CPU Comparison
Intel Core i7-11370H vs Core i7-1165G7 (IPU)
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.
Unaffected by IPU; maintains 4.7 GHz burst performance.
Gaming
Can run esports titles well on integrated graphics, and pairs well with mobile GTX/RTX GPUs.
Identical to standard 1165G7; Iris Xe handles 1080p medium gaming well.
Virtualization
4 cores limit the ability to run multiple heavy VMs simultaneously.
Standard 4-core mobile performance.
Efficiency
28W TDP is well-optimized for thin-and-light chassis.
IPU is highly efficient, offloading work that would otherwise use CPU power.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Adequate for basic AI background blur and noise cancellation
- Not suitable for heavy AI inference
- GNA for audio AI
- IPU for visual AI tasks like gaze correction
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
- Identical gaming performance to standard 1165G7
- Great for 1080p medium settings
- Requires fast dual-channel memory
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
- Dedicated IPU 6.0 improves webcam quality drastically
- Offloads video processing from CPU
- Excellent single-core speed
- Powerful Iris Xe integrated graphics
- Supports MIPI camera sensors
Cons
- Performance is identical to standard 1165G7 for non-camera tasks
- Only 4 cores
- Requires OEM to actually wire a MIPI camera to the IPU to be useful
- End-of-life platform
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 (IPU)
- AMD Ryzen 7 4800URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i7-1185G7Rival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-1135G7Rival
Mobile
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2Rival
Mobile
Better efficiency and more cores, though IPU integration continues.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 7 5800UAlt
Superior multi-core performance for heavy workloads.
- Intel Core i7-1165G7Alt
Standard version performs identically if IPU isn't needed.
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600UAlt
Great budget alternative with solid 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 highly capable mobile CPU that distinguishes itself with dedicated image processing hardware, perfect for the modern remote-work laptop.
Best for: Buying a used premium laptop specifically for remote work and high-quality video calls.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Core i7-11370H or Core i7-1165G7 (IPU)?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i7-1165G7 (IPU) comes out ahead with a score of 8.9/10. 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 (IPU)?
For gaming, the Core i7-1165G7 (IPU) leads with a gaming performance score of 78/100 among Intel Core i7-11370H and Core i7-1165G7 (IPU).
Do Intel Core i7-11370H and Core i7-1165G7 (IPU) 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 (IPU) (4,500). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.