Intel Core i5-10600 vs Intel Core i5-11320H Comparison

The Verdict

The data presents a straightforward outcome: the Intel Core i5-10600 wins all six head-to-head benchmark comparisons against the Intel Core i5-11320H. Every recorded Cinebench result, from R15 through R23, in both single-core and multi-core tests, favors the desktop part. The margin is consistent, with the i5-10600 holding a steady 6.6% advantage in multi-core tests and a 6.5% edge in single-core tests. There is no benchmark category where the i5-11320H takes the lead.

That said, the overall database percentiles tell a more nuanced story. Both processors sit at the 51st percentile among all CPUs, meaning neither is a standout performer in the broader landscape. Their average benchmark scores are close: the i5-11320H averages 2888, while the i5-10600 averages 2837. Interestingly, the mobile chip actually has a higher average score despite losing every head-to-head test, a quirk driven by its additional Geekbench results, which the desktop part lacks in the database. The i5-11320H scores 5620 in Geekbench multi-core and 1592 in single-core, tests that are not recorded for the i5-10600.

Who should pick which? Strictly from the recorded data, the i5-10600 is the stronger choice for Cinebench-focused workloads, offering a consistent performance lead. The i5-11320H, however, belongs to a different platform category with its own trade-offs, and its Geekbench scores suggest competitive capability outside the Cinebench suite. The desktop part is for users prioritizing raw multi-threaded throughput, while the mobile chip is for those needing a compact, integrated solution where the benchmark delta may be acceptable.

Architecture Differences

These two processors come from different Intel generations and are built for entirely different market segments. The i5-11320H uses the Tiger Lake architecture, specifically Tiger Lake-H, and is manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It is a mobile processor, fitting the Intel BGA 1449 socket, with a 28 W TDP. Its die size is recorded at 146.1 mm². The i5-10600, in contrast, uses the older Comet Lake architecture on a 14 nm node. It is a desktop part for Intel Socket 1200, with a 65 W TDP, and no die size is recorded in the database.

The core configurations differ significantly. The i5-11320H packs 4 cores and 8 threads, while the i5-10600 offers 6 cores and 12 threads. That is a 50% advantage in core count for the desktop chip, which directly explains its multi-core lead. Cache hierarchies also diverge. The i5-11320H has 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of shared L3. The i5-10600 has 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and a larger 12 MB of shared L3. The desktop part’s larger L3 pool is notable, though its per-core L2 is smaller.

Memory and I/O features differ as well. Both support DDR4 and dual-channel memory, but the i5-11320H has a higher recorded memory bandwidth at 51.2 GB/s versus 42.7 GB/s for the i5-10600. The mobile chip also supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the desktop part is limited to PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics differ: the i5-11320H uses Iris XE with 96 execution units, while the i5-10600 uses the older UHD Graphics 630. Neither supports ECC memory.

The release timeline shows the i5-10600 launching on 2020-04-29, while the i5-11320H arrived later on 2021-06-20. Both parts remain in active production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The i5-11320H carries a launch MSRP of $309, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the i5-10600.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded Cinebench results show a consistent pattern across every test. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i5-10600 scores 988 against 923 for the i5-11320H, a 6.6% advantage. In single-core R15, the margin is 139 versus 130, a 6.5% lead. The same margins repeat in R20: multi-core sees 4119 against 3846, a 6.6% difference, while single-core is 581 versus 543, again 6.5%. In R23, the i5-10600 scores 9809 in multi-core, beating the i5-11320H’s 9158 by 6.6%, and 1384 in single-core versus 1293, a 6.6% gap.

The consistency of these deltas is striking. Whether the workload is single-threaded or multi-threaded, the i5-10600 maintains nearly the same percentage lead. This suggests the desktop chip’s advantage is not tied to its extra cores alone, since single-core tests also favor it. The i5-10600 has a higher base clock of 3.30 GHz and boost clock of 4.80 GHz, compared to 2.50 GHz and 4.50 GHz for the i5-11320H. Those clock advantages likely drive the single-core wins, while the combination of more cores and higher clocks drives the multi-core results.

