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Intel Core 5 processor 120U vs Apple M4 (10-CPU)
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Summary
The Intel Core 5 processor 120U (Raptor Lake U) is a 10 nm chip with hybrid architecture, 12 MB L2 cache, and Intel Iris Xe Graphics 80, designed for versatile, energy-efficient mainstream systems.
Its memory bandwidth is 102 GB/s. The Apple M4 (10-CPU), Apple's 3 nm processor, integrates a 10-core CPU with 20 MB L2 cache and an Apple M4 (10 Core) graphics unit.
It is optimized for the Apple ecosystem, focusing on high performance and energy efficiency in premium products. Its memory bandwidth is 120 GB/s. Performance-wise, the Intel Core 5 processor 120U offers solid capabilities for everyday tasks and multitasking. The Iris Xe Graphics is suitable for casual gaming.
The Apple M4 (10-CPU) demonstrates very high single-core and strong multi-core performance, ideal for demanding workloads and gaming, thanks to its powerful integrated graphics unit. Both CPUs are energy-efficient. However, the Apple M4 (10-CPU) is known for its exceptional efficiency in the 3 nm process, leading to long battery life and low heat generation.
The Intel Core 5 processor 120U is recommended for users seeking a balanced system for office and everyday tasks with good value for money. The Apple M4 (10-CPU) is ideal for users with the highest performance demands who value the Apple ecosystem and best energy efficiency.
Its memory bandwidth is 102 GB/s. The Apple M4 (10-CPU), Apple's 3 nm processor, integrates a 10-core CPU with 20 MB L2 cache and an Apple M4 (10 Core) graphics unit.
It is optimized for the Apple ecosystem, focusing on high performance and energy efficiency in premium products. Its memory bandwidth is 120 GB/s. Performance-wise, the Intel Core 5 processor 120U offers solid capabilities for everyday tasks and multitasking. The Iris Xe Graphics is suitable for casual gaming.
The Apple M4 (10-CPU) demonstrates very high single-core and strong multi-core performance, ideal for demanding workloads and gaming, thanks to its powerful integrated graphics unit. Both CPUs are energy-efficient. However, the Apple M4 (10-CPU) is known for its exceptional efficiency in the 3 nm process, leading to long battery life and low heat generation.
The Intel Core 5 processor 120U is recommended for users seeking a balanced system for office and everyday tasks with good value for money. The Apple M4 (10-CPU) is ideal for users with the highest performance demands who value the Apple ecosystem and best energy efficiency.
Intel Core 5 processor 120U
- Energy-efficient for versatile systems
- Solid performance for everyday tasks
- Good value for money in the mainstream
- Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics for casual gaming
Apple M4 (10-CPU)
- High performance and energy efficiency (3 nm manufacturing)
- Very strong single-core and multi-core performance
- Powerful integrated graphics for demanding gaming
- Optimized for the Apple ecosystem and premium products
Benchmarks
Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks
Single-core performance
Multi-core performance
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics 80 (Alder Lake)
Apple M4 (10-CPU)
100 %
Apple M4 (10 Core)
More benchmarks
Cinebench 2026 (ST)
218 entries
218 entries
Cinebench 2026 (MC)
219 entries
219 entries
Cinebench 2024 (SC)
427 entries
427 entries
Cinebench 2024 (MC)
422 entries
422 entries
Cinebench R23 (SC)
690 entries
690 entries
Cinebench R23 (MC)
665 entries
665 entries
Geekbench 6 (SC)
1,989 entries
1,989 entries
Geekbench 6 (MC)
1,927 entries
1,927 entries
Geekbench 5 (SC)
2,512 entries
2,512 entries
Geekbench 5 (MC)
2,483 entries
2,483 entries
FP32 SP (iGPU)
2,219 entries
2,219 entries
PassMark CPU-Mark
2,504 entries
2,504 entries
CPU performance per watt (efficiency)
140 entries
140 entries
AI performance (NPU)
218 entries
218 entries
Specifications
At a glance
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Intel Core 5 processor 120U | Apple M4 (10-CPU) |
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| Family | Intel Core 5 (13) | Apple M series (38) |
| CPU group | Intel Core processors - Mobile (Series 1) (3) | Apple M4 (7) |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake U | M4 |
| Technology | 10 nm | 3 nm |
| Segment | Notebook | Notebook |
| Socket | BGA 1744 | |
| Predecessor | Apple M3 | |
| Successor | Apple M5 (10-CPU) |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency
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Intel Core 5 processor 120U | Apple M4 (10-CPU) |
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| CPU Cores / Threads | 10 / 12 | 10 / 10 |
| Hyperthreading / SMT | ✓ | ✗ |
| Core architecture | hybrid (big.LITTLE) | hybrid (big.LITTLE) |
| Core Cluster 1: | 2x Redwood Cove 1.40 - 5.00 GHz |
4x Donan P-Core 0.91 - 4.46 GHz |
| Core Cluster 2: | 8x Crestmont 0.90 - 3.80 GHz |
6x Donan E-Core 0.90 - 2.89 GHz |
| L2-Cache | 12.00 MB | 20.00 MB |
| L3-Cache | ||
| Overclocking | ✗ | ✗ |
Integrated graphics (iGPU)
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Intel Core 5 processor 120U | Apple M4 (10-CPU) |
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| GPU name | Intel Iris Xe Graphics 80 (Alder Lake) | Apple M4 (10 Core) |
| GPU frequency | 0.35 - 1.25 GHz | 0.34 - 1.58 GHz |
| CUs / Shader | 80 / 640 | 160 / 1280 |
| Raytracing | ✗ | ✓ |
| Max. displays | 4 | 3 |
| Max. GPU Memory | 32 GB | 24 GB |
| Technology | 10 nm | 3 nm |
| Release date | Q1/2022 | Q2/2024 |
NPU AI performance
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Intel Core 5 processor 120U | Apple M4 (10-CPU) |
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| AI hardware | Intel® AI Boost | Apple Neural Engine |
| AI specifications | Intel Deep Learning Boost (Intel DL Boost) | 16 Neural cores @ 38 TOPS |
| NPU + CPU + iGPU |
Memory & PCIe
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Intel Core 5 processor 120U | Apple M4 (10-CPU) |
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| Memory | LPDDR5-6400 (102.4 GB/s) DDR5-5200 (83.2 GB/s) LPDDR4X-4266 (68.2 GB/s) DDR4-3200 (51.2 GB/s) | LPDDR5X-7500 (120.0 GB/s) |
| Max. Memory | 96 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC | No | No |
| PCIe | 4.0 x 20 | 4.0 |
| PCIe Bandwidth | 39.4 GB/s |
Thermal Management
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Intel Core 5 processor 120U | Apple M4 (10-CPU) |
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| TDP | 15 W | 25 W |
| TDP (PL2) | 55 W | |
| TDP up | ||
| TDP down | 12 W | |
| T. junction max. | 100 °C | 100 °C |
Technical details
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Intel Core 5 processor 120U | Apple M4 (10-CPU) |
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| Chip design | Monolithic | Monolithic |
| AES-NI | ✓ | ✓ |
| Operating systems | Windows 11, Linux | macOS, iPadOS |
| Instruction set | x86-64 (64 bit) | Armv9.2-A (64 bit) |
| ISA extensions | SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 | Rosetta 2 x86-Emulation, AVX2, SME |
| Release date | Q1/2024 | Q2/2024 |
| Release price | ||
| Documents | Technical data sheet | Technical data sheet |
User Reviews
Your rating
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