CPU Comparison
Core i5-1350P vs Intel Core i7-1360P
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.
Snappy performance for daily office and prosumer tasks.
Gaming
Iris Xe can handle older or e-sports titles at low settings.
Good for esports titles via integrated graphics.
Virtualization
12 threads provide enough overhead for local Docker containers.
Adequate for basic VMs but limited by 4 P-cores.
Efficiency
28W TDP offers a great balance of performance and battery life.
Excellent efficiency for all-day battery life.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No NPU; relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks.
- GNA 3.0 for audio processing
- Capable of basic local inference
- DLBoost available
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 Sims 4 and CS:GO well
- Not intended for AAA gaming
- Shares system memory
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 price-to-performance ratio
- Great single-thread speeds (5.0 GHz)
- Capable Iris Xe 96EU graphics
- Strong battery life characteristics
- Ideal for everyday multitasking
Cons
- Limited multi-thread headroom (4 P-cores)
- Locked multiplier
- No PCIe 5.0 support
- Not suitable for heavy 3D work
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 i7-1360P
- AMD Ryzen 7 7735URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 5 7640HSRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-1370PRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
- Intel Core i5-1340PRival
Mobile
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 28W processor that offers snappy daily performance and good battery life, making it a staple for high-end 14-inch laptops.
Best for: Mainstream premium ultrabooks
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Core i5-1350P or Intel Core i7-1360P?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Core i7-1360P comes out ahead with a score of 8.5/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.
Do Core i5-1350P and Intel Core i7-1360P 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 i7-1360P (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.