CPU Comparison
Core i5-1340P vs Core i5-13505H
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.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Great for heavy Excel, large databases, and corporate software.
Excellent for heavy Excel, large databases, and corporate software.
Gaming
Iris Xe can handle older or e-sports titles at low settings.
Not targeted at gaming, but Iris Xe handles light titles adequately.
Virtualization
12 threads provide enough overhead for local Docker containers.
vPro and 16 threads make it great for secure corporate VMs.
Efficiency
28W TDP offers a great balance of performance and battery life.
45W TDP is standard for H-series, requiring decent cooling.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No NPU; relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks.
- Suitable for standard CPU-based AI inference.
- No dedicated NPU for AI acceleration.
Content Creation
Gaming
- Not intended for AAA gaming without a discrete GPU.
- Iris Xe 80EU is suitable for Minecraft or CS:GO at 1080p Low.
- Iris Xe 80EU can run older or e-sports titles at low settings.
- Not intended for AAA gaming without a discrete GPU.
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
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
Pros
- Includes Intel vPro for enterprise management
- Strong 12-core, 16-thread performance
- Good single-threaded speed for office apps
- Supports fast DDR5 memory
Cons
- Lower clock speeds than the 13600H
- 45W TDP limits use in ultra-thin laptops
- Overkill for basic office tasks
- Premium pricing due to vPro licensing
Competitors & Alternatives
Core i5-1340P
- AMD Ryzen 5 7640URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 7730URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1260PRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i5-1350PRival
Mobile
Slightly higher clocks if you need maximum P-series performance.
Compare head-to-head- Ryzen 7 7730UAlt
Better battery life and similar multi-core performance.
- Core i5-1240PAlt
Older gen but similar performance, often cheaper.
Better battery life if you don't need sustained performance.
Compare head-to-head
Core i5-13505H
- AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7640HSRival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7735URival
Mobile
- Intel Core i7-1365URival
Mobile
- Intel Core i5-1345URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
Similar performance without vPro for consumer laptops.
Compare head-to-head- Ryzen 5 PRO 7640HSAlt
AMD equivalent with enterprise features.
Lower TDP for better battery life in office laptops.
Compare head-to-headBetter efficiency for standard business use.
Compare head-to-headMuch lower power consumption for basic tasks.
Compare head-to-head
Our Verdict on Each
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.
Read the full reviewA solid 12-core mobile CPU offering excellent enterprise features via vPro, ideal for corporate fleets requiring remote management.
Best for: Business laptops for professionals needing remote IT management.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Core i5-1340P or Core i5-13505H?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i5-13505H comes out ahead with a score of 8.3/10. 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 i5-13505H?
For gaming, the Core i5-13505H leads with a gaming performance score of 70/100 among Core i5-1340P and Core i5-13505H.
Which uses less power?
The Core i5-1340P has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Core i5-1340P (28 W), Core i5-13505H (45 W).
Do Core i5-1340P and Core i5-13505H 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 i5-13505H posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core i5-1340P (13,000), Core i5-13505H (16,000). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.