CPU Comparison
Core i5-1340P vs Intel Core i7-1270P
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.
The extra 100 MHz on the P-cores provides a slight edge in single-threaded office tasks.
Gaming
Iris Xe can handle older or e-sports titles at low settings.
Performs marginally better than the 1260P in CPU-bound games, but still limited by integrated graphics for AAA titles.
Virtualization
12 threads provide enough overhead for local Docker containers.
Easily handles local Docker containers and virtual machines for development.
Efficiency
28W TDP offers a great balance of performance and battery life.
Efficiency remains strong, though the higher clocks can draw slightly more power under peak loads.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No NPU; relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks.
- No dedicated NPU
- Inference relies on CPU and integrated GPU
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 96EU handles 1080p low settings well
- Beneficial for CPU-bound esports titles
- Best paired with a discrete GPU for serious gaming
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
- High 4.8 GHz turbo boost for single-threaded tasks
- 12 cores and 16 threads for heavy multitasking
- Supports fast DDR5 memory
- Excellent Iris Xe 96EU integrated graphics
- Strong sustained performance at 28W
Cons
- Only a marginal performance increase over the 1260P
- Soldered BGA package prevents upgrades
- 28W TDP can drain battery quickly under load
- Cannot be manually overclocked
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
Intel Core i7-1270P
- AMD Ryzen 7 6800URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 5825URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1 ProRival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 6800HSRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i9-12900HKRival
Mobile
Offers nearly identical performance for a lower price in most laptops.
Compare head-to-headA 15W alternative for significantly better battery life.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 7 7735UAlt
Superior integrated graphics and efficiency.
A budget-friendly alternative with the same core count.
Compare head-to-headThe 13th gen successor with better performance and efficiency.
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 slight step up from the 1260P, offering faster clock speeds that make it ideal for users needing top-tier single-thread performance in a portable form factor.
Best for: Buying a high-end business ultrabook that requires vPro and maximum single-core speed.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Core i5-1340P or Intel Core i7-1270P?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Core i7-1270P comes out ahead with a score of 8.4/10. 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 Intel Core i7-1270P?
For gaming, the Intel Core i7-1270P leads with a gaming performance score of 76/100 among Core i5-1340P and Intel Core i7-1270P.
Which uses less power?
The Core i5-1340P has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Core i5-1340P (28 W), Intel Core i7-1270P (64 W).
Do Core i5-1340P and Intel Core i7-1270P 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 i5-1340P posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core i5-1340P (13,000), Intel Core i7-1270P (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.