Intel Core i7-1065G7 vs Apple M4

The Intel Core i7-1065G7 (Ice Lake U architecture, 10 nm, 2019) is a laptop processor with 4 cores, 8 threads, and 8 MB L3 cache, equipped with Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 (60 GB/s memory bandwidth).

The Apple M4 (M4 architecture, 3 nm, 2024) is an Apple SoC with 10 cores and 20 MB L2 cache, including Apple M4 (10 Core) graphics unit (120 GB/s memory bandwidth).

In terms of computing performance, the Apple M4 significantly outperforms the Intel Core i7-1065G7 in both single-core and multi-core performance, signaling a superior capability for demanding applications and multitasking. For gaming, the Apple M4 offers significantly better performance than the Intel processor due to its more powerful integrated graphics and double memory bandwidth.

The Apple M4 is characterized by significantly higher energy efficiency, achieving its superior performance with comparable or lower thermal design power (TDP). The Intel Core i7-1065G7 is found in older, often more affordable devices, while the Apple M4, as an integral part of newer, high-priced Apple products, delivers top performance that is reflected in the overall price.

For general tasks and light productivity in older systems, the Intel Core i7-1065G7 is sufficient. For maximum computing and graphics performance, professional applications, demanding gaming, and highest energy efficiency, the Apple M4 is clearly the better choice.