CPU Comparison
Core i5-1350P vs Intel Core Ultra 5 125U
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.
Handles everyday office tasks and multitasking smoothly without overheating.
Gaming
Iris Xe can handle older or e-sports titles at low settings.
Only suitable for very light or older games. Not recommended for modern AAA gaming.
Virtualization
12 threads provide enough overhead for local Docker containers.
Can run basic VMs, but the 2 P-cores limit heavy virtualization performance.
Efficiency
28W TDP offers a great balance of performance and battery life.
Excellent efficiency with a 15W TDP, ensuring long battery life for ultraportables.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No NPU; relies on CPU/GPU for AI tasks.
- 11 TOPS NPU is suitable for background blur and noise cancellation
- Does not meet Copilot+ PC requirements
- Handles lightweight inference tasks
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.
- 64 EU graphics are adequate for 2D and indie games
- Can run older AAA titles at 720p low settings
- Not designed for gaming enthusiasts
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 15W power efficiency
- Good multitasking for everyday apps
- Quiet and cool operation
- Includes 2 LP E-cores for background tasks
- Hardware media acceleration
Cons
- Limited to 2 P-cores for heavy lifting
- Only 64 EU graphics
- 11 TOPS NPU is relatively weak
- No PCIe 5.0 support
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 Ultra 5 125U
- AMD Ryzen 5 8640URival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 8840URival
Mobile
- Intel Core Ultra 7 155URival
Mobile
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X PlusRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M2Rival
Mobile
- Core Ultra 5 125HAlt
A better alternative if you need more CPU and graphics performance.
An even more power-efficient option for ultra-thin laptops.
Compare head-to-head- Snapdragon X PlusAlt
An ARM-based alternative offering exceptional battery life.
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 solid, efficient processor for everyday ultrabooks, offering good multitasking capabilities and decent battery life, though its NPU is modest.
Best for: Everyday ultrabook for office work and student use
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is faster for gaming, Core i5-1350P or Intel Core Ultra 5 125U?
For gaming, the Core i5-1350P leads with a gaming performance score of 60/100 among Core i5-1350P and Intel Core Ultra 5 125U.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Core Ultra 5 125U has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Core i5-1350P (28 W), Intel Core Ultra 5 125U (15 W).
Do Core i5-1350P and Intel Core Ultra 5 125U use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (Core i5-1350P: Intel BGA 1744, Intel Core Ultra 5 125U: Intel BGA 2049), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
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 Ultra 5 125U (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.