Intel Core i5-1335U vs Intel Core Ultra 5 226V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data delivers a decisive verdict: the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V wins 16 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons. The only exception is PassMark integer math, where the Intel Core i5-1335U takes the win. The margin of victory varies widely by workload, from narrow single-thread gains to massive multi-core and encryption leads. The most striking result is in PassMark extended instructions, where the Ultra 5 226V scores 14724 against 8974 for the i5-1335U, a 64.1% advantage that signals a major efficiency in specialized instruction handling.

The Cinebench results show a consistent pattern of superiority for the Ultra 5 226V. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Ultra 5 226V scores 9848 versus 8889.5 for the i5-1335U, a 10.8% lead. The gap widens considerably in Cinebench R20 multi-core: 6381 versus 4935, a 29.3% advantage. Single-core performance also favors the Ultra 5 226V across all Cinebench versions. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Ultra 5 226V scores 267 against 238, a 12.2% increase. The R20 single-core test shows the same 29.3% delta as the multi-core version, with scores of 900 and 696 respectively. Even the R23 single-core test, which is the closest single-threaded comparison, shows a 3.5% lead for the Ultra 5 226V at 1744 versus 1684.5.

The PassMark suite reveals where each processor excels. The Ultra 5 226V dominates in floating point math, scoring 52270 versus 35176, a 48.6% advantage. Its physics score of 1449 against 837 represents a 73.1% improvement. The prime number finding test produces the largest delta in the entire comparison: the Ultra 5 226V scores 166, while the i5-1335U scores only 48, a staggering 245.8% difference. Data encryption shows a 27% lead for the Ultra 5 226V (12710 versus 10009), while data compression is closer at 7% (170687 versus 159593). The multithread score favors the Ultra 5 226V by 25% (17850 versus 14281), and random string sorting shows a 15.9% advantage (20813 versus 17953).

The lone win for the i5-1335U comes in PassMark integer math, where it scores 51244 against 38647 for the Ultra 5 226V, a 24.6% margin in its favor. This suggests the older Raptor Lake architecture retains an edge in certain integer-heavy workloads, even though it loses nearly every other test.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 226V records an average benchmark score of 19368, compared to 18982 for the Intel Core i5-1335U. Both processors sit at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: How do the two compare in multi-core rendering workloads?

A: The Ultra 5 226V leads in every multi-core Cinebench test. In R15 multi-core, it scores 1501 versus 1464 (2.5% lead). In R20 multi-core, the gap expands to 29.3% (6381 versus 4935). In R23 multi-core, the Ultra 5 226V maintains a 10.8% advantage (9848 versus 8889.5).

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-1335U competitive in any benchmark category?

A: Yes, in PassMark integer math the i5-1335U scores 51244, which is 24.6% higher than the Ultra 5 226V's 38647. This is the only head-to-head test where the i5-1335U wins out of the 17 recorded comparisons.

Q: What does the PassMark extended instructions test show?

A: The Ultra 5 226V achieves a score of 14724, while the i5-1335U manages 8974. This represents a 64.1% advantage for the Ultra 5 226V and indicates substantially better handling of advanced instruction sets.

Q: How do the processors compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Ultra 5 226V wins all recorded single-thread tests. The margins range from 3.5% in Cinebench R23 single-core (1744 versus 1684.5) to 12.5% in PassMark single-thread (3754 versus 3336). The Cinebench R15 single-core test shows a 12.2% lead (267 versus 238), and R20 single-core shows a 29.3% lead (900 versus 696).

Q: What are the nearest rivals for each processor in the database?

A: For the Ultra 5 226V, the closest competitors are the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS (19364 average, 0% delta), Intel Core i5-1345U (19411, -0.2%), Intel Core i7-8700K (19238, 0.7%), and Intel Core i7-10700F (19499, -0.7%). For the i5-1335U, the nearest rivals are the AMD EPYC 7773X (18979, 0%), Intel Core i5-12400F (19039, -0.3%), AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (19047, -0.3%), and Intel Core 3 201E (19056, -0.4%).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from entirely different design generations. The Intel Core Ultra 5 226V belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2, built on Lunar Lake architecture using a 3 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core i5-1335U uses Raptor Lake architecture (specifically Raptor Lake-U) on Intel's 10 nm process. This node difference is fundamental: the 3 nm process allows for significantly higher transistor density and power efficiency, which helps explain the Ultra 5 226V's performance-per-watt advantage.

