CPU Comparison
Core i5-1340P vs Core i7-1365U
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.
Exceptional performance for office applications and multitasking.
Gaming
Iris Xe can handle older or e-sports titles at low settings.
Suitable for casual and esports gaming at 1080p using integrated graphics.
Virtualization
12 threads provide enough overhead for local Docker containers.
Capable of running light virtual machines, though limited by 15W TDP.
Efficiency
28W TDP offers a great balance of performance and battery life.
Outstanding performance-per-watt, ensuring long battery life.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No NPU; relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks.
- Relies on CPU and Iris Xe for inference
- Suitable for background AI noise cancellation
- Not designed for local LLM deployment
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 older titles well
- Not suitable for AAA gaming without a discrete GPU
- Excellent for cloud gaming streaming
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
- Excellent single-core burst performance
- Outstanding power efficiency
- Supports modern DDR5 and LPDDR5 memory
- Integrated Iris Xe 96EU graphics
- Ideal for fanless or thin-and-light designs
Cons
- Locked multiplier
- Limited PCIe lanes (8) from CPU
- Not suitable for sustained heavy workloads
- Soldered BGA socket prevents upgrades
- Integrated graphics struggle with modern games
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 i7-1365U
- AMD Ryzen 7 7730URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 7735URival
Mobile
- Intel Core i7-1355URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i5-1335UAlt
Offers similar architecture at a lower price point for budget ultrabooks.
- Intel Core i7-13700PAlt
Better choice for users needing sustained multi-core performance in thicker laptops.
- AMD Ryzen 5 7530UAlt
Excellent battery life and multi-core efficiency for thin-and-lights.
- Alt
Superior sustained performance and efficiency in the macOS ecosystem.
Compare head-to-head Newer Meteor Lake architecture with dedicated low-power AI silicon.
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 highly efficient mobile processor delivering exceptional single-thread burst speeds for everyday ultrabook use.
Best for: Purchasing a premium ultrabook for professional productivity
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Core i5-1340P or Core i7-1365U?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Core i7-1365U comes out ahead with a score of 8.7/10. 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 i7-1365U?
For gaming, the Core i7-1365U leads with a gaming performance score of 65/100 among Core i5-1340P and Core i7-1365U.
Which uses less power?
The Core i7-1365U has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Core i5-1340P (28 W), Core i7-1365U (15 W).
Do Core i5-1340P and Core i7-1365U 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 i7-1365U (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 i7-1365U (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.