CPU Comparison

Intel Core i7-13700H vs Intel Core i7-1370P

A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i7-13700H is a high-performance mobile processor designed for thin-and-light gaming laptops and portable creator workstations.

Intel · Core i7
Intel Core i7-13700H
14C / 20T5 GHz45 W
8.7
Full review
Top pick
Intel · Core i7
Intel Core i7-1370P
14C / 20T5.2 GHz28 W
8.8
Full review

The Bottom Line

Overview & Launch

Brand
Intel
Intel
Market
Mobile
Mobile
Segment
Mobile
Mobile
Generation
13th Gen (Raptor Lake)
13th Generation
Launched
2023
2023
Status
Active
Active
Codename
Raptor Lake-H
Raptor Lake-P
Series
Core i7
Core i7
Family
Raptor Lake
Raptor Lake
Predecessor
Core i7-12700H
Core i7-1280P
Successor
Core Ultra 7 155H
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H

Specifications Compared

Cores & Clocks
Cores
14
14
Threads
20
20
Base Clock
2.4 GHz
1.9 GHz
Boost Clock
5 GHz
5.2 GHz
Cache & Power
L3 Cache
24 MB
24 MB
TDP
45 W
28 W
Architecture
Architecture
Raptor Lake-H
Raptor Lake-P
Process Node
Intel 7 (10nm)
10 nm
Memory
Memory Type
DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR4x, LPDDR5
DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR4x, LPDDR5
Memory Speed
DDR5-5200, LPDDR5-6400
DDR5-5200
Memory Channels
Dual (2)
Dual (2)
Max Memory
64 GB
96 GB
Platform & I/O
Socket
Intel BGA 1744
Intel BGA 1744
PCIe Version
PCIe 5.0
PCIe 4.0
PCIe Lanes
8
20
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
Unlocked
No
No

Performance Compared

Productivity

Intel Core i7-13700HBest84

Easily handles 4K video editing and heavy multi-tasking.

Intel Core i7-1370P82

Strong application launch and compilation speeds.

Gaming

Intel Core i7-13700HBest85

Provides high frame rates when paired with RTX 4050/4060 mobile GPUs.

Intel Core i7-1370P65

Capable of 60fps in esports titles via integrated graphics.

Virtualization

Intel Core i7-13700HBest75

Adequate for light VM usage on the go.

Intel Core i7-1370P70

Good for light VM usage on the go.

Efficiency

Intel Core i7-13700H80

Excellent power scaling for battery life during light tasks.

Intel Core i7-1370PBest88

Excellent performance-per-watt for ultrabook use.

Specialized Performance

AI / ML

Intel Core i7-13700HModerate
  • Good CPU inference capabilities.
  • Integrated GPU can assist with light AI workloads via OpenVINO.
Intel Core i7-1370PModerate
  • Good for local AI inference
  • GNA 3.0 for background noise cancellation
  • DLBoost for image upscaling

Content Creation

Intel Core i7-13700HVery Good
Premiere ProPhotoshopLightroomBlender
Intel Core i7-1370PVery Good
Adobe PhotoshopLightroomPremiere Pro (1080p)Illustrator

Gaming

Intel Core i7-13700HVery Good
  • Rarely bottlenecks mobile GPUs up to RTX 4070.
  • Intel Thread Director ensures smooth background task management.
Intel Core i7-1370PGood
  • Iris Xe 96EU handles older games well
  • Requires a dGPU for modern AAA gaming
  • Fast single-core speeds benefit CPU-bound games

Industry Impact

Gaming
High
Moderate
Workstations
Moderate
Low
Content Creation
High
High
Virtualization
Moderate
Moderate

Best CPU by Use Case

Mobile 1080p Gaming
Excellent
Photo Editing
Very Good
Very Good
On-the-Go Streaming
Very Good
Software Development
Excellent
1080p Video Editing
Good
Programming
Excellent
Light Gaming
Good
Battery Life
Very Good

Target Audience

Gamers
Targeted
Content Creators
Targeted
Targeted
Developers
Targeted
Targeted
Workstation Users
Streamers
Targeted
Office / Productivity
Targeted
Students
Targeted
Targeted

Strengths & Weaknesses

Intel Core i7-13700H

Pros

  • Excellent single-threaded performance
  • Great hybrid core balance for mobile
  • Supports fast LPDDR5 memory
  • Integrated Iris Xe 96EU graphics
  • PCIe 5.0 support for storage

Cons

  • BGA socket means it cannot be upgraded
  • Thermal throttling is common in thin laptops
  • 115W turbo power is hard to sustain on battery
Intel Core i7-1370P

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

Intel Core i7-13700H

Intel Core i7-1370P

Our Verdict on Each

An excellent mobile CPU that offers a perfect sweet spot of clock speeds and core counts for premium thin-and-light laptops.

Best for: Purchasing a thin-and-light gaming or creator laptop.

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An 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Intel Core i7-13700H 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, Intel Core i7-13700H or Intel Core i7-1370P?

For gaming, the Intel Core i7-13700H leads with a gaming performance score of 85/100 among Intel Core i7-13700H and Intel Core i7-1370P.

Which uses less power?

The Intel Core i7-1370P has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Core i7-13700H (45 W), Intel Core i7-1370P (28 W).

Do Intel Core i7-13700H 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 is faster in multi-core benchmarks?

The Intel Core i7-13700H posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core i7-13700H (32,000), Intel Core i7-1370P (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.