Intel Core 3 N350 vs Intel Core i7-1165G7 Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded data presents a clear hierarchy between these two mobile processors. The Intel Core i7-1165G7 dominates the Intel Core 3 N350 in 16 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, with the Core 3 N350 securing only a single victory. The Core i7-1165G7 holds a decisive performance lead across nearly every workload category, making it the stronger choice for users who prioritize computing power over efficiency.

The Intel Core 3 N350 is positioned for a different role. Its single win in data encryption (5,693 vs. 5,561, a 2.4% advantage) does not offset the broad deficit elsewhere. The Core 3 N350 operates at a 7 W TDP compared to the Core i7-1165G7's 28 W TDP, which suggests a focus on low-power, fanless designs and extended battery life. The data indicates the Core 3 N350 is suitable for basic productivity and light workloads where the i7-1165G7's higher power draw would be wasteful.

The Core i7-1165G7, despite being an older design from 2020 and now marked as end-of-life, outperforms the newer Core 3 N350 in every Cinebench test. In multi-core Cinebench R23, the i7-1165G7 scores 8,293 versus 6,274 for the Core 3 N350, a 24.3% gap. Single-core performance shows an even starker difference: 1,170 vs. 885 in Cinebench R23 single-core, also a 24.4% deficit for the Core 3 N350. The i7-1165G7 is the pick for anyone needing responsive single-threaded performance or sustained multi-core throughput.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has better multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i7-1165G7 is faster in multi-core workloads. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, it scores 3,483 versus 2,635 for the Core 3 N350, a 24.3% difference. The same margin appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core (8,293 vs. 6,274).

Q: Is the Intel Core 3 N350 more power-efficient?

A: Yes, based on TDP ratings. The Core 3 N350 has a 7 W TDP while the Core i7-1165G7 has a 28 W TDP. The Core 3 N350 also uses a single-channel memory bus, which reduces memory power consumption, though it limits memory bandwidth.

Q: How do their single-core speeds compare?

A: The Core i7-1165G7 is substantially faster. In PassMark single-thread testing, it scores 2,763 versus 1,974 for the Core 3 N350, a 28.6% advantage. Cinebench R23 single-core shows a 24.4% gap (1,170 vs. 885).

Q: Which processor supports faster PCIe?

A: The Core i7-1165G7 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 4 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 3 N350 supports PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes (CPU only). The i7-1165G7 has newer PCIe technology, but the Core 3 N350 offers more lanes.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Core 3 N350 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 with a single-channel bus and 38.4 GB/s bandwidth. The Core i7-1165G7 supports DDR4 and LPDDR4X with a dual-channel bus; its bandwidth is not recorded in the database.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Core 3 N350 has a slightly higher average benchmark score of 9,903 versus 9,235 for the Core i7-1165G7. This is influenced by the Core 3 N350's higher PassMark scores in some tests, but the i7-1165G7 wins most direct comparisons.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel architectures and target different design goals. The Intel Core 3 N350 uses the Twin Lake architecture, listed as part of the Core 3 (Alder Lake-N) generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry. The Core i7-1165G7 uses the Tiger Lake architecture (Willow Cove-U) and is also built on a 10 nm process, but with a 144 mm² die size, whereas the Core 3 N350 has no recorded die size.

The core configurations differ significantly. The Core 3 N350 has 8 cores and 8 threads, while the Core i7-1165G7 has 4 cores and 8 threads. Both support simultaneous multithreading, but the Core 3 N350 relies on more physical cores. The cache hierarchy favors the Core i7-1165G7 in L3 capacity: it has 12 MB shared L3 versus 6 MB shared L3 for the Core 3 N350. The L1 and L2 caches also differ: the Core 3 N350 has 96 KB L1 per core and 2 MB shared L2, while the Core i7-1165G7 has 80 KB L1 per core and 1.25 MB L2 per core.

The integrated graphics units are distinct. The Core 3 N350 pairs with UHD Graphics 770, while the Core i7-1165G7 uses Iris Xe-LP Graphics G7 96EU. The Core i7-1165G7's graphics solution is part of its Tiger Lake design, which integrates higher-end GPU capabilities. The Core 3 N350's graphics are more modest, consistent with its low-power positioning.

Memory support diverges as well. The Core 3 N350 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 with a single-channel bus and 38.4 GB/s bandwidth. The Core i7-1165G7 supports DDR4 and LPDDR4X with a dual-channel bus, but its bandwidth is not recorded. The dual-channel bus on the i7-1165G7 provides a memory bandwidth advantage in practice, despite the lack of a recorded figure.

