Intel Core i7-8706G vs Intel Core M-5Y51

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CPU comparison with benchmarks

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Intel Core i7-8706G or Intel Core i7-8706G – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i7-8706G features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 8 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-8706G, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 2270 socket.
The Intel Core M-5Y51 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2014 and belongs to the 5 generation of the Intel Core M series.
To use the Intel Core M-5Y51, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1234 socket.
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i7-8706G Name Intel Core M-5Y51
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Core M
8 Generation 5
Intel Core i 8000G Group Intel Core M 5
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-8706G has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-8706G is 3.1 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.1 GHz.
The Intel Core M-5Y51 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core M-5Y51 is 1.1 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.6 GHz.
4.1 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 2.6 GHz
No Overclocking No
normal Core architecture normal
3.1 GHz Frequency 1.1 GHz
8 Threads 4
3.6 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 2.0 GHz
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
4 CPU Cores 2
4x Cores 2x
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-8706G has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-8706G uses the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL Graphics, which has 1280 texture shaders
and 20 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core M-5Y51 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core M-5Y51 uses the Intel HD Graphics 5300, which has 192 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
0.93 GHz GPU frequency 0.3 GHz
Q1/2018 Release date Q3/2014
12.1 Direct X 11.2
AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL Graphics GPU name Intel HD Graphics 5300
14 nm Technology 14 nm
-- Max. displays --
1280 Shaders 192
4.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 16.0 GB
20 Execution units 24
8 Generation 8
1.01 GHz GPU (Turbo) 0.9 GHz
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
Decode / Encode VP9 Decode
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode VP8 Decode
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode
Decode / Encode JPEG Decode / Encode
No AV1 No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
2 Memory channels 2
64.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
pci PCIe pci
Yes AES-NI Yes
No ECC No
38.4 GB/s Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
DDR4-2400 Memory type DDR3L-1600
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 4.5 W watts.
-- Tjunction max --
65 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 4.5 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-8706G is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core M-5Y51 is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
Q1/2018 Release date Q4/2014
-- Part Number --
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Kaby Lake G Refresh Architecture Broadwell Y
14 nm Technology 14 nm
BGA 2270 Socket BGA 1234
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems
-- Release price --
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
8.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-8706G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
15575
15575
Intel Core M-5Y51
2C 4T @ 1.1 GHz
4394
4394

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-8706G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
4360
4360
Intel Core M-5Y51
2C 4T @ 1.1 GHz
2688
2688

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-8706G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
4354
4354
Intel Core M-5Y51
2C 4T @ 1.1 GHz
1427
1427

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-8706G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
3862
3862
Intel Core M-5Y51
2C 4T @ 1.1 GHz
1272
1272

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-8706G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
1360
1360
Intel Core M-5Y51
2C 4T @ 1.1 GHz
782
782

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-8706G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
1082
1082
Intel Core M-5Y51
2C 4T @ 1.1 GHz
669
669

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-8706G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
809
809
Intel Core M-5Y51
2C 4T @ 1.1 GHz
208
208

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-8706G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
174
174
Intel Core M-5Y51
2C 4T @ 1.1 GHz
107
107