Intel Core i7-1068NG7 vs Intel Core i7-8809G Comparison

The Intel Core i7-8809G and the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 are both 4-core, 8-thread mobile processors from Intel, but they target very different design goals. The data shows a clear sweep in benchmark results, with the newer Ice Lake part winning every single test, though the margins are tighter than the architectural gap might suggest. This analysis breaks down the numbers, the architecture, and the specifications to determine which processor fits which workload.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 wins all six head-to-head comparisons. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i7-1068NG7 scores 787 against 724 for the i7-8809G, a delta of -8% from the perspective of the older chip. The single-core R15 result follows the same pattern, with the i7-1068NG7 at 110 versus 102, a -7.3% difference. These are not huge margins, but they are consistent.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the i7-1068NG7 extends its lead slightly. It posts 3280 multi-core and 462 single-core, while the i7-8809G manages 3017 and 425, respectively. That is again an 8% deficit for the Kaby Lake part in both tests. The trend holds steady in Cinebench R23, where the i7-1068NG7 scores 7810 multi-core and 1102 single-core, against 7185 and 1014 for the i7-8809G. Every delta in the head-to-head table is -8% except for the R15 single-core test at -7.3%.

The overall average benchmark scores tell a slightly different story. The i7-8809G has an average benchmark score of 2307, while the i7-1068NG7 sits at 2259. This is because the i7-8809G includes Geekbench results in its average (4590 multi-core, 1401 single-core), which the i7-1068NG7 lacks in the data. The i7-1068NG7’s wins are all in Cinebench, while the i7-8809G’s average is boosted by its Geekbench showing, which is not directly compared here.

The percentile rankings are close, with the i7-8809G at the 48th percentile of all CPUs and the i7-1068NG7 at the 47th. The nearest rivals confirm the tight grouping. The i7-8809G is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i5-10400H and 1.1% ahead of the Intel Xeon E5-2629 v3, while sitting 0.5% behind the Intel Xeon E-2134 and 0.6% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 2700. The i7-1068NG7 is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i5-9400, 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i7-10710U, and 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500, while trailing the Intel Core i3-10305 by 0.2%. In short, both chips are clustered in the same performance tier, but the i7-1068NG7 is consistently the faster of the two in Cinebench workloads.

The Verdict

The data is clear: the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 is the better processor for Cinebench rendering workloads. It wins every multi-core and single-core test by a consistent margin of roughly 8%. If your priority is raw CPU throughput in these benchmarks, the i7-1068NG7 is the pick, despite its lower base and boost clocks.

The i7-8809G, however, is not without merit. Its average benchmark score of 2307 is higher than the i7-1068NG7’s 2259, driven by its Geekbench results. But since the head-to-head data does not include Geekbench for the i7-1068NG7, that advantage cannot be verified as a direct win. The i7-8809G also carries a 65W TDP versus 28W for the i7-1068NG7, which suggests it is designed for a thicker, more power-hungry chassis, while the i7-1068NG7 is built for efficiency.

For a user who needs maximum Cinebench performance, the i7-1068NG7 is the obvious choice. It is also the newer part, released in July 2019 versus January 2018 for the i7-8809G. For a user who prioritizes the integrated graphics, the i7-8809G offers a Radeon RX Vega M GH, which is a far more powerful iGPU than the Iris Plus in the i7-1068NG7, but that is a separate discussion from CPU benchmarks. Strictly from the CPU data, the i7-1068NG7 wins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel architectures and process nodes. The i7-8809G is built on Kaby Lake, specifically the Kaby Lake-G codename, using Intel’s 14 nm process. The i7-1068NG7 is based on Ice Lake, with the Sunny Cove-U microarchitecture, fabricated on Intel’s 10 nm node. This is a significant generational leap, with the i7-1068NG7 using a smaller, denser process.

The die size also differs. The i7-1068NG7 has a die size of 123 mm², while the i7-8809G’s die size is not listed. The i7-1068NG7’s smaller process node and die likely contribute to its lower 28W TDP, despite achieving higher benchmark scores. The i7-8809G’s 65W TDP is more than double, which is typical for a Kaby Lake-G part that was designed to include a discrete-class Radeon GPU on the same package.

The integrated graphics are a major architectural difference. The i7-8809G pairs its CPU cores with a Radeon RX Vega M GH, while the i7-1068NG7 uses Intel’s Iris Plus graphics. The Radeon part is clearly aimed at gaming and graphics-intensive tasks, while the Iris Plus is a more conventional integrated solution. Both chips support DDR4 memory, and both have 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The L1 and L2 caches are identical at 64 KB per core and 256 KB per core, respectively.

The sockets are different as well, with the i7-8809G using Intel BGA 2270 and the i7-1068NG7 using Intel BGA 1344. This means they are not interchangeable in any system. The i7-1068NG7 also supports dual-channel memory with a stated bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the i7-8809G’s memory bus and bandwidth are not listed. The i7-1068NG7 has PCIe Gen 3 support, while the i7-8809G’s PCIe version is not specified.

Specification Differences

The specification table shows several clear differences between the two processors. The base clock is notably different: the i7-8809G runs at 3.10 GHz, while the i7-1068NG7 runs at 2.30 GHz. The boost clocks are closer, with the i7-8809G at 4.20 GHz and the i7-1068NG7 at 4.10 GHz. Despite the lower clocks, the i7-1068NG7 wins all benchmarks, highlighting the efficiency of the newer architecture.

The TDP is a major differentiator, with the i7-8809G at 65W and the i7-1068NG7 at 28W. The socket differs as noted, and the architecture and codename are different (Kaby Lake vs. Ice Lake, Kaby Lake-G vs. Ice Lake-U). The process node is 14 nm for the i7-8809G and 10 nm for the i7-1068NG7. The die size is only listed for the i7-1068NG7 at 123 mm².

The integrated graphics are different: Radeon RX Vega M GH for the i7-8809G and Iris Plus for the i7-1068NG7. Memory support is DDR4 for both, but the i7-1068NG7 specifies dual-channel and a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the i7-8809G has no such details. The i7-1068NG7 lists PCIe Gen 3, while the i7-8809G does not list PCIe. The production status also differs, with the i7-8809G marked as Active and the i7-1068NG7 as End-of-life. The release dates are January 2018 and July 2019, respectively. The i7-1068NG7 has a launch MSRP of $320, which is stated once here. Both parts have locked multipliers.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core i7-1068NG7 is faster, scoring 7810 against 7185 for the Intel Core i7-8809G, a delta of -8% from the i7-8809G’s perspective.

Q: Does the Intel Core i7-8809G win any benchmark comparisons?

A: No. In the head-to-head benchmark data, the i7-8809G wins zero tests, while the i7-1068NG7 wins all six. However, the i7-8809G’s average benchmark score is higher at 2307 versus 2259, due to its Geekbench scores.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i7-8809G has a TDP of 65W, while the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 has a TDP of 28W. This makes the i7-1068NG7 significantly more power-efficient.

Q: Are the two processors compatible with the same motherboard?

A: No. The Intel Core i7-8809G uses the Intel BGA 2270 socket, while the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 uses the Intel BGA 1344 socket. They are not interchangeable.

Q: Which processor has a more powerful integrated GPU?

A: The Intel Core i7-8809G has a Radeon RX Vega M GH, which is a discrete-class GPU, while the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 has Intel Iris Plus graphics. The Radeon part is clearly more capable for graphics tasks.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The Intel Core i7-8809G is built on Intel’s 14 nm process, while the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 is built on Intel’s 10 nm process. The 10 nm node is newer and denser, contributing to the i7-1068NG7’s efficiency.