Specification Differences

The table below highlights the key specification differences between the two processors, based only on recorded data:

| Specification | Intel Core 3 N350 | Intel Core i7-1165G7 |

|---|---|---|

| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8 | 4 / 8 |

| Base Clock | 0.10 GHz | 2.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.90 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 7 W | 28 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1264 | Intel BGA 1449 |

| Architecture | Twin Lake | Tiger Lake |

| Codename | Twin Lake | Tiger Lake-U |

| Generation | Core 3 (Alder Lake-N) | Core i7 (Willow Cove-U) |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 144 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 96 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB shared | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 6 MB shared | 12 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR5 | DDR4, LPDDR4X |

| Memory Bus | Single-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 38.4 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 9 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 4 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Iris Xe-LP Graphics G7 96EU |

| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |

| Release Date | 2025-01-06 | 2020-09-01 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $426 |

| Part Number | SRPNS | SRK02 |

The Core i7-1165G7 has higher base and boost clocks, a higher TDP, and a larger L3 cache. The Core 3 N350 has more cores, a newer release date, and active production status. The sockets are different, meaning they are not interchangeable in a motherboard.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows the Core i7-1165G7 winning 16 of 17 comparisons. The margins vary from narrow to very large. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i7-1165G7 scores 835 versus 632 for the Core 3 N350, a 24.3% lead. The single-core R15 result is 117 vs. 89, also a 23.9% gap. These margins are consistent across Cinebench R20 and R23, with the Core i7-1165G7 leading by 24.3% to 24.4% in both multi-core and single-core variants.

PassMark results follow the same pattern. The largest single gap appears in PassMark find prime numbers: 46 vs. 20, a 56.5% deficit for the Core 3 N350. Extended instructions also show a massive gap: 7,323 vs. 3,981, a 45.6% difference. Physics testing shows a 37.4% gap (712 vs. 446). PassMark multithread scores 9,958 vs. 7,382, a 25.9% gap. Single-thread scores show a 28.6% gap (2,763 vs. 1,974).

The Core 3 N350's only win is in PassMark data encryption: 5,693 vs. 5,561, a 2.4% margin. This is a narrow victory and does not indicate overall superiority. In data compression, the i7-1165G7 leads by 22.3% (103,497 vs. 80,444). Floating point math shows a 10.3% gap (19,830 vs. 17,781), and integer math shows a 17% gap (33,349 vs. 27,669). Random string sorting favors the i7-1165G7 by 20.4% (12,698 vs. 10,102).

The 3DMark results are recorded only for the Core i7-1165G7, with scores of 2,617 (16 threads), 1,342 (2 threads), 2,015 (4 threads), 2,500 (8 threads), 2,645 (max threads), and 811 (single thread). These results are not compared directly to the Core 3 N350 in the head-to-head data, but they indicate the i7-1165G7 scales well across thread counts.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-1165G7 wins in nearly every workload category. Its strengths are most pronounced in single-threaded performance, where it leads by 28.6% in PassMark single-thread and 24.4% in Cinebench R23 single-core. This makes it the better choice for responsive everyday computing, web browsing, office applications, and any software that relies heavily on single-core speed. The 56.5% lead in prime number finding and 45.6% lead in extended instructions indicate strong integer and SIMD performance, beneficial for encryption, scientific calculations, and media encoding.

The Core i7-1165G7 also excels in multi-threaded workloads despite having fewer physical cores. Its 24.3% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 25.9% lead in PassMark multithread show that its 4 cores with 8 threads, combined with higher clocks and a larger L3 cache, outpace the Core 3 N350's 8 cores. The 37.4% gap in physics simulation further confirms this. For users running video editing, 3D rendering, or software compilation, the i7-1165G7 is the stronger option.

The Intel Core 3 N350 wins only in data encryption, with a 2.4% margin. This is a minor advantage and unlikely to be decisive in real-world use. However, the Core 3 N350's 7 W TDP compared to 28 W for the i7-1165G7 suggests it is the better fit for ultra-portable devices, fanless designs, and applications where battery life and thermal output matter more than raw performance. Its active production status and 2025 release date indicate it is a current product, while the i7-1165G7 is end-of-life.

The Core 3 N350 also offers more PCIe lanes (9 vs. 4) and supports newer memory types including DDR5 and LPDDR5, though with a single-channel bus. These features may appeal to system designers building low-power devices with specific I/O or memory requirements. The i7-1165G7's dual-channel memory bus and PCIe Gen 4 support give it a bandwidth advantage, but its end-of-life status means it is no longer in active production.

In summary, the data points to the Core i7-1165G7 as the performance leader for general-purpose computing and demanding workloads. The Core 3 N350 is the efficiency-focused alternative for low-power systems, where its single encryption win and lower TDP are the only notable advantages in the recorded benchmarks.