When you think of a processor as the “brain” of your laptop, the two options feel a little different.
More “brain cells” (cores) – the R7
- Multitasking and creative work – If you’re editing a 4‑K video, working in a 3‑D program, or running several heavy applications at once, the R7’s extra cores act like more chefs in a kitchen. The job gets split into many smaller pieces that can be cooked in parallel, so the whole project finishes noticeably faster.
- Built‑in graphics – The R7 comes with a Vega 7 GPU, which is a decent little graphics card that can handle most older or mid‑range games and smooth video playback. If you’re watching a high‑definition movie or playing a casual game that relies on the laptop’s own graphics, you’ll feel the difference.
- Higher memory speed – The R7 can run memory that moves faster, so when you keep dozens of browser tabs or many large files open, the system feels snappier.
Higher “single‑task” speed – the Intel W‑10855M
- Office and quick tasks – For everyday things like writing a report, doing a spreadsheet, or browsing the web, the Intel chip can finish each individual task a touch quicker. You’ll notice a smoother feel when you open a new document or switch between applications.
- Gaming edge – Modern games often need a processor to keep up with the graphics card. The Intel chip’s higher boost speed gives it a small advantage in raw CPU performance, so you may see a few extra frames per second in the latest titles.
- More cache per core – Think of it as a bigger “quick‑access” drawer. The Intel processor can keep more frequently used data close by, which helps when a single program needs to crunch a lot of information quickly.
Who should pick which?
| What you do | R7 is a good fit | Intel is a good fit |
|---|
| Editing videos, 3‑D modeling, photo work, or running many apps at once | ✔ | |
| Playing the newest games or doing quick office tasks | | ✔ |
| Need a stronger integrated graphics card for casual gaming or video playback | ✔ | |
| Want a processor that can keep the system snappy under heavy background load | ✔ | |
In plain terms:
If your day is filled with creative projects that can use many cores and demise a solid little graphics card, the R7 will make those tasks feel faster and more responsive.
If you mostly write, surf, and want a slight boost in gaming performance, the Intel chip will give you a cleaner single‑task experience and a few extra frames when you play the latest games.
Both chips draw roughly the same amount of power, so battery life won’t be dramatically different. The R7 is newer, which usually means it will stay supported a bit longer, while the Intel model is older but still very capable.
Bottom line:
Choose the R7 for a balanced machine that excels at creative multitasking and decent graphics.
Choose the Intel if you’re mainly doing office work and want the best possible frame rates in the newest games.
