Why Do Some Cores in Intel® Core™ Processor Have Lower Frequencies Than Other Cores ?
Content Type: Maintenance & Performance | Article ID: 000094026 | Last Reviewed: 08/04/2023
When running a stress test such as Cinebenc, a few cores run at a low frequency with no power or thermal limits being hit.
The clock speed and frequency of the cores will depend on the system and workload. While executing code, Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology and Intel® Speed Shift technology optimize the processor's IA core frequency and voltage based on workload.