CPU Comparison
Core i5-1350P vs Intel Core i7-1260P
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i5-1350P is a low-power mobile processor designed for premium thin-and-light laptops. Part of the Raptor Lake-P family, it features 12 cores (4 Performance + 8 Efficient) and 16 threads. Operating at a 28W base TDP, it balances performance with battery life. With a max turbo of 4.7 GHz and 12MB of L3 cache, it handles everyday productivity and light content creation with ease. The integrated Iris Xe Graphics with 80 Execution Units provides capable display output and casual gaming. Released in early 2023, the 1350P targets professionals and students who need strong multi-core performance in a highly portable form factor, offering a significant step up in multi-threading over U-series chips while maintaining excellent efficiency.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Excellent for heavy Excel, large databases, and corporate software.
Excels at multitasking, heavy office workloads, and web browsing with dozens of tabs open.
Gaming
Iris Xe can handle older or e-sports titles at low settings.
Handles esports titles and older games at 1080p well, but struggles with demanding AAA titles without a discrete GPU.
Virtualization
12 threads provide enough overhead for local Docker containers.
Capable of running local virtual machines for development purposes, though limited by memory bandwidth.
Efficiency
28W TDP offers a great balance of performance and battery life.
The E-cores provide excellent idle and low-load efficiency, extending battery life significantly.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No NPU; relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks.
- Uses CPU-based inference for AI workloads
- Lacks a dedicated NPU found in later Meteor Lake generations
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.
- Relies on Iris Xe 96EU integrated graphics
- Suitable for Minecraft, CS:GO, and League of Legends
- Not recommended for modern AAA gaming without discrete GPU
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Excellent 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
- Can get warm under sustained load in thin chassis
Pros
- Excellent multi-core performance for a 28W chip
- Hybrid architecture improves multitasking heavily
- Supports fast DDR5 memory
- Strong integrated graphics (96EU)
- Good sustained performance in well-cooled chassis
Cons
- 28W base TDP requires decent cooling
- No unlocked multiplier for overclocking
- Soldered to the motherboard (BGA)
- Battery life is shorter than 15W U-series equivalents
Competitors & Alternatives
Core i5-1350P
- AMD Ryzen 7 7730URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 7640URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1360PRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3Rival
Mobile
Slightly lower clocks for a cheaper price point.
Compare head-to-head- Ryzen 7 7730UAlt
Better battery life and similar multi-core performance.
- Core i7-1260PAlt
Older gen but similar performance, often cheaper.
Better battery life if you don't need sustained performance.
Compare head-to-head
Intel Core i7-1260P
- AMD Ryzen 7 6800URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 5800URival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M1Rival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 6600URival
Mobile
- Intel Core i7-1185G7Rival
Mobile
Offers slightly higher clock speeds for marginally better performance.
Compare head-to-headBetter battery life in thinner chassis due to 15W TDP.
Compare head-to-headSimilar P-core count but lower price point in laptops.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 7 7735UAlt
Excellent efficiency and integrated graphics performance.
Lower power consumption variant for premium ultrabooks.
Compare head-to-head
Our Verdict on Each
An excellent 28W CPU that balances 12-core multitasking with thin-and-light portability, though it runs warm under sustained load.
Best for: Premium ultrabooks for professionals and students.
Read the full reviewA highly capable mobile processor that brought desktop-class hybrid architecture to thin-and-light laptops, offering excellent multi-core scaling.
Best for: Purchasing a used or discounted premium ultrabook from 2022.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is faster for gaming, Core i5-1350P or Intel Core i7-1260P?
For gaming, the Intel Core i7-1260P leads with a gaming performance score of 75/100 among Core i5-1350P and Intel Core i7-1260P.
Which uses less power?
The Core i5-1350P has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Core i5-1350P (28 W), Intel Core i7-1260P (64 W).
Do Core i5-1350P and Intel Core i7-1260P 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 i5-1350P posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Core i5-1350P (13,500), Intel Core i7-1260P (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.