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Overview

The Core i7-8809G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake G (2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2270. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 8,448 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8809G

#270

Pentium Dual Core T3400

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $89

121%

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Core i5-1145GRE

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119%

#273

Core 2 Duo E8335

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117%

#274

Z-01

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

115%

#275

Core i7-1160G7

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

109%

#276

Pentium Gold 4417U

MSRP: $161|Avg: N/A

107%

#277

Core i5-6440HQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

107%

#278

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

107%

#279

Core i7-7820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

105%

#280

Core i7-7820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

104%

#281

Core i5-8305G

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

104%

#282

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

102%

#283

Core i7-5850EQ

MSRP: $435|Avg: $370

101%

#284

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

101%

#285

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

100%

#286

Ryzen 5 2500U

MSRP: $349|Avg: N/A

99%

#287

Core i7-6820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#288

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

97%

#289

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

92%

#290

Celeron T3000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $54

89%

#291

Pentium U5600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

89%

#292

Core i7-4810MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

86%

#293

Celeron 4305UE

MSRP: $107|Avg: $107

85%

#294

Core i7-10510U

MSRP: $409|Avg: N/A

83%

#295

Athlon PRO 3045B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $180

82%

#296

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

82%

#297

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

81%

#298

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

81%

#299

Core 2 Duo E8435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $74

79%

#300

Athlon II Neo K125

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

79%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i7-8809G across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i7-8809G specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-8809G is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Kaby Lake G (2018) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.2 GHz from a base frequency of 3.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 8,448, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i7-8809G
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Kaby Lake G (2018)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	8,448

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-8809G fits into the FCBGA2270 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2400 memory.

Specification	Core i7-8809G
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Core i7
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA2270
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2400
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Core i7-8809G has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 65 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i7-8809G
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	65 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $450, the Core i7-8809G delivers 19 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1413 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i7-8809G
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$450
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$450
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1413
Release DateLaunch date	1 February 2018 (7 years ago)
Release Year	2018
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel