Intel Core i7-10710U vs Intel Core i7-8809G Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data presents a clear hierarchy between these two mobile processors. The Intel Core i7-10710U wins every recorded head-to-head benchmark, taking all six comparisons with a consistent margin of approximately 7.5% across both multi-core and single-core workloads. The Core i7-8809G, despite its higher 65 TDP and Radeon RX Vega M GH integrated graphics, cannot match the newer Comet Lake-U part in raw CPU throughput.

The Core i7-10710U is the pick for users who prioritize sustained CPU performance in applications like Cinebench rendering, where it leads by 7.5% in R15 multi-core, 7.6% in R20 multi-core, and 7.6% in R23 multi-core. Its six cores and twelve threads give it a structural advantage over the four-core, eight-thread i7-8809G, and the data shows that advantage manifests consistently across every test.

The Core i7-8809G remains relevant only for a narrow use case: systems that need the Radeon RX Vega M GH integrated graphics. The database shows no benchmark where the i7-8809G wins, so the decision hinges entirely on the graphics capability integrated into the package. For pure CPU workloads, the i7-10710U is the superior choice. The i7-8809G also carries a production status of Active, while the i7-10710U is listed as End-of-life, which may matter for long-term procurement planning.

The average benchmark scores tell the same story. The i7-8809G averages 2307 across all tests, while the i7-10710U averages 2248. However, the head-to-head Cinebench results, which use identical workloads, show the i7-10710U ahead in every case. The average score discrepancy is explained by the Geekbench results, which are present for the i7-8809G but absent for the i7-10710U in the database. The i7-8809G scores 4590 in Geekbench multi-core and 1401 in single-core, and these scores pull its average upward relative to the Cinebench-only comparison.

The percentile rankings place both processors near the middle of the database. The i7-8809G sits at the 48th percentile against all CPUs, while the i7-10710U sits at the 47th percentile. This near-identical ranking confirms that, despite the i7-10710U winning every direct comparison, both parts occupy the same performance tier in the broader market.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i7-10710U scores 7774 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, compared to 7185 for the i7-8809G, a margin of 7.6%. The i7-10710U wins this test.

Q: Does the i7-8809G win any benchmark over the i7-10710U?

A: No. The recorded head-to-head data includes six tests, and the i7-10710U wins all six. The i7-8809G does not win a single recorded comparison.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-core performance?

A: The i7-10710U leads in every single-core test. In Cinebench R15 single-core, it scores 110 against 102 for the i7-8809G, a 7.3% advantage. In R20 single-core, it scores 460 against 425, and in R23 single-core, it scores 1097 against 1014, both 7.6% advantages.

Q: What is the difference in core and thread counts?

A: The i7-8809G has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the i7-10710U has 6 cores and 12 threads. The i7-10710U also has a larger shared L3 cache: 12 MB compared to 8 MB.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. Both the i7-8809G and the i7-10710U have locked multipliers, so neither supports user-controlled multiplier overclocking.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor feature?

A: The i7-8809G features Radeon RX Vega M GH graphics, while the i7-10710U features UHD Graphics. The Radeon RX Vega M GH is the more capable integrated solution, but its performance is not captured in the CPU benchmark data.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel architecture families, despite sharing the same 14 nm process node and Intel foundry. The i7-8809G is built on Kaby Lake, specifically the Kaby Lake G codename, and belongs to the Core i7 (Kaby Lake-G) generation. The i7-10710U is built on Comet Lake, specifically the Comet Lake-U codename, and belongs to the Core i7 (Comet Lake-U) generation as part of Intel's Core 10th Gen series.

The core configuration is the most significant architectural divergence. The i7-8809G implements 4 cores and 8 threads, while the i7-10710U implements 6 cores and 12 threads. This 50% increase in core count and 50% increase in thread count gives the i7-10710U a structural advantage in parallel workloads, which is reflected in the consistent 7.5% to 7.6% multi-core deltas across all three Cinebench versions.

Cache hierarchy differs in the L3 tier. The i7-8809G has 8 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i7-10710U has 12 MB of shared L3 cache. Both processors use 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 cache per core, so the per-core cache structure is identical; only the total shared L3 differs.

The integrated graphics solutions are fundamentally different. The i7-8809G pairs its CPU with Radeon RX Vega M GH graphics, a discrete-class GPU integrated into the package. The i7-10710U uses Intel's UHD Graphics. This is a major architectural difference, as the Radeon RX Vega M GH represents a far more capable graphics solution, though CPU benchmarks do not measure its performance.

