CPU Comparison
Intel Core 3 201E
Core i7-1355U
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS
Analysis: Intel Core 3 201E vs Intel Core i7-1355U
The Intel Core 3 201E and Intel Core i7-1355U are both active Intel processors built on a 10 nm node, but they target opposite ends of the market: the 201E is a desktop part for Socket 1700 with a 60W TDP, while the 1355U is a mobile part for BGA 1744 with a 15W TDP. Benchmark results show the Core 3 201E wins 11 of 17 head-to-head tests, yet the Core i7-1355U takes the single-core crown in Cinebench R23 and leads in several PassMark workloads. The data paints a picture of two chips with different strengths: the desktop part dominates sustained multi-core rendering, while the mobile part holds its own in encryption, integer math, and legacy single-core tests, despite its dramatically lower power envelope.
The Verdict
From the benchmark data, the Intel Core 3 201E is the clear choice for anyone prioritizing multi-threaded desktop workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12613 is 52.2% higher than the i7-1355U’s 8286, a massive margin that reflects its 4-core/8-thread configuration running at a 3.60 GHz base clock with a 4.80 GHz boost. The 201E also wins the R20 multicore test by 7% (5297 vs 4949) and the PassMark multithread test by 3.8% (14839 vs 14299). For users running rendering, compilation, or other heavily threaded tasks on a desktop, the data unequivocally favors the 201E.
The Intel Core i7-1355U, however, is the pick for mobile users who need a balance of single-thread responsiveness and energy efficiency. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1825 beats the 201E’s 1780 by 2.5%, and it wins the R15 single-core test by a dominant 29.9% (255.5 vs 179). The 1355U also leads in PassMark integer math by 15.6% (52002 vs 43894) and data encryption by 9.2% (9831 vs 8931). With a 15W TDP versus the 201E’s 60W, the 1355U is the only sensible choice for battery-powered laptops, where the desktop chip’s power draw is non-negotiable.
There is no overall winner in the average benchmark score: the 201E sits at 19056 and the 1355U at 18730, a difference of only 1.7%. Both chips occupy the 73rd percentile among all CPUs. The decision hinges entirely on form factor and workload type. Desktop builders with multi-core needs should take the 201E; laptop shoppers who value single-thread performance and low power should take the 1355U.
Where Each One Wins
The Core 3 201E wins every multi-core Cinebench test except R15, where it loses by 8.8% (1271 vs 1393). Its R23 multicore victory of 52.2% is the single largest margin in the entire comparison. The 201E also dominates in PassMark physics (1141 vs 888, a 28.5% lead), extended instructions (11035 vs 8726, a 26.5% lead), and prime numbers (57 vs 51, an 11.8% lead). Data compression goes to the 201E by 5.4% (164160 vs 155727), and it edges out the 1355U in random string sorting (0.9%) and single-thread PassMark (1.1%).
The Core i7-1355U wins the legacy Cinebench R15 tests: multicore by 8.8% and single-core by 29.9%. In modern R23, it wins single-core by 2.5% but loses multicore by the massive 52.2% margin. The 1355U’s PassMark wins are concentrated in integer-heavy tasks: integer math by 15.6% (52002 vs 43894), floating-point math by 4.9% (34965 vs 33260), and data encryption by 9.2% (9831 vs 8931). These wins suggest the 1355U’s higher core count (10 cores vs 4) helps in parallel integer workloads, even though its lower TDP limits sustained multi-core rendering.
Architecture Differences
The two chips share the same 10 nm process node from Intel, but they diverge sharply in core configuration and platform. The Core 3 201E is a Bartlett Lake desktop part with 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core i7-1355U is a Raptor Lake-U mobile part with 10 cores and 12 threads. The 201E uses Intel Socket 1700, whereas the 1355U uses Intel BGA 1744, meaning they are physically incompatible. Both have the same L1 cache (80 KB per core), L2 cache (1.25 MB per core), and L3 cache (12 MB shared), but the 201E’s die size is 163 mm² while the 1355U’s die size is not listed.
The desktop 201E has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the mobile 1355U has a base clock of 1700.00 MHz (1.70 GHz) and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The 1355U boosts higher but idles much lower. The 201E supports ECC memory; the 1355U does not. The 201E has PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the 1355U has PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). Memory bandwidth is listed for the 201E at 76.8 GB/s but is null for the 1355U. Integrated graphics differ: the 201E has UHD Graphics 730, while the 1355U has Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. The 201E’s launch MSRP is $134, and the 1355U’s launch MSRP is $469.
