Intel(I3 I5 I7 I9)

 A processor is like a computer’s brain - and Intel® Core™ processors are the most powerful. They have multiple cores for more power and smoother multi-tasking.

There are 4 main categories: i3, i5, i7, and i9. Each has numerous spec options, but strictly speaking, i5 is superior to i3 and so on.

What is the difference between Intel Generations?

Each year the Intel Core processors are updated. 2018’s updates are known as the 8th generation.

Not sure what generation of processor your PC has? The number after the hyphen on its serial number should give you a clue – for example, an Intel Core i7-7820HQ is 7th gen.

8th Generation Intel Core processors

Intel’s 8th Generation of processors has moved with the times and delivered some exciting new features. Including:

Incredible VR experiences

High-quality 4K UHD content

Two more cores – up to 6 instead of the original 4

Introduction of the super-powered Intel Core i9 and X-series.

 Core i3: Everyday users – web browsing, Word, and media streaming

If you’re after a laptop for everyday computing tasks like web browsing, video streaming, and office-type work, the i3 is great.

The latest 8th Gen has up to 4 cores – twice as many as the 7th Gen – making day-to-day use a lot slicker. It even lets you watch content in immersive 4K and 360° viewing.

With a Core i3 you can:

Browse multiple webpages smoothly. Work in Word or Excel. Stream movies and TV shows from Netflix in HD. Listen to music on Spotify. Multi-task efficiently with Intel Hyper-Threading technology.

With a Core i5 you can:

Smoothly multitask - work on spreadsheets, stream music, and browse the web. Work on complicated tasks – like rendering big Excel files. Edit in Photoshop and sketch in Illustrator. Create, share, and watch 4K content. Play intensive PC games – see more of Intel's gaming processors. Benefit from faster-repeated tasks thanks to the large cache size. Stream from multiple sites. Get a temporary boost when using demanding programs with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0. 

Core i7 - Video editors, designers, and gamers who crave power

If you are advanced in video editing or 3D modeling you’ll need a very fast processor and good graphics – so look at an i7. It’s perfect for the demands of gaming fans too. With 6 original cores and the technology to create another 6 virtual cores, it has enough power for the most demanding tasks.

With a Core i7 you can:

Encode video more efficiently. Work smoothly in 3D modeling programs. Smoothly edit in Photoshop and sketch in Illustrator. Watch and edit 4K UHD content and 360° videos. Work productively with demanding creative programs – each core uses 2 ‘threads’ rather than 1 with Intel's Hyper-Threading technology. Benefit from faster-repeated tasks thanks to the large cache size. Get a temporary power boost when using demanding programs with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0.

Core i9 – Extreme gaming, mega-tasking, and high-end content creation

The newest addition to the Intel family, the Core i9 X-Series, is Intel’s most powerful processor with 18 cores and 36 threads. And with updated Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, it elevates everything you do to new heights.

i9 turns your PC into a studio, producing breathtaking 4K or 360° videos, stunning photos, or high-quality music. Gamers won’t be disappointed either – this is the ultimate tool for virtual reality gaming.

With a Core i9 you can:

Produce, edit, and share 4K UHD content and 360° videos. Work smoothly in 3D modeling programs Produce and edit high-quality music. Smoothly edit in Photoshop and sketch out in Illustrator. Enjoy the ultimate gaming and VR experience. Work more productively when using demanding creative programs. Benefit from faster-repeated tasks thanks to the large cache size.

Intel Core X-series Processor family

X-series variations of the Intel Core range are now available. These unlocked versions of the original platforms are supercharged and allow for overclocking. They’re designed to scale to your performance needs by delivering options between 4 to 18 cores for extreme performance and the latest technological advancements while providing headroom for the future.