The i5-11320H does have its own recorded successes outside the head-to-head set. Its Geekbench multi-core score of 5620 and single-core score of 1592 are present in the database, though no comparable Geekbench numbers exist for the i5-10600. Without a direct comparison, those scores cannot be interpreted as wins, but they show the mobile chip is not without merit in other test suites.

Specification Differences

Several fields differ between the two processors. The i5-11320H has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the i5-10600 has 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are 2.50 GHz versus 3.30 GHz, and boost clocks are 4.50 GHz versus 4.80 GHz. TDP is 28 W for the mobile chip and 65 W for the desktop chip. Sockets differ: Intel BGA 1449 for the i5-11320H, Intel Socket 1200 for the i5-10600.

Architecture and process node differ: Tiger Lake on 10 nm for the i5-11320H, Comet Lake on 14 nm for the i5-10600. Die size is 146.1 mm² for the mobile chip, with no recorded value for the desktop part. Cache configurations differ: the i5-11320H has 80 KB L1 and 1.25 MB L2 per core with 8 MB L3, while the i5-10600 has 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core with 12 MB L3. Memory bandwidth is 51.2 GB/s versus 42.7 GB/s. PCIe support differs: Gen 4 with 20 lanes for the mobile chip, Gen 3 with 16 lanes for the desktop part. Integrated graphics differ: Iris XE 96EU versus UHD Graphics 630. Market segments differ: Mobile versus Desktop. Release dates differ: 2021-06-20 versus 2020-04-29. A launch MSRP of $309 is recorded for the i5-11320H, while none exists for the i5-10600.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i5-10600 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i5-11320H has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How large is the performance gap in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The i5-10600 scores 9809 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 6.6% higher than the i5-11320H’s 9158.

Q: Does the i5-11320H win any head-to-head benchmark?

A: No. The recorded head-to-head results show the i5-10600 winning all six Cinebench tests, with the i5-11320H recording zero wins.

Q: What are the average benchmark scores for both CPUs?

A: The i5-11320H has an average benchmark score of 2888, while the i5-10600 has an average of 2837.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The i5-11320H has a recorded memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, compared to 42.7 GB/s for the i5-10600.

Q: What process nodes are used by these CPUs?

A: The i5-11320H uses a 10 nm process node, while the i5-10600 uses a 14 nm process node.

Where Each One Wins

The i5-10600 is the clear winner in every Cinebench test recorded in the database. Its multi-core advantage is most pronounced, with a 6.6% lead across R15, R20, and R23. This makes sense given its 6 cores and 12 threads against the i5-11320H’s 4 cores and 8 threads, plus its higher base and boost clocks. For users running Cinebench-heavy workloads, whether rendering, simulation, or other multi-threaded tasks, the desktop part is the better performer. Its single-core wins, though smaller at 6.5%, also indicate an edge in lightly threaded applications.

The i5-11320H, while losing all head-to-head Cinebench tests, has its own strengths in the recorded data. Its Geekbench scores are present in the database, with a multi-core score of 5620 and a single-core score of 1592, though no direct comparison with the i5-10600 exists. Its memory bandwidth is higher at 51.2 GB/s, and it supports PCIe Gen 4, whereas the i5-10600 is limited to Gen 3. The mobile chip also has a significantly lower TDP of 28 W versus 65 W, and its integrated Iris XE graphics with 96 execution units are a more capable GPU solution on paper than the UHD Graphics 630. Its 10 nm process node is more advanced than the 14 nm node of the desktop part.

The use-case split is clear. The i5-10600 is for desktop users who prioritize Cinebench performance, both single and multi-core, and can accommodate a 65 W processor. The i5-11320H is for those in mobile or compact systems where the 28 W TDP, integrated graphics, and newer I/O features matter more than the roughly 6.5% Cinebench deficit. Both processors sit at the same 51st percentile overall, so neither is a high-end part, but the data shows the desktop chip consistently outperforms the mobile chip in the shared benchmark suite.