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Intel Core i5-8350U

Intel i5-8350U

The Intel Core i5-8350U is a power efficient quad-core SoC for notebooks and Ultrabooks based on the Kaby Lake Refresh generation and was announced in August 2017. Contrary to its direct predecessor the Core i5-7300U, which were still dual-cores, the i7-8350U is equipped with four cores but at a lower base frequency of 1.7 GHz. The Turbo Boost can go up to 3,6 GHz and therefore also offer good short term single core speeds. The GPU is now named Intel UHD Graphics 620 but otherwise identical to the Intel HD Graphics 620. The integrated memory controller supports DDR4-2400 / LPDDR3-2133 and dual channel memory.

Architecture

Intel basically uses the same micro architecture compared to Skylake, so the per-MHz performance does not differ. The manufacturer only reworked the Speed Shift technology for faster dynamic adjustments of voltages and clocks, and the improved 14nm process allows much higher frequencies combined with better efficiency than before.

Performance

According to Intel, the new quad core models are up to 40% faster than their dual core predecessors. Due to the reduced TDP and the same 14nm+ process, the long term performance and throttling behaviour will be interesting and depending on the laptop design. Therefore, the older 35 Watt quad-core models should be faster in applications that demand longer CPU loads.

Graphics

The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 (Intel Gen 9.5) is untouched from the 8th Gen Kaby Lake chips. With fast dual-channel memory it can reach the performance of a dedicated GeForce 920M.

Contrary to Skylake, Kaby lake now also supports H.265/HEVC Main 10 with a 10-bit color depth as well as Google's VP9 codec. The dual-core Kaby Lake processors announced in January should also support HDCP 2.2.

Power Consumption

The chip is manufactured in an improved 14nm process with FinFET transistors (14nm+), the same as the 7th Gen Kaby Lake processors. Intel still specifies the TDP with 15 Watts, which is typical for ULV chips. Depending on the usage scenario, the TDP can vary between 7.5 (cTDP Down) and 25 Watts.

SeriesIntel Kaby Lake Refresh
CodenameKaby Lake Refresh

Series: Kaby Lake Refresh Kaby Lake Refresh

Intel Core i7-8650U compare1.9 - 4.2 GHz4 / 8 cores8 MB L3
Intel Core i7-8550U compare1.8 - 4 GHz4 / 8 cores8 MB L3
Intel Core i5-8350U « 1.7 - 3.6 GHz4 / 8 cores6 MB L3
Intel Core i5-8250U compare1.6 - 3.4 GHz4 / 8 cores6 MB L3
Intel Core i3-8130U compare2.2 - 3.4 GHz2 / 4 cores4 MB L3
Intel Pentium Gold 4417U compare2.3 GHz2 / 4 cores2 MB L3
Clock Rate1700 - 3600 MHz
Level 1 Cache256 KB
Level 2 Cache1 MB
Level 3 Cache6 MB
Number of Cores / Threads4 / 8
Power Consumption (TDP = Thermal Design Power)15 Watt
Manufacturing Technology14 nm
SocketBGA1356
FeaturesDual-Channel DDR4 Memory Controller, HyperThreading, AVX, AVX2, Quick Sync, Virtualization, AES-NI
GPUIntel UHD Graphics 620 (300 - 1100 MHz)
64 Bit64 Bit support
Architecturex86
Starting Price$297 U.S.
Announcement Date08/21/2017

Benchmarks

Cinebench R15 - Cinebench R15 CPU Multi 64 Bit
min: 346     avg: 548     median: 569 (4%)     max: 631 Points
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Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 1M - Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 1M *
min: 10     avg: 10.9     median: 10.9 (2%)     max: 11.88 s
3DMark - 3DMark Ice Storm Extreme Physics
min: 38261     avg: 42913     median: 42913 (35%)     max: 47565 Points
Geekbench 4.0 - Geekbench 4.0 64 Bit Multi-Core
min: 12679     avg: 12800     median: 12799.5 (31%)     max: 12920 points
Mozilla Kraken 1.1 - Kraken 1.1 Total Score *
min: 1017     avg: 1193     median: 1216 (1%)     max: 1289 ms
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Reviews for the Intel Core i5-8350U processor

Acer Chromebook 715 Laptop Review

Acer Chromebook 715 Laptop Review

The Acer Chromebook 715 is perhaps the current pinnacle of Chromebooks. With a sleek and sturdy build, excellent keyboard, and powerful hardware, it is easily o...
Intel Core i5-8350U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 15.60" | 2 kg
HP Chromebook x360 14 G1 (Core i5-8350U, eMMC, FHD) Convertible Review

HP Chromebook x360 14 G1 (Core i5-8350U, eMMC, FHD) Convertible Review

HP has equipped its new 14-inch Chromebook convertible with a powerful Intel Core i5-8350U processor, an IPS touchscreen display and a sizable battery that deli...
Intel Core i5-8350U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 14.00" | 1.6 kg
HP Elite x2 1013 G3 (i5-8350U, SSD, 3k) 2-in-1 Review

