CPU Comparison
Intel Core i5-1240P vs Core i5-1335U
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i5-1240P is a 12-core mobile processor from the 12th Generation Alder Lake-P lineup, launched in February 2022.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
12 cores ensure snappy performance in heavy multitasking and office applications.
Smooth performance for everyday office tasks and multitasking.
Gaming
Iris Xe 80EU handles esports titles well but struggles with demanding AAA games.
Suitable only for e-sports and older games at reduced settings.
Virtualization
Easily handles local development virtual machines.
Basic VM support, but constrained by core count and memory bandwidth.
Efficiency
Excellent performance-per-watt, ensuring all-day battery life in ultrabooks.
Exceptional efficiency, ensuring long battery life for on-the-go use.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Adequate for background blur and basic audio noise cancellation.
- No dedicated AI silicon.
- No dedicated AI hardware
- Relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks
Content Creation
Gaming
- Suitable for Minecraft, CS:GO, and League of Legends.
- Not designed for high-end gaming without a discrete GPU.
- Supports fast hardware video decoding.
- Integrated GPU limits gaming potential
- Requires dual-channel RAM for best iGPU results
- Not designed for AAA titles
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- 12 cores and 16 threads in a 28W package
- Excellent performance-per-watt
- Supports DDR5 and LPDDR5 memory
- Great for heavy multitasking
- Good value compared to i7 variants
Cons
- Not unlocked for overclocking
- Soldered to the motherboard (BGA)
- iGPU slightly slower than i5-1250P
- Can run warm under sustained load
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
Intel Core i5-1240P
- AMD Ryzen 5 6600URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1260PRival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600HRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i5-1250PRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1 ProRival
Mobile
Better battery life for standard office use.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 7 6800UAlt
Superior integrated graphics performance for light gaming.
Lower power variant for thinner designs and longer battery life.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 5600UAlt
Older but cost-effective alternative with solid performance.
Core i5-1335U
- AMD Ryzen 5 7530URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 7640URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i5-1345URival
Mobile
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i7-1355UAlt
More EUs in the iGPU and higher clocks for better graphics.
- AMD Ryzen 7 7735UAlt
Stronger integrated Radeon graphics.
More P-cores for better sustained multi-threading at the cost of battery.
Compare head-to-head- Alt
Incredible battery life and passively cooled designs.
Compare head-to-head
Our Verdict on Each
A nearly identical alternative to the 1250P, offering exceptional 12-core performance in a 28W envelope with excellent value.
Best for: Purchasing a mid-range premium ultrabook for heavy productivity and light content creation.
Read the full reviewA 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 reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Core i5-1240P or Core i5-1335U?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Core i5-1240P comes out ahead with a score of 8.7/10. 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, Intel Core i5-1240P or Core i5-1335U?
For gaming, the Intel Core i5-1240P leads with a gaming performance score of 62/100 among Intel Core i5-1240P and Core i5-1335U.
Which uses less power?
The Core i5-1335U has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Core i5-1240P (28 W), Core i5-1335U (15 W).
Do Intel Core i5-1240P 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 has more cores?
The Intel Core i5-1240P has the most cores. Core counts: Intel Core i5-1240P (12 cores), Core i5-1335U (10 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Core i5-1335U posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core i5-1335U (9,300). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.