Intel Core i5-1350P vs Intel Core i7-10700KF Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data in this comparison is unusually one-sided. Across all six recorded Cinebench tests, the Intel Core i5-1350P takes the win, while the Intel Core i7-10700KF does not secure a single victory. The margin is consistent, hovering around 5.6% to 5.9% in favor of the mobile part in every single workload.

Starting with multi-core performance, the i5-1350P scores 1664 in Cinebench R15 multi-core, beating the i7-10700KF's 1566 by 5.9%. The pattern repeats in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where the i5-1350P posts 6935 against 6528 for the i7-10700KF, again a 5.9% gap. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the i5-1350P reaches 16514, while the i7-10700KF manages 15543. The delta stays at 5.9%, which suggests a consistent throughput advantage for the newer architecture across successive rendering generations.

Single-core results tell the same story. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the i5-1350P scores 234 versus 221 for the i7-10700KF, a 5.6% lead. The gap widens slightly to 5.9% in Cinebench R20 single-core, with the i5-1350P at 979 and the i7-10700KF at 921. Cinebench R23 single-core shows the i5-1350P at 2331 against 2194 for the i7-10700KF, maintaining that 5.9% advantage.

What stands out here is that the i5-1350P achieves these wins despite being a 28-watt mobile processor facing a 125-watt desktop part. The i7-10700KF has a higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz compared to 4.70 GHz for the i5-1350P, yet the newer Raptor Lake design still pulls ahead. The data suggests that architectural efficiency in the i5-1350P more than compensates for the raw clock speed disadvantage.

The average benchmark scores in the database reinforce this hierarchy. The i5-1350P carries an average score of 4776, placing it at the 59th percentile among all CPUs. The i7-10700KF sits at 4547 on average, at the 58th percentile. That is a slim overall margin, but the head-to-head Cinebench results show the i5-1350P winning by a clear, repeatable margin.

Looking at the nearest rivals in the database, the i7-10700KF sits essentially level with the Intel Xeon E-2356G at 4548, the Intel Core i5-1340P at 4545, and the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 at 4532. It trails the Intel Xeon W-2145 by 0.6%. The i5-1350P, in turn, is matched by the Intel Xeon W-1290E at 4775, the AMD EPYC 7252 at 4772, and sits 0.5% behind the Intel Xeon E-2386G and 0.6% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X. This places both processors in the same performance tier overall, but the direct comparison shows the i5-1350P holding the edge in every rendering test recorded.

The Verdict

From the recorded data, the Intel Core i5-1350P is the stronger performer in this matchup. It wins all six head-to-head benchmark tests, with leads ranging from 5.6% to 5.9% over the i7-10700KF. The consistency of the margin across both single-core and multi-core workloads suggests a fundamental efficiency advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

The i7-10700KF does have a higher boost clock at 5.10 GHz, and it offers an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, but those features do not translate into benchmark wins in the database. The i5-1350P, despite a lower 4.70 GHz boost clock and a locked multiplier, delivers higher scores across the board.

For users prioritizing raw multi-threaded rendering performance, the i5-1350P is the clear choice based on Cinebench R23 multi-core results. For single-threaded tasks, the i5-1350P again leads, making it the more versatile option from a pure performance standpoint.

The i7-10700KF retains appeal as a desktop part with an unlocked multiplier and a 125-watt TDP, which may indicate headroom for manual tuning. However, the data does not show that overclocking potential being realized in the recorded benchmarks. Without any win in the head-to-head tests, the i7-10700KF cannot be recommended on performance grounds alone when the i5-1350P is available.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations. The i7-10700KF is built on Comet Lake, a 14 nm design, while the i5-1350P uses Raptor Lake-P on a 10 nm node. This process node difference is likely a key factor in the benchmark results, as the newer 10 nm process allows for greater efficiency per watt.

