Intel Core i7-10700K vs Apple M1

The Intel Core i7-10700K was released in 2020 and is aimed at desktop users and gamers. It is based on the Comet Lake S architecture and is manufactured by Intel using the 14 nm process.

With 8 cores and 16 threads, it achieves high clock frequencies. Single-core and multi-core performance show different results depending on the test environment, with this processor often acting stably in classic computing tasks. Especially in gaming scenarios, the Intel Core i7-10700K scores points due to its architecture and compatibility with dedicated graphics cards.

Power consumption is specified with a TDP of 125 watts, which requires powerful cooling. It offers support for PCIe 3.0, 16 MB Level 3 cache, 0 MB Level 2 cache, Intel UHD Graphics 630, and a memory bandwidth of 47 GB/s. The price-performance ratio is attractive for users of existing desktop platforms.

The Apple M1 was also introduced in 2020 and is designed for users who value efficiency and a coordinated system environment.

This chip is manufactured by Apple using the 5 nm process. It has 8 cores and uses an architecture with integrated components. In single-core performance, the Apple M1 achieves higher values in various tests than the comparison processor. In multi-core performance, it remains equivalent in many tasks.

The Apple M1 is less suitable for demanding gaming, as it relies on the integrated Apple M1 (8 Core) graphics and software compatibility varies. A key aspect is the low power consumption, which favors quiet operation. With 68 GB/s memory bandwidth, 16 MB Level 2 cache, and 0 MB Level 3 cache, it is designed for fast data processing.

The price-performance ratio is convincing in compact complete systems.