FAQ
Q: Which processor has a higher multi-core score in Cinebench R23?
A: The Intel Core 3 201E wins decisively with a score of 12613, which is 52.2% higher than the Core i7-1355U’s 8286.
Q: Does the Core i7-1355U win any single-core benchmarks?
A: Yes, the 1355U wins Cinebench R23 single-core with 1825 versus 1780 (a 2.5% lead) and Cinebench R15 single-core with 255.5 versus 179 (a 29.9% lead). However, the 201E wins PassMark single-thread by 1.1% (3482 vs 3444).
Q: What is the difference in TDP between the two chips?
A: The Core 3 201E has a TDP of 60W, while the Core i7-1355U has a TDP of 15W. This makes the 1355U far more suitable for mobile devices.
Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?
A: Only the Intel Core 3 201E supports ECC memory. The Core i7-1355U does not list ECC support.
Q: Are the two processors socket-compatible?
A: No, they are not. The Core 3 201E uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core i7-1355U uses Intel BGA 1744.
Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?
A: The Core 3 201E has an average benchmark score of 19056, which is 1.7% higher than the Core i7-1355U’s 18730. Both sit in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs.
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The largest single victory belongs to the Core 3 201E in Cinebench R23 multicore, where it scores 12613 versus 8286, a 52.2% advantage. This is the defining result of the comparison, showing that the desktop chip’s higher TDP and dedicated power delivery allow it to sustain heavy multi-threaded loads far better than the mobile chip. The 201E also wins Cinebench R20 multicore by 7% (5297 vs 4949) and R20 single-core by 7% (747 vs 698), indicating a consistent advantage in the newer R20 and R23 rendering tests.
The Core i7-1355U’s biggest win is in Cinebench R15 single-core, where it scores 255.5 versus 179, a 29.9% margin. This is a legacy test, but the gap is stark. The 1355U also wins Cinebench R15 multicore by 8.8% (1393 vs 1271), which is surprising given the 201E’s dominance in R20 and R23. In PassMark, the 1355U wins integer math by 15.6% (52002 vs 43894) and floating-point math by 4.9% (34965 vs 33260), while the 201E wins extended instructions by 26.5% (11035 vs 8726) and physics by 28.5% (1141 vs 888). The 1355U wins data encryption by 9.2% (9831 vs 8931), but the 201E wins data compression by 5.4% (164160 vs 155727). The 201E also takes PassMark multithread by 3.8% (14839 vs 14299) and random string sorting by 0.9% (17783 vs 17631).
The overall scoreboard shows the 201E winning 11 tests and the 1355U winning 6. The 201E’s wins are generally larger in magnitude, especially the R23 multicore blowout, while the 1355U’s wins are concentrated in legacy R15 tests and integer/floating-point PassMark workloads. For a user running modern Cinebench R23, the 201E is the overwhelming choice; for legacy R15 or integer-heavy PassMark tasks, the 1355U holds a clear edge.
Specification Differences
The two processors differ in nearly every fundamental specification. The Core 3 201E has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core i7-1355U has 10 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks differ dramatically: the 201E runs at 3.60 GHz, while the 1355U runs at 1700.00 MHz (1.70 GHz). Boost clocks are closer, with the 201E at 4.80 GHz and the 1355U at 5.00 GHz. TDP is the biggest differentiator: 60W for the 201E versus 15W for the 1355U. The 201E uses Intel Socket 1700, while the 1355U uses Intel BGA 1744.
The 201E is built on the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the “Core 3 (Bartlett Lake)” generation, while the 1355U is Raptor Lake with the codename Raptor Lake-U and belongs to the “Core i7 (Raptor Lake-U)” generation. The 201E has a die size of 163 mm², while the 1355U’s die size is not listed. The 201E supports ECC memory, the 1355U does not. PCIe versions differ: the 201E has Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the 1355U has Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). Memory bandwidth is listed as 76.8 GB/s for the 201E and null for the 1355U. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730 for the 201E and Iris Xe Graphics 96EU for the 1355U. The 201E’s launch MSRP is $134, while the 1355U’s launch MSRP is $469. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel buses, and both have identical cache layouts: 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The 201E was released on 2025-01-12 and the 1355U on 2023-01-03. The 201E’s part number is SRVTR, and the 1355U’s is SRMLY.