Memory support also differs. The i7-8809G supports DDR4 memory only, while the i7-10710U supports both DDR3 and DDR4. Both processors lack ECC memory support.

The production status and release timing diverge. The i7-8809G was released on January 31, 2018, and is listed as Active. The i7-10710U was released on August 20, 2019, and is listed as End-of-life. Despite being the newer part, the i7-10710U has already reached end-of-life status, while the older i7-8809G remains active in production.

Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so both are locked parts. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Specification Differences

The specification comparison highlights several key differences between the two parts.

Core and thread counts: the i7-8809G has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the i7-10710U has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Clock speeds: the i7-8809G has a base clock of 3.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The i7-10710U has a base clock of 1100.00 MHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The i7-10710U has a substantially higher boost clock, while its base clock is far lower, reflecting its 25 W TDP class.

Thermal design power: the i7-8809G is rated at 65 W, while the i7-10710U is rated at 25 W. The i7-8809G consumes more than 2.5 times the power budget of the i7-10710U, yet still loses every CPU benchmark.

Socket: the i7-8809G uses Intel BGA 2270, while the i7-10710U uses Intel BGA 1440. These sockets are not interchangeable.

L3 cache: the i7-8809G has 8 MB shared, while the i7-10710U has 12 MB shared.

Memory support: the i7-8809G supports DDR4 only, while the i7-10710U supports DDR3 and DDR4.

Integrated graphics: the i7-8809G has Radeon RX Vega M GH, while the i7-10710U has UHD Graphics.

Production status: the i7-8809G is Active, while the i7-10710U is End-of-life.

Release date: the i7-8809G launched on January 31, 2018, while the i7-10710U launched on August 20, 2019.

Both processors share the same 14 nm process node, Intel foundry, 64 KB per-core L1 cache, 256 KB per-core L2 cache, absence of ECC support, lack of an unlocked multiplier, and mobile market segment.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data covers six Cinebench tests, and the i7-10710U wins all six. The margins are remarkably consistent, ranging from 7.3% to 7.6%.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i7-10710U scores 783 against 724 for the i7-8809G, a 7.5% advantage. This test is the oldest in the set and reflects the i7-10710U's core-count advantage in a workload that scales well with additional threads.

In Cinebench R15 single-core, the i7-10710U scores 110 against 102, a 7.3% advantage. This is the smallest margin in the entire comparison, but it still favors the i7-10710U. The higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz versus 4.20 GHz likely contributes to this single-threaded advantage.

In Cinebench R20 multi-core, the i7-10710U scores 3265 against 3017, a 7.6% advantage. The R20 workload is more demanding than R15 and stresses the memory hierarchy more heavily, yet the margin remains essentially unchanged.

In Cinebench R20 single-core, the i7-10710U scores 460 against 425, again a 7.6% advantage. This consistency across R15 and R20 single-core suggests a stable per-core performance advantage rather than a workload-specific effect.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the i7-10710U scores 7774 against 7185, a 7.6% advantage. R23 is the most recent and most demanding test in the set, and the i7-10710U maintains its lead.

In Cinebench R23 single-core, the i7-10710U scores 1097 against 1014, a 7.6% advantage. This closes out the sweep with the same margin seen in the other modern tests.

The i7-8809G has two Geekbench scores in the database that are not matched by the i7-10710U: 4590 in multi-core and 1401 in single-core. These scores are not part of the head-to-head comparison, so they do not contribute to the win tally, but they do inform the average benchmark score. The i7-8809G's average of 2307 is higher than the i7-10710U's average of 2248, despite losing every head-to-head test. This discrepancy arises because the averages include different test sets.

The nearest rival data places both processors in similar company. The i7-8809G's closest rival is the Intel Core i5-10400H with an average score of 2303, a delta of 0.2%. The i7-10710U's closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 with an average score of 2246, a delta of 0.1%. Both processors sit in a tight cluster of mid-range parts, and the delta percentages to their nearest rivals are within 1.1% in either direction.

The win tally is decisive: 0 wins for the i7-8809G, 6 wins for the i7-10710U. The data does not show a single workload where the Kaby Lake G part outperforms the Comet Lake-U part. The additional two cores, higher boost clock, and larger L3 cache of the i7-10710U translate into a consistent advantage across every Cinebench generation, while the i7-8809G's higher TDP and Radeon graphics do not yield any CPU benchmark victory.