CPU Comparison
Core 7 150U vs Core i5-1340P
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 heavy Excel, large databases, and corporate software.
Gaming
Iris Xe can handle older or e-sports titles at low settings.
Virtualization
12 threads provide enough overhead for local Docker containers.
Efficiency
Very competitive power efficiency within the 15W TDP limit.
28W TDP offers a great balance of performance and battery life.
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 without a discrete GPU.
- Iris Xe 80EU is suitable for Minecraft or CS:GO at 1080p Low.
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
- Good balance of performance and battery life
- 12 cores handle multitasking well
- Iris Xe 80EU graphics are capable for an iGPU
- Supports fast DDR5 and LPDDR5 memory
Cons
- Only 12MB L3 cache
- Lacks PCIe 5.0 support
- Locked multiplier
- Lower boost clock than 1350P
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 i5-1340P
- AMD Ryzen 5 7640URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 7730URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1260PRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i5-1350PRival
Mobile
Slightly higher clocks if you need maximum P-series performance.
Compare head-to-head- Ryzen 7 7730UAlt
Better battery life and similar multi-core performance.
- Core i5-1240PAlt
Older gen but similar performance, often cheaper.
Better battery life if you don't need sustained performance.
Compare head-to-head
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 28W CPU that balances 12-core multitasking with portability, offering good value for mainstream thin-and-light laptops.
Best for: Mainstream ultrabooks for students and office workers.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Core 7 150U or Core i5-1340P?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i5-1340P comes out ahead with a score of 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 Core i5-1340P?
For gaming, the Core i5-1340P leads with a gaming performance score of 58/100 among Core 7 150U and Core i5-1340P.
Which uses less power?
The Core 7 150U has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Core 7 150U (15 W), Core i5-1340P (28 W).
Do Core 7 150U and Core i5-1340P use the same socket?
Yes — all of these CPUs use the Intel BGA 1744 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.
Which has more cores?
The Core i5-1340P has the most cores. Core counts: Core 7 150U (10 cores), Core i5-1340P (12 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Core i5-1340P posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core 7 150U (11,500), Core i5-1340P (13,000). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.