CPU Comparison

Core i5-1340P vs Core i5-1345UE

A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i5-1340P is a 28W mobile processor designed for mainstream thin-and-light laptops. Part of the Raptor Lake-P family, it features a 12-core, 16-thread hybrid architecture with 4 Performance cores and 8 Efficient cores. With a max turbo of 4.6 GHz and 12MB of L3 cache, it delivers solid performance for everyday productivity, coding, and light content creation. The integrated Iris Xe Graphics with 80 Execution Units handles display outputs and casual gaming efficiently. Released in early 2023, the 1340P serves as a value-oriented option in the P-series lineup, offering a good balance of multi-threaded performance and battery life for students and professionals who need more power than a U-series but at a lower price point than the 1350P.

Intel · Core i5
Core i5-1340P
12C / 16T4.6 GHz28 W
8
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-P
Raptor Lake-U
Series
Core i5
Core i5
Family
Raptor Lake
Raptor Lake
Predecessor
Intel Core i5-1240P
Intel Core i5-1245UE
Successor
Intel Core Ultra 5 125U

Specifications Compared

Cores & Clocks
Cores
12
10
Threads
16
12
Base Clock
1.9 GHz
1.4 GHz
Boost Clock
4.6 GHz
4.6 GHz
Cache & Power
L3 Cache
12 MB
12 MB
TDP
28 W
15 W
Architecture
Architecture
Raptor Lake-P
Raptor Lake-U
Process Node
10nm
Intel 7 (10nm)
Memory
Memory Type
DDR4, DDR5
DDR4, DDR5
Memory Speed
DDR5-5200
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
20
8
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
Unlocked
No
No

Performance Compared

Productivity

Core i5-1340PBest82

Great for heavy Excel, large databases, and corporate software.

Core i5-1345UE80

Consistent and reliable performance for dedicated industrial workloads.

Gaming

Core i5-1340P58

Iris Xe can handle older or e-sports titles at low settings.

Core i5-1345UEBest60

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

Virtualization

Core i5-1340PBest72

12 threads provide enough overhead for local Docker containers.

Core i5-1345UE70

Good partitioning with 10 cores for lightweight edge virtualization.

Efficiency

Core i5-1340P85

28W TDP offers a great balance of performance and battery life.

Core i5-1345UEBest92

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

Specialized Performance

AI / ML

Core i5-1340PLimited
  • No NPU; relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks.
Core i5-1345UEFair
  • Intel DL Boost available
  • Suitable for lightweight edge AI models

Content Creation

Core i5-1340PGood
PhotoshopLightroomLight Video Editing
Core i5-1345UELimited
SolidWorks (Basic)AutoCAD (2D)UI RenderingVideo Playback

Gaming

Core i5-1340PFair
  • Not intended for AAA gaming without a discrete GPU.
  • Iris Xe 80EU is suitable for Minecraft or CS:GO at 1080p Low.
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

Heavy Office Work
Very Good
Web Development
Very 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
Targeted
Developers
Targeted
Targeted
Workstation Users
Streamers
Office / Productivity
Targeted
Students
Targeted

Strengths & Weaknesses

Core i5-1340P

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
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 i5-1340P

Core i5-1345UE

  • AMD Ryzen 5 7535UE

    Embedded Mobile

    Rival
  • Intel Core i7-1365UE

    Embedded Mobile

    Rival
    Compare head-to-head
  • 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.

    Compare head-to-head

Our Verdict on Each

Core i5-1340PRecommended

A 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.

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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 i5-1340P 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.

Which is faster for gaming, Core i5-1340P or Core i5-1345UE?

For gaming, the Core i5-1345UE leads with a gaming performance score of 60/100 among Core i5-1340P and Core i5-1345UE.

Which uses less power?

The Core i5-1345UE has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Core i5-1340P (28 W), Core i5-1345UE (15 W).

Do Core i5-1340P 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 has more cores?

The Core i5-1340P has the most cores. Core counts: Core i5-1340P (12 cores), Core i5-1345UE (10 cores).

Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?

The Core i5-1340P posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core i5-1340P (13,000), Core i5-1345UE (9,100). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.