CPU Comparison
Core 7 150U vs Core i5-1334U
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.
Great for standard office suites and web apps.
Gaming
Iris Xe can handle very light e-sports at low settings, but not ideal for gaming.
Virtualization
12 threads handle basic VMs but lack sustained power.
Efficiency
Very competitive power efficiency within the 15W TDP limit.
15W TDP ensures excellent battery life in thin-and-lights.
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.
- No NPU; relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks.
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.
- Not intended for AAA gaming.
- Can run 2D or older games at low resolutions.
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
- Excellent battery life
- 10 cores handle multitasking well
- Iris Xe 80EU graphics are capable for an iGPU
- Runs cool in thin chassis
Cons
- Only 2 P-cores limit heavy multi-threading
- Lacks PCIe 5.0 support
- Locked multiplier
- Low base clock
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.
Core i5-1334U
- AMD Ryzen 5 7530URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 3 7330URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1255URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1Rival
Mobile
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Gen 2Rival
Mobile
Very similar performance, often used interchangeably by OEMs.
Compare head-to-head- Ryzen 5 7530UAlt
Strong competitor with good battery life.
- Core i5-1235UAlt
Older gen but similar performance, often cheaper.
- Core i3-1305UAlt
Cheaper if you only need basic office work.
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 solid 15W CPU that balances 10-core multitasking with excellent battery life, ideal for standard productivity and portability.
Best for: Ultraportable laptops for students and office workers.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is faster for gaming, Core 7 150U or Core i5-1334U?
For gaming, the Core i5-1334U leads with a gaming performance score of 40/100 among Core 7 150U and Core i5-1334U.
Do Core 7 150U and Core i5-1334U use the same socket?
Yes — all of these CPUs use the Intel BGA 1744 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.
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), Core i5-1334U (9,500). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.