Creation
Gaming
- Capable of 60fps in older titles using integrated graphics
- Pairs well with RTX 3050 for 1080p gaming
- 4 cores may bottleneck high-end mobile GPUs
- Excellent for an iGPU
- Requires dual-channel memory for best results
- Can play CS:GO and Valorant easily
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Strong single-core performance
- Excellent integrated Iris Xe graphics
- 20 PCIe 4.0 lanes
- Compact 28W power envelope
Cons
- Only 4 cores and 8 threads
- Locked multiplier
- Surpassed by newer Alder Lake P-series chips
- Relies heavily on cooling to sustain 4.8 GHz
Pros
- Excellent single-core performance
- Iris Xe graphics are class-leading for integrated
- Great power efficiency
- Supports fast PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs
- Built on Intel's 10nm process
Cons
- Only 4 cores and 8 threads
- Soldered to motherboard (BGA)
- Multi-core performance lags behind AMD's 8-core mobile chips
- Can throttle under sustained load if laptop cooling is poor
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Core i7-11370H
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800URival
Thin-and-Light Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600URival
Thin-and-Light Mobile
- Intel Core i7-1165G7Rival
Thin-and-Light Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1Rival
ARM Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-11375HRival
High-Performance Mobile
- Intel Core i5-11300HAlt
A budget alternative with very similar 4-core performance.
If you need 8-core performance and can handle the extra heat.
Compare head-to-headA newer 12th Gen alternative with a hybrid architecture for better efficiency.
Compare head-to-head
Core i7-1165G7
- AMD Ryzen 7 4800URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-1135G7Rival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1Rival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 4600URival
Mobile
12th Gen offers better efficiency and more cores.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 5500UAlt
Budget-friendly with good multi-core performance.
Our Verdict on Each
A solid 4-core processor that delivers excellent single-core performance for thin laptops, though its multi-core capabilities are limited by modern standards.
Best for: Purchasing a lightweight, portable laptop for everyday use and occasional gaming
Read the full reviewA landmark mobile processor that brought massive single-core and integrated graphics improvements to the ultrabook segment.
Best for: Purchasing a used or refurbished premium ultrabook for productivity and light gaming.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Core i7-11370H or Core i7-1165G7?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i7-1165G7 comes out ahead with a score of 8.8/10. 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 i7-11370H or Core i7-1165G7?
For gaming, the Core i7-1165G7 leads with a gaming performance score of 78/100 among Intel Core i7-11370H and Core i7-1165G7.
Do Intel Core i7-11370H and Core i7-1165G7 use the same socket?
Yes — all of these CPUs use the Intel BGA 1449 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core i7-11370H posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i7-11370H (11,000), Core i7-1165G7 (4,500). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.