CPU Comparison
Core 7 150U vs Intel Core 7 360
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core 7 150U is a power-efficient mobile processor from the Raptor Lake-U refresh family, featuring 10 hybrid cores and Iris Xe graphics, designed for thin-and-light laptops.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Handles office suites and web applications with ease,得益于 the efficient core layout.
Strong for everyday office, web, and light content creation thanks to two modern P‑cores, though single‑channel memory limits heavy multitasking compared to dual‑channel designs.
Gaming
Only suitable for casual or older titles at low settings; the 2‑core Xe3 iGPU is weaker than mainstream gaming iGPUs and not intended for modern AAA gaming.
Virtualization
Adequate for light VM use, but limited memory bandwidth and core count make it less ideal for serious virtualization workloads.
Efficiency
Very competitive power efficiency within the 15W TDP limit.
Excellent efficiency per watt on Intel 18A, with Intel claiming significantly lower processor power than previous‑gen Core 7 150U in streaming workloads.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Lacks a dedicated NPU (Neural Processing Unit).
- Relies on CPU and GPU for AI inference tasks.
- Gaussian NPU acceleration is not present on this silicon.
- 17 TOPS INT8 NPU is below Copilot+ 40 TOPS requirement
- Sufficient for Windows Studio Effects and light local AI
- Not designed for large local LLMs or heavy AI training
- Combined CPU/GPU/NPU platform TOPS up to 40 per Intel
Content Creation
Gaming
- Iris Xe graphics are suitable for esports titles like League of Legends.
- AAA titles will require low settings and 720p resolution.
- Performance heavily dependent on dual-channel memory configuration.
- 2‑core Xe3 iGPU with 32 EUs is entry‑level
- Suitable for e‑sports and older titles at low/medium settings
- Not intended for AAA gaming at 1080p high
- AV1 decode helps with modern video but not gaming directly
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Excellent efficiency for battery life
- Strong single-core burst performance
- 10 cores provide smooth multitasking
- Support for fast DDR5/LPDDR5 memory
- Mature and reliable Intel 7 process node
Cons
- No dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU)
- Integrated graphics are limited compared to modern Arc iGPUs
- Performance heavily throttles under sustained loads
- BGA socket means it cannot be upgraded
- Multimedia performance lags behind H-series chips
Pros
- Modern Intel 18A process for excellent efficiency
- Significantly better efficiency vs older 15W U‑series
- Integrated Xe3 iGPU with AV1 decode/encode
- 17 TOPS NPU for on‑device AI workloads
- Up to 64GB DDR5/LPDDR5X memory support
- Good single‑thread performance for everyday tasks
Cons
- Single‑channel memory limits bandwidth vs dual‑channel designs
- Only 6 PCIe 4.0 lanes for external devices
- iGPU not suitable for serious gaming or heavy GPU compute
- NPU below 40 TOPS Copilot+ requirement
- Locked multiplier, no meaningful overclocking
Competitors & Alternatives
Core 7 150U
- AMD Ryzen 7 7840URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 8840URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core Ultra 7 155HRival
Mobile
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X EliteRival
Mobile
Lower cost option for basic tasks.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 7640UAlt
Better integrated graphics for casual gaming.
Includes NPU and Arc graphics for modern AI workloads.
Compare head-to-head- Apple MacBook Air M3Alt
Superior battery life and efficiency.
- Intel Core i7-1355UAlt
Nearly identical performance at a potentially lower price.
Intel Core 7 360
- AMD Ryzen 5 7520URival
Value thin‑and‑light (Zen 2, 4c/8t, 15W)
- AMD Ryzen 3 7320URival
Budget thin‑and‑light (Zen 2, 4c/8t, 15W)
- AMD Ryzen AI 5 330Rival
AI‑ready mainstream thin‑and‑light (Zen 5, 4c/8t, 15–28W, 50 TOPS NPU)
- Intel Core 7 150URival
Previous‑gen 15W U‑series (2P+8E, 10c/12t, Intel 7)
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core 5 330Rival
Same Wildcat Lake family, slightly lower clocks and 16 TOPS NPU
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite / PlusAlt
If your workload runs well on ARM and you prioritize extreme battery life and always‑on AI.
Our Verdict on Each
A solid incremental update over previous generations, offering excellent multi-core efficiency for a 15W chip, though it lacks the AI capabilities of the newer Core Ultra series.
Best for: Buying a thin-and-light laptop for work or study in 2024.
Read the full reviewA big step up from older 15W U‑series chips in efficiency and AI, but single‑channel memory and limited iGPU power keep it firmly in the value mainstream rather than enthusiast territory.
Best for: Buying a new value thin‑and‑light laptop for everyday office, web, and light AI where battery life and modern features matter more than raw performance.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Core 7 150U or Intel Core 7 360?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Core 7 360 comes out ahead with a score of 7.8/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.
Which is faster for gaming, Core 7 150U or Intel Core 7 360?
For gaming, the Intel Core 7 360 leads with a gaming performance score of 55/100 among Core 7 150U and Intel Core 7 360.
Do Core 7 150U and Intel Core 7 360 use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (Core 7 150U: Intel BGA 1744, Intel Core 7 360: FCBGA (mobile BGA, specific package not publicly detailed)), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which has more cores?
The Core 7 150U has the most cores. Core counts: Core 7 150U (10 cores), Intel Core 7 360 (6 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Core 7 150U posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core 7 150U (11,500), Intel Core 7 360 (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.