CPU Comparison

Core i5-1335U vs Core i5-1345UE

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.

Intel · Core i5
Core i5-1335U
10C / 12T4.6 GHz15 W
7.9
Full review
Top pick
Intel · Core i5
Core i5-1345UE
10C / 12T4.6 GHz15 W
8.2
Full review

The Bottom Line

Overview & Launch

Brand
Intel
Intel
Market
Mobile
Mobile Embedded
Segment
Mobile
Mobile Embedded
Generation
13th Gen
13th Gen
Launched
2023
2023
Status
Active
Active
Codename
Raptor Lake-U
Raptor Lake-U
Series
Core i5
Core i5
Family
Raptor Lake
Raptor Lake
Predecessor
Intel Core i5-1235U
Intel Core i5-1245UE
Successor
Intel Core Ultra 5 125U

Specifications Compared

Cores & Clocks
Cores
10
10
Threads
12
12
Base Clock
1.3 GHz
1.4 GHz
Boost Clock
4.6 GHz
4.6 GHz
Cache & Power
L3 Cache
12 MB
12 MB
TDP
15 W
15 W
Architecture
Architecture
Raptor Lake-U
Raptor Lake-U
Process Node
Intel 7 (10nm)
Intel 7 (10nm)
Memory
Memory Type
DDR4, DDR5
DDR4, DDR5
Memory Speed
DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200
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
PCIe 4.0
PCIe 4.0
PCIe Lanes
8
8
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
Unlocked
No
No

Performance Compared

Productivity

Core i5-1335U78

Smooth performance for everyday office tasks and multitasking.

Core i5-1345UEBest80

Consistent and reliable performance for dedicated industrial workloads.

Gaming

Core i5-1335U60

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

Core i5-1345UE60

Adequate for lightweight visualization and UI rendering, not for gaming.

Virtualization

Core i5-1335U55

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

Core i5-1345UEBest70

Good partitioning with 10 cores for lightweight edge virtualization.

Efficiency

Core i5-1335UBest94

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

Core i5-1345UE92

Excellent efficiency, especially when configured at the 15W cTDP down limit.

Specialized Performance

AI / ML

Core i5-1335ULimited
  • No dedicated AI hardware
  • Relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks
Core i5-1345UEFair
  • Intel DL Boost available
  • Suitable for lightweight edge AI models

Content Creation

Core i5-1335ULimited
PhotoshopLightroomVideo ConferencingCanva
Core i5-1345UELimited
SolidWorks (Basic)AutoCAD (2D)UI RenderingVideo Playback

Gaming

Core i5-1335UFair
  • Integrated GPU limits gaming potential
  • Requires dual-channel RAM for best iGPU results
  • Not designed for AAA titles
Core i5-1345UEFair
  • Not intended for consumer gaming
  • Iris Xe is sufficient for 3D rendering in UI software
  • Supports legacy display interfaces via PCH

Industry Impact

Gaming
Low
None
Workstations
Low
Low
Content Creation
Moderate
Low
Virtualization
Moderate
High

Best CPU by Use Case

Office Applications
Excellent
Video Conferencing
Excellent
Casual Gaming
Fair
Light Coding
Good
Photo Editing
Good
Industrial Automation
Excellent
Edge AI Inference
Good
Digital Signage
Excellent
Medical Imaging
Good
Rugged Laptops
Excellent

Target Audience

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

Strengths & Weaknesses

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
Core i5-1345UE

Pros

  • Long embedded lifecycle
  • Assured frequency guarantees
  • Scalable 15W-28W TDP
  • 10 hybrid cores
  • Iris Xe 80EU graphics

Cons

  • BGA soldered only
  • Hard to find in consumer retail
  • Lower peak performance than P-series
  • Premium pricing for embedded market
  • Not for gaming

Competitors & Alternatives

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.

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  • Incredible battery life and passively cooled designs.

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Core i5-1345UE

  • AMD Ryzen 5 7535UE

    Embedded Mobile

    Rival
  • Intel Core i7-1365UE

    Embedded Mobile

    Rival
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  • NXP i.MX 8QuadMax

    Embedded

    Rival
  • AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546

    Embedded

    Rival
  • Qualcomm QCS6490

    IoT

    Rival
  • Intel Core i5-1345U
    Alt

    Similar performance but standard mobile lifecycle.

  • AMD Ryzen 5 7640U
    Alt

    Better raw performance if long-term embedded availability is not required.

  • Intel N100
    Alt

    Much cheaper and lower power for basic IoT tasks.

  • Lower cost embedded option if 10 cores are unnecessary.

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Our Verdict on Each

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.

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Core i5-1345UERecommended

A highly reliable embedded processor offering scalable TDP and assured performance baselines for mission-critical deployments.

Best for: Designing an industrial PC or kiosk requiring long-term availability and predictable performance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Core i5-1335U or Core i5-1345UE?

Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i5-1345UE comes out ahead with a score of 8.2/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.

Do Core i5-1335U and Core i5-1345UE 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 i5-1335U posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core i5-1335U (9,300), Core i5-1345UE (9,100). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.