Core counts and threading differ substantially. The Ultra 5 226V has 8 cores and 8 threads, with no hyper-threading. The i5-1335U has 10 cores and 12 threads, using a hybrid architecture with performance and efficiency cores. Despite having fewer threads, the Ultra 5 226V still wins most multi-threaded benchmarks, which indicates that its Lunar Lake cores are considerably more powerful per thread.

Clock speeds tell a nuanced story. The Ultra 5 226V has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The i5-1335U lists a base clock of 1300.00 MHz (1.30 GHz) and a boost of 4.60 GHz. The i5-1335U has a marginally higher boost ceiling, but the Ultra 5 226V's much higher base clock contributes to its stronger sustained performance in most tests.

Cache configurations also differ. The Ultra 5 226V provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core and 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, with 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-1335U has 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, but a larger 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger L3 on the i5-1335U does not translate into benchmark wins, suggesting that the Ultra 5 226V's per-core cache design is more effective.

Memory support differs as well. The Ultra 5 226V's memory support is listed as dependent on the motherboard, while the i5-1335U explicitly supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The i5-1335U offers PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the Ultra 5 226V provides PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only), trading lane count for newer generation bandwidth.

The integrated graphics differ: the Ultra 5 226V pairs with Arc 130V, while the i5-1335U uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU. The socket types are incompatible: the Ultra 5 226V uses Intel BGA 2833, and the i5-1335U uses Intel BGA 1744.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to a clear conclusion: the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V is the superior processor in the vast majority of workloads. Out of 17 head-to-head tests, it wins 16, with margins ranging from a modest 2.5% in Cinebench R15 multi-core to a dominant 245.8% in PassMark prime number finding. Its wins extend across rendering, encryption, floating point math, physics, and single-threaded performance. The average benchmark score difference, 19368 versus 18982, confirms the overall advantage.

The Intel Core i5-1335U's case rests on a single benchmark: PassMark integer math, where it leads by 24.6%. For users whose workloads are heavily integer-oriented, the i5-1335U offers a specific strength. However, this one win does little to offset the Ultra 5 226V's broad superiority across the other 16 categories.

For most buyers, the choice is straightforward. The Ultra 5 226V delivers higher performance in rendering, encryption, physics simulation, and general single-threaded tasks. It also benefits from a more advanced 3 nm process, which typically implies better power efficiency, though the database does not record wattage figures. The i5-1335U, with its launch MSRP of $340, may appeal to those prioritizing integer math workloads, but the recorded data shows it losing ground almost everywhere else.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Core i5-1335U |

|----------------|--------------------------|----------------------|

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Threads | 8 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 1300.00 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 17 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 2833 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Architecture | Lunar Lake | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Lunar Lake | Raptor Lake-U |

| Process Node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 Cache | 192 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB (shared) | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | Depends on motherboard | DDR4, DDR5 |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 4 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Arc 130V | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU |

| Release Date | 2024-09-23 | 2023-01-03 |

| Launch MSRP | N/A | $340 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 226V is the clear winner for users who need strong multi-core rendering performance. Its Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 6381 versus 4935 represents a 29.3% advantage, and the R23 multi-core test shows a 10.8% lead. The Ultra 5 226V also excels in floating point math, with a 48.6% higher score, making it the better choice for scientific computing, simulations, and any workload that relies heavily on FPU operations.

The Ultra 5 226V dominates in encryption workloads, scoring 27% higher in PassMark data encryption. Its physics score is 73.1% higher, which matters for gaming physics and engineering simulations. The 245.8% lead in prime number finding suggests superior performance in certain algorithm-heavy tasks. The 64.1% advantage in extended instructions means the Ultra 5 226V handles modern instruction sets (such as AVX-512 class workloads) far more effectively. For single-threaded responsiveness, the Ultra 5 226V wins all recorded tests, with a 12.5% lead in PassMark single-thread and a 3.5% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core.

The Intel Core i5-1335U wins specifically in PassMark integer math, where its 51244 score beats the Ultra 5 226V's 38647 by 24.6%. This makes it the better option for workloads that are strictly integer-bound, such as certain database operations, compression algorithms, or financial calculations. The i5-1335U also offers a larger shared L3 cache (12 MB versus 8 MB), which may benefit certain cache-sensitive workloads, although the benchmark data does not record a corresponding win. Its lower TDP of 15 W versus 17 W is a minor advantage in thermally constrained chassis, but the performance trade-off is substantial.

The data ultimately shows an asymmetric matchup. The Ultra 5 226V wins across the broad spectrum of general and specialized workloads, while the i5-1335U holds a single, albeit significant, niche in integer math. For most users, the Ultra 5 226V is the safer and more capable choice.