CPU Comparison
Intel Core i7-11375H vs Intel Core i7-11800H
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i7-11375H is a 4-core, 8-thread mobile processor built on the 10nm SuperFin process, designed for thin-and-light gaming laptops and premium ultraportables requiring high single-threaded performance.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Snappy application launches and excellent single-threaded responsiveness.
Blazes through heavy multi-threaded applications like Premiere Pro and Blender.
Gaming
Delivers high framerates in esports titles when paired with a discrete GPU.
Consistently high frame rates in modern titles, limited only by the discrete GPU.
Virtualization
Limited by 4 cores; suitable for light VM usage but not heavy workloads.
16 threads make it highly capable for local VMs and containerized development.
Efficiency
The 28W TDP combined with 10nm SuperFin offers great performance per watt.
Consumes more power than newer 12th Gen Alder Lake parts under load.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Features Intel DL Boost for basic AI workloads
- Not suitable for heavy local LLM inference due to 4-core limit
- Capable of running medium-sized local AI models
- AVX-512 and DL Boost accelerate CPU-based inference
Content Creation
Gaming
- Excels in CPU-bound esports scenarios like CS:GO and Valorant
- 5.0 GHz boost pushes high frame rates
- 4 cores may bottleneck modern AAA titles at ultra settings
- Massive 24MB L3 cache boosts game performance significantly
- Handles CPU-bound titles like Microsoft Flight Simulator well
- Pairs perfectly with RTX 3060 and 3070 mobile GPUs
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Exceptional single-core clock speeds up to 5.0 GHz
- Low 28W base TDP ideal for thin chassis
- 20 PCIe 4.0 lanes for modern connectivity
- Excellent Iris Xe 96EU integrated graphics
Cons
- Only 4 cores and 8 threads
- Locked multiplier
- Outperformed by 8-core competitors in multi-threading
- Hard to find in modern laptop configurations
Pros
- Excellent 8-core, 16-thread performance
- Massive 24MB L3 cache significantly boosts gaming
- 20 PCIe 4.0 lanes for fast storage and GPUs
- Competitive single-core clock speeds
Cons
- Locked multiplier
- 35W base TDP can run hot in poorly cooled laptops
- Does not support DDR5 or LPDDR5
- Surpassed by 12th Gen Alder Lake in hybrid efficiency
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Core i7-11375H
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800URival
Thin-and-Light Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800HRival
High-Performance Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-11800HRival
High-Performance Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1Rival
ARM Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600HRival
High-Performance Mobile
Nearly identical performance at a slightly lower clock speed.
Compare head-to-head- Intel Core i5-11300HAlt
Better value if 5.0 GHz boost is not strictly necessary.
- Intel Core i7-1165G7Alt
Better power efficiency for non-gaming ultraportables.
Intel Core i7-11800H
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800HRival
High-Performance Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 9 5900HXRival
High-Performance Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i9-11900HRival
High-Performance Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1 ProRival
ARM Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800URival
Thin-and-Light Mobile
Better for thin-and-light laptops if 8 cores are not needed.
Compare head-to-head- Intel Core i5-11400HAlt
A budget-friendly alternative with 6 cores that performs well in gaming.
A newer generation with significantly better multi-core performance via a hybrid architecture.
Compare head-to-head
Our Verdict on Each
A specialized 4-core chip that excels in single-core workloads and esports gaming, though its core count limits heavy multi-threaded rendering.
Best for: Buying a lightweight, portable gaming laptop for esports
Read the full reviewA massive leap for Intel's mobile lineup, offering excellent 8-core multi-threaded performance and strong single-core speeds for gaming.
Best for: Buying a discounted 11th Gen gaming laptop for high-end 1080p/1440p gaming
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Core i7-11375H or Intel Core i7-11800H?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Core i7-11800H comes out ahead with a score of 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 i7-11375H or Intel Core i7-11800H?
For gaming, the Intel Core i7-11800H leads with a gaming performance score of 95/100 among Intel Core i7-11375H and Intel Core i7-11800H.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Core i7-11375H has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Core i7-11375H (28 W), Intel Core i7-11800H (35 W).
Do Intel Core i7-11375H and Intel Core i7-11800H use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (Intel Core i7-11375H: Intel BGA 1449, Intel Core i7-11800H: Intel BGA 1787), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which has more cores?
The Intel Core i7-11800H has the most cores. Core counts: Intel Core i7-11375H (4 cores), Intel Core i7-11800H (8 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core i7-11800H posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i7-11375H (11,500), Intel Core i7-11800H (18,500). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.