CPU Comparison
Core i5-1340P vs Intel Core i7-1370P
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.
Strong application launch and compilation speeds.
Gaming
Iris Xe can handle older or e-sports titles at low settings.
Capable of 60fps in esports titles via integrated graphics.
Virtualization
12 threads provide enough overhead for local Docker containers.
Good for light VM usage on the go.
Efficiency
28W TDP offers a great balance of performance and battery life.
Excellent performance-per-watt for ultrabook use.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No NPU; relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks.
- Good for local AI inference
- GNA 3.0 for background noise cancellation
- DLBoost for image upscaling
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 games well
- Requires a dGPU for modern AAA gaming
- Fast single-core speeds benefit CPU-bound games
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 balance of performance and power (28W)
- Iris Xe 96EU graphics are highly capable for an iGPU
- Supports fast LPDDR5-6400 memory
- High 5.2 GHz single-core boost
- Ideal for thin-and-light chassis
Cons
- Not unlocked for overclocking
- Limited to PCIe 4.0 (no Gen 5 support)
- Can throttle under sustained multi-threaded load without good cooling
- More expensive than U-series alternatives
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 i7-1370P
- AMD Ryzen 7 7840URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 7735HSRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1360PRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2 ProRival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 7640HSRival
Mobile
- Alt
Unmatched battery life if you are in the Apple ecosystem.
Compare head-to-head - Intel Core i5-1340PAlt
Better value for users who don't need maximum P-cores.
More power (45W) if your chassis can handle the heat.
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 reviewAn excellent processor for ultrabooks and 14-inch laptops, offering strong burst performance and capable integrated graphics for on-the-go creators.
Best for: Premium 14-inch ultrabooks and thin-and-light creator laptops
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Core i5-1340P or Intel Core i7-1370P?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Core i7-1370P comes out ahead with a score of 8.8/10. 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 i7-1370P?
For gaming, the Intel Core i7-1370P leads with a gaming performance score of 65/100 among Core i5-1340P and Intel Core i7-1370P.
Do Core i5-1340P and Intel Core i7-1370P 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 Intel Core i7-1370P has the most cores. Core counts: Core i5-1340P (12 cores), Intel Core i7-1370P (14 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), Intel Core i7-1370P (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.