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CPU Comparison

Core 7 150U vs Core i5-1335U

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.

Intel · Core 7
Core 7 150U
10C / 12T5.4 GHz15 W
7.5
Full review
Top pick
Intel · Core i5
Core i5-1335U
10C / 12T4.6 GHz15 W
7.9
Full review

The Bottom Line

Overview & Launch

Brand
Intel
Intel
Market
Mobile
Mobile
Segment
Mobile
Mobile
Generation
1st Gen Core (Raptor Lake Refresh)
13th Gen
Launched
2024
2023
Status
Active
Active
Codename
Raptor Lake-U
Raptor Lake-U
Series
Core 7
Core i5
Family
Raptor Lake-U (Core 7)
Raptor Lake
Predecessor
Intel Core i7-1355U
Intel Core i5-1235U
Successor
TBD (Meteor Lake-U Refresh)
Intel Core Ultra 5 125U

Specifications Compared

Cores & Clocks
Cores
10
10
Threads
12
12
Base Clock
1.8 GHz
1.3 GHz
Boost Clock
5.4 GHz
4.6 GHz
Cache & Power
L3 Cache
12 MB
12 MB
TDP
15 W
15 W
Architecture
Architecture
Raptor Lake-U (Refresh)
Raptor Lake-U
Process Node
Intel 7 (10nm)
Intel 7 (10nm)
Memory
Memory Type
DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR4x, LPDDR5
DDR4, DDR5
Memory Speed
Up to 6400 MT/s (LPDDR5)
DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200
Memory Channels
Dual (2)
Dual (2)
Max Memory
96 GB
96 GB
Platform & I/O
Socket
Intel BGA 1744
Intel BGA 1744
PCIe Version
4.0
PCIe 4.0
PCIe Lanes
8
8
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
Unlocked
No
No

Performance Compared

Productivity

Core 7 150UBest85

Handles office suites and web applications with ease,得益于 the efficient core layout.

Core i5-1335U78

Smooth performance for everyday office tasks and multitasking.

Gaming

Core 7 150U
Core i5-1335U60

Suitable only for e-sports and older games at reduced settings.

Virtualization

Core 7 150U
Core i5-1335U55

Basic VM support, but constrained by core count and memory bandwidth.

Efficiency

Core 7 150U88

Very competitive power efficiency within the 15W TDP limit.

Core i5-1335UBest94

Exceptional efficiency, ensuring long battery life for on-the-go use.

Specialized Performance

AI / ML

Core 7 150UBasic
  • 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.
Core i5-1335ULimited
  • No dedicated AI hardware
  • Relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks

Content Creation

Core 7 150UGood
Adobe PhotoshopLightroomOffice 365Video ConferencingBasic Coding
Core i5-1335ULimited
PhotoshopLightroomVideo ConferencingCanva

Gaming

Core 7 150UFair
  • 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.
Core i5-1335UFair
  • Integrated GPU limits gaming potential
  • Requires dual-channel RAM for best iGPU results
  • Not designed for AAA titles

Industry Impact

Gaming
Low
Low
Workstations
Low
Low
Content Creation
Moderate
Moderate
Virtualization
Moderate

Best CPU by Use Case

Web Browsing
Excellent
Office Productivity
Excellent
Photo Editing
Good
Good
Light Gaming
Fair
4K Video Playback
Excellent
Office Applications
Excellent
Video Conferencing
Excellent
Casual Gaming
Fair
Light Coding
Good

Target Audience

Gamers
Content Creators
Targeted
Developers
Targeted
Workstation Users
Streamers
Office / Productivity
Targeted
Targeted
Students
Targeted
Targeted

Strengths & Weaknesses

Core 7 150U

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
Core i5-1335U

Pros

  • Great power efficiency
  • Solid single-core performance
  • 10-core hybrid design
  • Iris Xe 80EU graphics
  • DDR5 support

Cons

  • Low base clock speed
  • Weak for heavy gaming
  • BGA soldered
  • Sustained performance limited by cooling
  • Not an enthusiast chip

Competitors & Alternatives

Core 7 150U

Core i5-1335U

  • AMD Ryzen 5 7530U

    Mobile

    Rival
  • AMD Ryzen 5 7640U

    Mobile

    Rival
  • Apple M2

    Mobile

    Rival
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  • Intel Core i5-1345U

    Mobile

    Rival
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3

    Mobile

    Rival
  • Intel Core i7-1355U
    Alt

    More EUs in the iGPU and higher clocks for better graphics.

  • AMD Ryzen 7 7735U
    Alt

    Stronger integrated Radeon graphics.

  • More P-cores for better sustained multi-threading at the cost of battery.

    Compare head-to-head
  • Incredible battery life and passively cooled designs.

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Our Verdict on Each

Core 7 150URecommended

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 review
Core i5-1335URecommended

A highly capable mobile chip for daily tasks and light workloads, offering great efficiency and adequate burst speed for typical user needs.

Best for: Purchasing a mainstream ultrabook for school or office use.

Read the full review

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Core 7 150U or Core i5-1335U?

Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i5-1335U comes out ahead with a score of 7.9/10. 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 Core i5-1335U?

For gaming, the Core i5-1335U leads with a gaming performance score of 60/100 among Core 7 150U and Core i5-1335U.

Do Core 7 150U and Core i5-1335U 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 i5-1335U (9,300). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.