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.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Smooth performance for everyday office tasks and multitasking.
Consistent and reliable performance for dedicated industrial workloads.
Gaming
Suitable only for e-sports and older games at reduced settings.
Adequate for lightweight visualization and UI rendering, not for gaming.
Virtualization
Basic VM support, but constrained by core count and memory bandwidth.
Good partitioning with 10 cores for lightweight edge virtualization.
Efficiency
Exceptional efficiency, ensuring long battery life for on-the-go use.
Excellent efficiency, especially when configured at the 15W cTDP down limit.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No dedicated AI hardware
- Relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks
- Intel DL Boost available
- Suitable for lightweight edge AI models
Content Creation
Gaming
- Integrated GPU limits gaming potential
- Requires dual-channel RAM for best iGPU results
- Not designed for AAA titles
- Not intended for consumer gaming
- Iris Xe is sufficient for 3D rendering in UI software
- Supports legacy display interfaces via PCH
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
- 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 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.
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Incredible battery life and passively cooled designs.
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Core i5-1345UE
- AMD Ryzen 5 7535UERival
Embedded Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1365UERival
Embedded Mobile
- NXP i.MX 8QuadMaxRival
Embedded
- AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546Rival
Embedded
- Qualcomm QCS6490Rival
IoT
- Intel Core i5-1345UAlt
Similar performance but standard mobile lifecycle.
- AMD Ryzen 5 7640UAlt
Better raw performance if long-term embedded availability is not required.
- Intel N100Alt
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
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 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.
Read the full reviewFrequently 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.