Core i7-12650HX vs Ryzen 7 7435HS

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i7-12650HX

2022

Why buy it

✅+50% larger total L3 cache (24 MB vs 16 MB).
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (48 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Intel UHD Graphics 770, while Ryzen 7 7435HS needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌22.2% higher power demand at 55W vs 45W.

Ryzen 7 7435HS

2023

Why buy it

✅Draws 45W instead of 55W, a 10W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (23,101 vs 23,215).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 24 MB).
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-12650HX can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Core i7-12650HX

2022

Ryzen 7 7435HS

2023

Why buy it

✅+50% larger total L3 cache (24 MB vs 16 MB).
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (48 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Intel UHD Graphics 770, while Ryzen 7 7435HS needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

✅Draws 45W instead of 55W, a 10W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌22.2% higher power demand at 55W vs 45W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (23,101 vs 23,215).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 24 MB).
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-12650HX can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-12650HX better than Ryzen 7 7435HS?

Yes. Core i7-12650HX is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 1.0% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data and 0.5% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i7-12650HX is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 1.0% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-12650HX is the better fit. You are getting 0.5% better PassMark, backed by 14 cores and 20 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 50% larger total L3 cache (24 MB vs 16 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i7-12650HX still looks like the safer overall buy. Core i7-12650HX is at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it gives you a 1.0% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen 7 7435HS is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2022). That makes it the safer long-term pick.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i7-12650HX Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 7435HS Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-12650HX	Ryzen 7 7435HS
1080p
low	177 FPS	166 FPS
medium	164 FPS	145 FPS
high	137 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	116 FPS	98 FPS
1440p
low	147 FPS	141 FPS
medium	127 FPS	121 FPS
high	103 FPS	97 FPS
ultra	87 FPS	82 FPS
4K
low	84 FPS	78 FPS
medium	77 FPS	72 FPS
high	62 FPS	57 FPS
ultra	48 FPS	45 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-12650HX	Ryzen 7 7435HS
1080p
low	307 FPS	464 FPS
medium	261 FPS	391 FPS
high	221 FPS	339 FPS
ultra	201 FPS	297 FPS
1440p
low	258 FPS	397 FPS
medium	228 FPS	346 FPS
high	198 FPS	306 FPS
ultra	173 FPS	259 FPS
4K
low	158 FPS	274 FPS
medium	141 FPS	246 FPS
high	133 FPS	229 FPS
ultra	119 FPS	195 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-12650HX	Ryzen 7 7435HS
1080p
low	580 FPS	578 FPS
medium	580 FPS	495 FPS
high	545 FPS	442 FPS
ultra	462 FPS	373 FPS
1440p
low	580 FPS	524 FPS
medium	554 FPS	440 FPS
high	485 FPS	394 FPS
ultra	416 FPS	333 FPS
4K
low	498 FPS	394 FPS
medium	416 FPS	325 FPS
high	373 FPS	285 FPS
ultra	314 FPS	230 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-12650HX	Ryzen 7 7435HS
1080p
low	580 FPS	578 FPS
medium	580 FPS	578 FPS
high	580 FPS	578 FPS
ultra	580 FPS	578 FPS
1440p
low	580 FPS	578 FPS
medium	580 FPS	578 FPS
high	566 FPS	568 FPS
ultra	493 FPS	495 FPS
4K
low	522 FPS	510 FPS
medium	473 FPS	469 FPS
high	419 FPS	419 FPS
ultra	364 FPS	364 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-12650HX and Ryzen 7 7435HS

Core i7-12650HX

The Core i7-12650HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 May 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-HX (2022) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 23,215 points. Launch price was $299.

Ryzen 7 7435HS

The Ryzen 7 7435HS is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Rembrandt R (2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 6 nm process technology. Socket: FP7r2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 23,101 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-12650HX packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7435HS offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i7-12650HX has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Core i7-12650HX versus 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7435HS — a 4.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-12650HX (base: 2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i7-12650HX uses the Alder Lake-HX (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7435HS uses Rembrandt R (2025) (6 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-12650HX scores 23,215 against the Ryzen 7 7435HS's 23,101 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i7-12650HX. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i7-12650HX vs 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 7435HS.

Feature	Core i7-12650HX	Ryzen 7 7435HS
Cores / Threads	14 / 20+75%	8 / 16
Boost Clock	4.7 GHz+4%	4.5 GHz
Base Clock	2 GHz	3.1 GHz+55%
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)+50%	16 MB
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)	4 MB+220%
Process	Intel 7 nm	6 nm-14%
Architecture	Alder Lake-HX (2022)	Rembrandt R (2025)
PassMark	23,215	23,101
Geekbench 6 Single	2,400	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	10,250	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-12650HX uses the FCBGA1964 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 7435HS uses FP7r2 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-12650HX	Ryzen 7 7435HS
Socket	FCBGA1964	FP7r2
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-4800	—
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	No	—
PCIe Lanes	48	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-12650HX) / not specified (Ryzen 7 7435HS). The Core i7-12650HX includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Ryzen 7 7435HS requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-12650HX targets Gaming Laptop.