HP Elite x2 1013 G3 (i5-8350U, SSD, 3k) 2-in-1 Review

Complete redesign. Hewlett-Packard's Elite x2 1013 G3 is a 13-inch 2-in-1 equipped with a powerful quad-core CPU, two Thunderbolt 3 ports, a 3:2 3k display, an ...
Intel Core i5-8350U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 13.00" | 1.2 kg
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G6 2018 (i5-8350U, Full-HD Touch, 256GB) Laptop Review

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G6 2018 (i5-8350U, Full-HD Touch, 256GB) Laptop Review

The better and cheaper X1. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G6 has joined its WQHD HDR and Core i7 equipped sibling in our offices for review. The G6 is the entry-...
Intel Core i5-8350U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 14.00" | 1.1 kg
Fujitsu Stylistic Q738

Fujitsu Stylistic Q738 (i5-8350U, UHD620) Convertible Review

Fujitsu's flagship tablet, the Stylistic Q738, allegedly offers the best possible convertible experience. With business features, like a smart card reader and a...
Intel Core i5-8350U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 13.30" | 1.4 kg

Dell Latitude 7490: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 14.00", 1.6 kg
  Review » Dell Latitude 7490 (i5-8350U, FHD) Laptop Review

Dell Latitude 7390: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 13.30", 1.3 kg
  Review » Dell Latitude 7390 (i5-8350U, SSD 256 GB) Laptop Review

Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 12.30", 1.3 kg
  Review » Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 (i5-8350U) Convertible Review

Dell Latitude 5490-TD70X: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 14.00", 1.7 kg
  Review » Dell Latitude 5490 (i5-8350U, FHD) Laptop Review

Dell Latitude 7490, i5-8350U: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 14.00", 1.4 kg
  External Review » Dell Latitude 7490, i5-8350U

Acer Chromebook 715 CB715-1WT-527F: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 15.60", 2 kg
  External Review » Acer Chromebook 715 CB715-1WT-527F

HP Chromebook x360 14 G1: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 14.00", 1.6 kg
  External Review » HP Chromebook x360 14 G1

Dell Latitude 5424 Rugged: AMD Radeon RX 540, 14.00", 2.5 kg
  External Review » Dell Latitude 5424 Rugged

HP EliteBook x360 1030 G3 4LT83AW: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 13.30", 1.3 kg
  External Review » HP EliteBook x360 1030 G3 4LT83AW

HP Elite x2 1013 G3-2TT14EA: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 13.00", 1.2 kg
  External Review » HP Elite x2 1013 G3-2TT14EA

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2018-20LE002CMH: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 14.00", 1.4 kg
  External Review » Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2018-20LE002CMH

Fujitsu Stylistic Q738: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 13.30", 1.4 kg
  External Review » Fujitsu Stylistic Q738

Lenovo ThinkPad X280-20KF0022US: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 12.50", 1.1 kg
  External Review » Lenovo ThinkPad X280-20KF0022US

Lenovo ThinkPad T480-20L50011US: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 14.00", 1.8 kg
  External Review » Lenovo ThinkPad T480-20L50011US

Fujitsu Lifebook E558, i5-8350U: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 15.60", 2 kg
  External Review » Fujitsu Lifebook E558, i5-8350U

Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 12.30", 1.3 kg
  External Review » Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1

Dell Latitude 7390: Intel UHD Graphics 620, 13.30", 1.3 kg
  External Review » Dell Latitude 7390

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Other CPUs of the series Kaby Lake Refresh

» Intel Core i7-8650U
   4x 1.9 GHz - 4.2 GHz
» Intel Core i7-8550U
   4x 1.8 GHz - 4 GHz
» Intel Core i5-8350U
   4x 1.7 GHz - 3.6 GHz
» Intel Core i5-8250U
   4x 1.6 GHz - 3.4 GHz
» Intel Core i3-8130U
   2x 2.2 GHz - 3.4 GHz
» Intel Pentium Gold 4417U
   2x 2.3 GHz

Surrounding CPUs

+ Intel Core i5-7300HQ
   4x 2.5 GHz - 3.5 GHz
+ Intel Core i5-6440HQ
   4x 2.6 GHz - 3.5 GHz
+ Intel Core i7-3632QM
   4x 2.2 GHz - 3.2 GHz
+ Intel Core i5-6350HQ
   4x 2.3 GHz - 3.2 GHz
+ Intel Core i5-6300HQ
   4x 2.3 GHz - 3.2 GHz
» Intel Core i5-8350U
   4x 1.7 GHz - 3.6 GHz
- Intel Core i5-8250U
   4x 1.6 GHz - 3.4 GHz
- Intel Core i3-N300
   8x - 3.8 GHz
- AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
   4x 2 GHz - 3.6 GHz
- AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U
   4x 2 GHz - 3.6 GHz
- AMD Ryzen Embedded V1605B
   4x 2 GHz - 3.6 GHz
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Klaus Hinum (Update: 2017-08-21)