The core configurations differ significantly. The i7-10700KF has 8 physical cores and 16 threads, while the i5-1350P has 12 physical cores and 16 threads. The i5-1350P achieves the same thread count with more cores, which suggests a hybrid or efficiency-oriented design that can spread workloads across additional physical cores.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. The i7-10700KF uses 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-1350P has 80 KB of L1 per core, a much larger 2 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L2 cache in the i5-1350P could contribute to its single-core wins, as more data can be held closer to the execution units.

Memory support differs as well. The i7-10700KF supports DDR4 only, with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. The i5-1350P supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also in dual-channel mode, though no bandwidth figure is recorded for it. The PCIe capabilities also differ: the i7-10700KF offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the i5-1350P offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

The i7-10700KF has no integrated graphics, while the i5-1350P includes Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units. This is a notable feature difference, though it does not directly factor into the CPU benchmarks.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several recorded specifications. The i7-10700KF has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-1350P has 12 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are recorded at 3.80 GHz for the i7-10700KF and 1900.00 MHz for the i5-1350P, a substantial difference, though the i5-1350P likely relies on boost behavior to reach its 4.70 GHz maximum.

Boost clocks favor the i7-10700KF at 5.10 GHz versus 4.70 GHz for the i5-1350P. The TDP figures show a stark contrast: 125 watts for the i7-10700KF versus 28 watts for the i5-1350P. This reflects the desktop versus mobile positioning of the two parts.

The process node is 14 nm for the i7-10700KF and 10 nm for the i5-1350P. Sockets are entirely different: Intel Socket 1200 for the desktop part, and Intel BGA 1744 for the mobile part. The memory support differs, with the i7-10700KF limited to DDR4 and the i5-1350P supporting both DDR4 and DDR5.

The multiplier is unlocked on the i7-10700KF but locked on the i5-1350P. The i5-1350P has integrated graphics, while the i7-10700KF has none. Release dates also differ, with the i7-10700KF launching on 2020-04-29 and the i5-1350P on 2023-01-03. The launch MSRP for the i5-1350P is listed as $320, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the i7-10700KF.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core i5-1350P scores 16514, beating the Intel Core i7-10700KF's 15543 by 5.9%.

Q: Does the i7-10700KF have any benchmark wins over the i5-1350P?

A: No. The recorded data shows the i5-1350P winning all six head-to-head tests, with the i7-10700KF recording zero wins.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The i7-10700KF has a TDP of 125 watts, while the i5-1350P has a TDP of 28 watts.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The i7-10700KF has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-1350P has 12 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The i7-10700KF supports DDR4 only. The i5-1350P supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the i5-1350P?

A: The launch MSRP for the Intel Core i5-1350P is $320.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-1350P wins in every recorded rendering benchmark. In Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, for both single-core and multi-core workloads, it outperforms the i7-10700KF by margins between 5.6% and 5.9%. Its 12-core, 16-thread configuration, combined with the 10 nm Raptor Lake architecture and larger per-core L2 cache, appears to give it a consistent edge. The i5-1350P also benefits from newer memory support, including DDR5, and a higher average benchmark score of 4776 versus 4547.

The Intel Core i7-10700KF does not win any head-to-head test in the recorded data. Its strengths lie in other areas: a higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz, an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, and a desktop socket that may appeal to builders who prefer traditional desktop platforms. It also has a larger shared L3 cache at 16 MB, though this does not translate into benchmark wins. Its 125-watt TDP suggests it may have more thermal headroom for sustained workloads, but the data does not show that advantage manifesting in the Cinebench results.

In practical terms, the i5-1350P is the better choice for users who prioritize out-of-the-box rendering performance, especially in single-threaded tasks where it leads by 5.6% to 5.9%. The i7-10700KF may appeal to overclocking enthusiasts, given its unlocked multiplier, but the recorded benchmarks do not capture any overclocked state. For those working with the database as a reference, the i5-1350P is the recommended pick based purely on measured performance.