CPU Comparison
Core i5-1335U vs Core i5-1345U
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i5-1335U is a 10-core mobile processor tailored for mainstream ultrabooks. Featuring 2 Performance cores and 8 Efficient cores, it balances daily responsiveness with power efficiency. Operating at a 15W base TDP, it can boost up to 4.6 GHz when demanding applications require quick bursts of speed. The integrated Iris Xe Graphics with 80 Execution Units handles 4K video decoding and casual gaming with ease. Supporting DDR4 and DDR5 memory alongside PCIe Gen 4, the i5-1335U is a versatile engine for everyday computing, providing modern connectivity features in a thermally constrained mobile package.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Smooth performance for everyday office tasks and multitasking.
Snappy for everyday office apps, web, and light coding.
Gaming
Suitable only for e-sports and older games at reduced settings.
Can run older or e-sports titles at low settings via Iris Xe, but not suited for modern AAA games.
Virtualization
Basic VM support, but constrained by core count and memory bandwidth.
Can handle light VMs for development, but limited by memory and core allocation.
Efficiency
Exceptional efficiency, ensuring long battery life for on-the-go use.
Outstanding power efficiency for all-day battery life in ultrabooks.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No dedicated AI hardware
- Relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks
- No dedicated NPU
- Basic AI inferencing on CPU/GPU
Content Creation
Gaming
- Integrated GPU limits gaming potential
- Requires dual-channel RAM for best iGPU results
- Not designed for AAA titles
- Depends heavily on RAM configuration
- Suitable for e-sports at 1080p
- Not a replacement for discrete GPU
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
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
Pros
- 10-core hybrid design
- Low 15W base power
- Iris Xe 80EU graphics
- DDR5 support
- Good single-core boost
Cons
- Limited sustained performance
- Not for gaming
- BGA socket limits upgrades
- Only 8 PCIe 4.0 lanes
- E-cores lack AVX-512
Competitors & Alternatives
Core i5-1335U
- AMD Ryzen 5 7530URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 7640URival
Mobile
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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.
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Incredible battery life and passively cooled designs.
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Core i5-1345U
- AMD Ryzen 5 7530URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 7535URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i5-1335URival
Mobile
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i7-1355UAlt
Better graphics and higher clocks for slightly more money.
- AMD Ryzen 7 7730UAlt
Strong multi-core performance in the same power envelope.
- Apple MacBook Air M1Alt
Better efficiency and integrated graphics if not tied to Windows.
- AMD Ryzen 5 7640UAlt
Newer Zen 4 architecture with RDNA 3 graphics.
Our Verdict on Each
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 reviewA solid 13th-gen mobile chip offering great battery life and enough burst speed for daily tasks, though not meant for heavy workloads.
Best for: Buying a thin-and-light laptop for school or office work.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Core i5-1335U or Core i5-1345U?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i5-1345U 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 i5-1335U or Core i5-1345U?
For gaming, the Core i5-1345U leads with a gaming performance score of 65/100 among Core i5-1335U and Core i5-1345U.
Do Core i5-1335U and Core i5-1345U 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 i5-1345U posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core i5-1335U (9,300), Core i5-1345U (9,600). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.