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At HI Digital I test and write about different hardware configurations to show other PC users what they can expect from their build. My end goal is to educate the masses to make the right decision when they are looking for new PC parts to buy

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This article continues our series of mobile CPU comparisons. Today, I’ll compare the Core i7-1360P vs Core i5-1340P. We’ll see how big is the performance difference between the two CPUs and then derive the better value CPU. Let’s dive straight in.

Key Takeaways

• Talking performance, the Core i7-1360P proved 7.2% faster in multi-core applications and 9.2% faster in single-core applications than the Core i5-1340P.
• The Core i7-1360P laptops lie in the $1089-$3499 price bracket, while Core i5-1340P laptops cost between $867 and $2066. 
• Value-wise, the Core i5-1340P is much better, showing little performance difference for much cheaper.

Comparison Table

Let’s compare the specifications of the two CPUs to trace the similarities and differences.

Core i7-1360P vs Core i5-1340P

Here’s a look at the key differences.

Architectural Differences

1. Clock Speeds: The Core i7-1360P boasts impressive base clock speeds, running its P-cores at 2.2GHz and E-cores at 1.6GHz. Meanwhile, the Core i5-1340P has base frequencies of 1.4GHz (E-cores) and 1.9GHz (E-cores). As for boost speeds, the Core i7-1360P clocks 5GHz on the P-cores and 3.7GHz on the E-cores, compared to 4.6GHz and 3.4GHz of the Core i5, respectively.
2. Cache: The Intel Core i7-1360P has an extra 6MB of L3 Cache compared to the Core i5-1340P.
3. Integrated Graphics: The Core i7-1360P has more execution units (EUs) and a 50MHz higher boost clock speed in its iGPU.

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Core i7-1360P Vs Core i5-1340P: Performance Benchmarks 

Let’s go over the performance benchmarks. 

Cinebench R15

• The first benchmark is Cinebench R15. In the multi-core test, the Core i7-1360P scored 1915 points in comparison with the 1756 points scored by the Core i5-1340P.
• Regarding single-core scores, the Core i7-1360P’s tally is 263.5 points, leading the Core i5-1340P (240.5 points).

Cinebench R23

• Moving on to Cinebench R23, the Core i7-1360P racked up 11287 multi-core points. In contrast, the Core i5-1340P scored 10920 points. 
• In the single-core test, the Core i7-1360P recorded 1848 points while the Core i5-1340P scored 1710 points. 

Geekbench 5

• The next application is Geekbench 5, and the Core i7-1360P maintains its lead here. It scored 10754 points in reply to 9655 points of the Core i5-1340P.
• Looking at single-core performance, the Core i7-1360P’s tally is 1838 points, leading the Core i5-1340P’s score of 1664 points.

Also Check: Core i7 1360P Vs Core i7 13700H

Summing Up The Multi-Core And Single-Core Performance

I’ve averaged the multi-core and single-core scores across the three applications. Here are the results. 

• Multi-core Performance: The Core i7-1360P averaged 7985 points across the three tests, beating the Core i5-1340P’s score of 7443 points. Overall, the Core i7-1360P proved 7.2% faster in multi-core applications. 
• Single-core Performance: As for single-core scores, the Core i7-1360P averaged 1316 points, whereas the Core i5-1340P averaged 1205 points. Thus, on average, the Core i7-1360P performs 9.2% faster in single-core applications.

3DMark Time Spy CPU Benchmark

• Continuing our benchmarks is the 3DMark Time Spy test. Here, the Core i5-1340P (7304.5 points) outperformed the Core i7-1360P (7616 points) — specifically by 4.2%.

Learn: How To Benchmark Your PC/Laptop

Blender 3.3 Classroom

• In the Blender render test, the Core i7-1360P was 4.5% faster, rendering the scene in 545 seconds. In response, the Core i5-1340P took 570 seconds.

HWBOT x265 Benchmark V2.2

• My last benchmark is the HWBOT x265 4K conversion test, where the Core i7-1360P scored 12.6 FPS, 1.6% higher than the Core i5-1340P’s score of 12.4 FPS. 

Average Power Consumption

To wrap up the performance section of the Core i7-1360P vs Core i5-1340P comparison, we’ll look at the idle and under-load power consumption numbers. 

Remember: Both CPUs have the same base (20-28W) and boost (64W) power ratings.

• Idle power consumption: Sitting idle, the Core i7-1360P averaged 5.8 watts of power draw, and the Core i5-1340P averaged 5 watts.
• Load power consumption: Under load, the Core i7-1360P used 60.4 watts of power on average, just 0.3 watts less than the Core i5-1340P. That’s less than a 0.5% difference and can be ignored. 

Laptop Prices 

Here’s what the laptop prices look like for both CPUs.

Note: The prices have been estimated from Amazon US and are valid as of August 2023. 

• Core i7-1360P: The most affordable options have a starting price of $1089, with the most popular options lying in the $1099-$2279 range. For the most expensive Core i7-1360P laptops, you’ll be looking to pay up to $3499.
• Core i5-1340P: For this mobile CPU, entry-level laptops start at $867, while the best-sellers are in the $867-$1719 price bracket. The prices go as high as $2066 for the most expensive options. 

Core i5-1340P Vs Core i7-1360P: Which One Is Better For You? 

Let’s quickly review the performance and prices to find the better-value CPU. The Core i7-1360P performed 7.2% and 9.2% faster in multi-core and single-core applications, respectively. It was also marginally faster in the Blender and HWBOT x265 tests but was beaten in the 3DMark Time Spy benchmark.

As for the price difference, entry-level Core i5-1340P laptops are 25.6% cheaper than Core i7 ones. 

The price difference between the laptops is much greater than the two CPUs’ performance difference. Additionally, the Core i5-1340P was the better performer in the 3DMark test. So, the Core i5-1340P is the better value CPU compared to the Core i7-1360P. 

Final Thoughts 

This marks the end of this showdown between the two Raptor Lake CPUs. I found that the Core i7-1360P performed better, but not by a big margin.

This is not a surprise since these two CPUs have no significant technological difference other than the L3 cache capacity. Comparing the laptop prices, though, it turned out that the Core i5-1340P laptops are much cheaper than the Core i7-1360P ones. 

So overall, the Core i5-1340P is the better CPU considering price and performance. If you want the best performance, the Core i7-1360P is still the better option; just remember that you’ll get much less value out of your money. 

Pros And Cons 

Pros And Cons: Core i7-1360P vs Core i5-1340P

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Laiba, our tech guru at HI Digital, simplifies and crafts How-To Guides with a Google IT Support Certificate. Beyond tech, she captures the city’s aesthetics through her lens. Join her journey where tech meets creativity!

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