Core i7-8700T

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-8700T

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i7-8700T based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,526 Rank: 462
Rank Name Score Visual
458 Core i5-10600 5,529
+0.1%
459 Xeon E5-2697 v4 5,527
+0%
460 Ryzen 5 2600 5,527
+0%
461 Xeon Silver 4310T 5,527
+0%
462 Core i7-8700T 5,526
463 Xeon Gold 6152 5,524
+-0%
464 Core i7-7700 5,524
+-0%
465 Ryzen 3 5425U 5,524
+-0%
466 Xeon Gold 6136 5,523
-0.1%
467 Core i7-7740X 5,522
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-8700T based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,158 Rank: 538
Rank Name Score Visual
534 Core i9-8950HK 5,164
+0.1%
535 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE 5,162
+0.1%
536 Xeon E-2276M 5,161
+0.1%
537 Ryzen 5 4600H 5,159
+0%
538 Core i7-8700T 5,158
539 Core i7-1165G7 5,157
+-0%
540 Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE 5,154
-0.1%
541 Core i5-1235U 5,148
-0.2%
542 Xeon Silver 4208 5,142
-0.3%
543 Xeon D-1539 5,142
-0.3%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-8700T based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,772 Rank: 374
Rank Name Score Visual
370 Core i9-9880H 5,778
+0.1%
371 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX 5,778
+0.1%
372 Ryzen 7 2800H 5,775
+0.1%
373 Xeon Gold 6244 5,774
+0%
374 Core i7-8700T 5,772
375 Core i5-10600 5,772
+0%
376 AMD Ryzen 5 1600 5,771
+-0%
377 Pentium Gold G4560 5,770
+-0%
378 Core i7-5850HQ 5,768
-0.1%
379 Ryzen 3 5400U 5,767
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i7-8700T based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,803 Rank: 532
Rank Name Score Visual
528 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U 4,806
+0.1%
529 Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 4,804
+0%
530 Xeon E-2324G 4,804
+0%
531 Core i7-9750H 4,803
+0%
532 Core i7-8700T 4,803
533 Core i7-1185G7 4,802
+-0%
534 Core i9-8950HK 4,799
-0.1%
535 Ryzen 5 2600E 4,798
-0.1%
536 Core i7-5820K 4,798
-0.1%
537 Ryzen 3 5425U 4,798
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-8700T based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,803 Rank: 554
Rank Name Score Visual
550 Core i5-10400T 4,810
+0.1%
551 Core i9-8950HK 4,808
+0.1%
552 Core i7-3960X 4,804
+0%
553 Ryzen 3 7330U 4,804
+0%
554 Core i7-8700T 4,803
555 Ryzen 7 2800H 4,803
+0%
556 Ryzen Embedded V1807B 4,802
+-0%
557 Core i7-8850H 4,801
+-0%
558 Core i5-9600KF 4,801
+-0%
559 Core i5-9600K 4,801
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-8700T based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,815 Rank: 553
Rank Name Score Visual
549 Xeon E-2234 4,819
+0.1%
550 Xeon E5-2608L v4 4,817
+0%
551 Core i5-10400T 4,816
+0%
552 Ryzen 3 PRO 7330U 4,816
+0%
553 Core i7-8700T 4,815
554 Core i5-10500T 4,815
+0%
555 Xeon E3-1280 v6 4,813
+-0%
556 Xeon E-2134 4,813
+-0%
557 Core i7-1185G7 4,813
+-0%
558 Ryzen 3 4100 4,813
+-0%

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Core i7-8700T Details

For users seeking a balance of performance and energy efficiency in a compact desktop setup, the Intel Core i7-8700T offers a compelling option built on the Coffee Lake architecture. Launched in April 2018, this processor is now over seven years old, placing it firmly in the category of legacy desktop CPUs. Despite its age, the Core i7-8700T remains relevant for light productivity, multimedia, and general computing tasks, particularly in systems where thermal and power constraints are a concern. Its low TDP of 35 W, with a downclocked 25 W mode at 1.9 GHz, makes it ideal for small form factor PCs and passively cooled builds where power consumption and heat output must be minimized.

The Core i7-8700T is a six-core, twelve-thread processor, a configuration made possible by Intel’s Hyper-Threading technology, which effectively doubles the number of available threads. It operates at a base frequency of 2.4 GHz and can boost up to 4.0 GHz on a single core, with multi-core boosts peaking at 3.9 GHz. These frequencies are supported by a 14 nm manufacturing process, a standard at the time of its release, and a 12 MB L3 cache that helps reduce memory latency. The processor integrates Intel’s UHD Graphics 630, which includes 24 execution units and supports a maximum frequency of 1.2 GHz, capable of driving up to three displays simultaneously. This integrated graphics solution is sufficient for basic video playback and light content creation but not suited for modern gaming or intensive GPU workloads.

Memory support includes dual-channel DDR4-2666, with a theoretical maximum bandwidth of 39.74 GB/s, though real-world performance may vary based on memory module quality and system configuration. The CPU uses the LGA-1151 socket and is compatible with Intel’s 300 series chipsets, ensuring broad motherboard support for systems released during its era. The integrated GPU and memory controller are connected via a DMI 3.0 bus operating at 8000 MT/s, which is adequate for most non-graphics-intensive workloads. The processor also supports a range of modern features, including Intel VT-x, VT-d, and Intel vPro, making it suitable for business environments that require hardware-level virtualization and remote management.

In benchmark testing, the Core i7-8700T achieves an Overall Score of 5526, placing it at #462 among 2060 processors. Its Singlecore Score of 5772 ranks it #374, indicating strong per-core performance relative to many modern CPUs, while its Multicore Score of 5158, ranking #538, reflects solid multi-threaded capability for its class. These results place the i7-8700T slightly above the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE and Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE but below the Core i7-1165G7 and Core i5-1235U, which are more recent and efficient designs. While it trails behind current high-end processors like the Ryzen 9 9950X3D or Core Ultra 9 285K, the i7-8700T holds its own in mid-range and entry-level workstations.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-8700T is best suited for legacy systems, budget builds, or embedded applications where power efficiency and thermal management are critical. It is no longer competitive with modern processors in raw performance but remains a viable choice for users who prioritize stability, compatibility, and low power consumption over cutting-edge speed. For those upgrading older machines or building cost-effective office PCs, the i7-8700T provides a reliable foundation, especially when paired with sufficient cooling and appropriate memory.
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Intel Core i7-8700T

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-8700T
Family: Core
Series: i7-8000
Model Number: i7-8700T
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 2400 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 4000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 3900 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 3900 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 3900 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 24x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Coffee Lake
Core Name: Coffee Lake S
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 158
Socket: LGA-1151
Package: FCLGA-1151
Chipset: 300
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 35 W
Release Price: $303.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 384 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 192.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 192.512 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 1.5 MiB (4-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 12 MiB (16-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2666
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 39.74 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: UHD Graphics 630
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1200 MHz
Execution Units: 24

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 149 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT TBT 2.0 EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX
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