Core i7-9850H

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-9850H

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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 i7-9850H based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,258 Rank: 649
Rank Name Score Visual
645 Xeon Silver 4215 5,262
+0.1%
646 Core i5-6600T 5,261
+0.1%
647 Xeon E3-1265L v3 5,260
+0%
648 Intel Core i7-3770K 5,259
+0%
649 Core i7-9850H 5,258
650 Core i5-9400F 5,257
+-0%
651 Core i7-7700HQ 5,256
+-0%
652 Core i5-7287U 5,256
+-0%
653 Core i5-6600 5,254
-0.1%
654 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE 5,251
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-9850H based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,936 Rank: 690
Rank Name Score Visual
686 Core i7-4770T 4,940
+0.1%
687 Core i7-4790 4,939
+0.1%
688 Core i5-10400H 4,938
+0%
689 Atom C3958 4,937
+0%
690 Core i7-9850H 4,936
691 Core i5-1035G7 4,935
+-0%
692 Xeon E-2124G 4,934
+-0%
693 Xeon E-2124 4,934
+-0%
694 Core i3-7100T 4,934
+-0%
695 Core i5-7600 4,931
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-9850H based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,473 Rank: 571
Rank Name Score Visual
567 Core i5-4670K 5,479
+0.1%
568 Xeon E5-2637 v4 5,478
+0.1%
569 EPYC 7742 5,476
+0.1%
570 Ryzen 7 1700 5,475
+0%
571 Core i7-9850H 5,473
572 Core i5-9400 5,473
+0%
573 Core i5-4690 5,473
+0%
574 Xeon E3-1220 v5 5,472
+-0%
575 Core i7-7660U 5,471
+-0%
576 Core i7-5960X 5,470
-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 i7-9850H based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,818 Rank: 513
Rank Name Score Visual
509 Ryzen 5 4600U 4,822
+0.1%
510 Ryzen 3 7440U 4,822
+0.1%
511 Core i5-10600T 4,821
+0.1%
512 Xeon D-1540 4,819
+0%
513 Core i7-9850H 4,818
514 Xeon E-2176M 4,818
+0%
515 Xeon E5-1660 v2 4,817
+-0%
516 Xeon E5-1650 v3 4,816
+-0%
517 Core i7-5930K 4,815
-0.1%
518 Ryzen 5 1600 4,814
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-9850H based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,828 Rank: 531
Rank Name Score Visual
527 Core i7-4930K 4,831
+0.1%
528 Xeon D-1540 4,830
+0%
529 Core i7-6800K 4,830
+0%
530 Ryzen 3 5400U 4,829
+0%
531 Core i7-9850H 4,828
532 Xeon D-1541 4,827
+-0%
533 Xeon E5-4655 v4 4,824
-0.1%
534 Xeon E5-1650 v2 4,824
-0.1%
535 Core i7-9750H 4,822
-0.1%
536 Xeon E-2176M 4,822
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-9850H based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,848 Rank: 514
Rank Name Score Visual
510 Ryzen 7 2700 4,857
+0.2%
511 Ryzen 3 5300G 4,857
+0.2%
512 Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X 4,851
+0.1%
513 Ryzen 7 1700X 4,849
+0%
514 Core i7-9850H 4,848
515 Xeon E3-1285 v4 4,848
+0%
516 Xeon E-2176M 4,847
+-0%
517 Ryzen 3 3100 4,847
+-0%
518 Core i7-8700B 4,846
+-0%
519 Xeon E-2324G 4,846
+-0%

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Core i7-9850H Details

For mobile users seeking a balance of performance and power efficiency in a compact form factor, the Intel Core i7-9850H offers a compelling option built on the Coffee Lake-HR architecture. Launched in April 2019, this processor is designed for high-end laptops and ultrabooks, where integrated graphics and thermal constraints play a significant role. While now considered a few years old by modern standards, its 14 nm process node and 45 W TDP still make it relevant for mainstream productivity and moderate gaming workloads.

The Core i7-9850H features six cores and twelve threads, enabled by Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle multitasking and parallel workloads effectively. Base clock speeds sit at 2.6 GHz, with a turbo frequency reaching up to 4.6 GHz, providing a noticeable performance boost under load. It supports DDR4-2666 and LPDDR3-2133 memory through a dual-channel interface, delivering a maximum memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. The processor includes 12 MB of L3 cache, 1.5 MB of L2 cache, and 0.375 MiB of L1 cache, ensuring fast access to frequently used data.

Integrated into the design is Intel’s UHD Graphics 630, which features 24 execution units and can boost up to 1.15 GHz. While not suited for modern AAA gaming, this GPU provides solid performance for office applications, video playback, and light content creation. The processor supports a wide range of Intel technologies, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel Speed Shift, which helps optimize power delivery during dynamic workloads. It also includes hardware virtualization support, making it suitable for developers and IT professionals.

In benchmark testing, the Core i7-9850H scores 5,258 overall, placing it at #649 among 2,060 processors. Its single-core score of 5,473 ranks it at #571, indicating strong performance in applications that rely on high clock speeds. However, its multicore score of 4,936, ranking #690, suggests that while it performs well, it lags behind newer generation processors in sustained workloads. It outperforms many mobile and desktop CPUs from the same era, such as the Core i5-1035G7 and Xeon E-2124, but falls short of flagship offerings like the Ryzen 7 1700 or Core i7-7700HQ.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-9850H remains a viable choice for users upgrading older laptops or building cost-effective systems where discrete graphics are not required. Its combination of multi-threaded performance, efficient power usage, and robust feature set makes it suitable for professionals, students, and gamers who prioritize mobility and reliability over cutting-edge performance.
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Intel Core i7-9850H

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-9850H
Family: Core
Series: i7-9000
Model Number: i7-9850H
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 2600 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 4600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 26x (unlocked)
Microarchitecture: Coffee Lake
Core Name: Coffee Lake HR
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 158
Socket: BGA 1440
Package: FCBGA-1440
Chipset: 300
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 45 W

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 and LPDDR3-2133
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: 1150 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 SST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT MPX SGX Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT AVX-512 AVX512F AVX512CD AVX512BW AVX512DQ AVX512VL TSX VMD Flex Memory NM KPT PTT MBE Ctrl DL Boost AVX512_VNNI Run Sure
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