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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£270
  • Avg. price in US: ~$320
  • PassMark benchmark result: 15919
  • N. of physical cores: 12
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.4 GHz

Intel Core i5 1240P review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.5

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

6.1

Performance

18.0%

7.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.8

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.9

Platform

1.0%

8.1

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 5.3
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.7

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    6.4

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.8

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    5.1

    N. of physical cores

  • 6.5
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.1

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-1240P is a 12th-generation Alder Lake mobile processor featuring a hybrid architecture with 12 cores (4 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores) and 16 threads. It operates with a max turbo frequency of 4.40 GHz, a 12 MB L3 cache, and a 28W base power that can scale up to 64W under load. Key advantages include strong multi-threaded performance for productivity, support for modern DDR5-4800 or LPDDR5-5200 memory, and integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics with 80 execution units. However, it can struggle with high thermal output and power consumption during intensive bursts, and its efficiency cores may sometimes lead to inconsistent performance in certain legacy applications or games compared to traditional high-performance H-series chips.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 1240P

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.5
Intel Core i5 1240P has a technical score of 6.48 points, which is higher than that of 73.4% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i5 1240P has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.5

Overall score

40.0%

9.1

Price

7.3
Intel Core i5 1240P has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.3 points, which is higher than 79.4% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i5 1240P belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1744
Intel Core i5 1240P uses the FCBGA1744 CPU socket, which is older than that of 71% of processors and equal to that of 5.1% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i5 1240P uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

12
Intel Core i5 1240P has 12 CPU cores, which is more than 81.5% of processors and equal to 5.5% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

16
Intel Core i5 1240P offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 71.1% of processors and equal to 13.9% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

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CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.4 GHz
Intel Core i5 1240P reaches a boost clock of 4.4 GHz which is higher than that of 51.2% of processors and equal to that of 5.1% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 1.7 GHz & 8 x 1.2 GHz
Intel Core i5 1240P has a base clock of 4x1.7 GHz & 8x1.2 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

10 nm
Intel Core i5 1240P uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 7
Intel Core i5 1240P is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 66.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

12 MB
Intel Core i5 1240P has an L3 cache of 12 MB which is larger than that of 54.4% of processors and equal to that of 9% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

10 MB
Intel Core i5 1240P has an L2 cache of 10 MB which is larger than that of 80.5% of processors and equal to that of 1.9% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

1.1 KB
Intel Core i5 1240P has an L1 cache of 1.1 KB which is smaller than that of 100% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

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Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

5,200 MHz
Intel Core i5 1240P supports memory speeds up to 5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.1% of processors and equal to 7% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

LPDDR5-5200 MHz
Intel Core i5 1240P supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5-5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.2% of processors and equal to 1.8% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
Intel Core i5 1240P supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

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Intel Core i5 1240P includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Intel Core i5 1240P uses the Intel Iris Xe Graphics integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 77.7% of processors and equal to that in 0.5% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

80
Intel Core i5 1240P has 80 GPU execution units, which is more than 91.7% of processors and equal to 3.3% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i5 1240P has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

AV1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i5 1240P supports AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 63.1% of processors and equal to 10.8% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

28 W
Intel Core i5 1240P has a TDP of 28 W which is lower than that of 67.2% of processors and equal to that of 7.2% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

28 W
Intel Core i5 1240P has a base power of 28 W which is lower than that of 67.2% of processors and equal to that of 6.8% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

64 W
Intel Core i5 1240P has a boost power of 64 W which is lower than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 3% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i5 1240P has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Core i5 1240P supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 1240P vs the average processor

  • 6 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 1240P has more CPU cores than the average processor (12 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core i5 1240P has more CPU cores than the average processor (12 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.12 vs 6
  • 4x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (10 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6 MB

    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (10 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.10 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 49.6% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,201 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,201 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,201 vs 1,471
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 1240P has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 1240P has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 8 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 1240P has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 16+

    Intel Core i5 1240P has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i5 1240P uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Combines high-performance cores with lower-power efficiency cores instead of relying on just one core type.
    When it matters: When you want strong burst performance in demanding tasks without wasting as much power during lighter background work.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 1240P uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 1240P supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    Intel Core i5 1240P supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • 28.1% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,181 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,181 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,181 vs 2,483
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i5 1240P supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 6 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 1240P has more CPU cores than the average processor (12 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 49.6% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,201 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 1240P has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 28.1% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,181 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 25.6% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (608 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 51.1% higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (15,919 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 4x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (10 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 1240P has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i5 1240P uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 1240P uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Alder Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 1240P uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 50% larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 1240P supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 81.7% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (83.2 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i5 1240P has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 77.3% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,200 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 3.33x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i5 1240P has more GPU execution units than the average processor (80 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Better integrated GPU
    Intel Core i5 1240P uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Intel Iris Xe Graphics vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i5 1240P has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 37.8% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a lower base power draw than the average processor (28 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 37.8% lower TDP
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a lower TDP than the average processor (28 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

Total
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 1240P supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i5 1240P uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).
  • 98.1% slower classroom rendering
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (15.1 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
  • 11 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (17 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 1240P has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 99.7% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (1.1 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 21.9% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher die size than the average processor (217 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i5 1240P supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 98.1% slower classroom rendering
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (15.1 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >1500

    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (15.1 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.15.08 vs 791.745
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 1240P has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 1240P has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 99.7% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (1.1 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
    When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=512 KB

    Intel Core i5 1240P has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (1.1 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.1.1 KB vs 384 KB
  • 21.9% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher die size than the average processor (217 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i5 1240P has a higher die size than the average processor (217 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².217 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i5 1240P supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
    When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i5 1240P supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 1240P supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 1240P supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 11 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i5 1240P has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (17 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    What it is: The ratio used to derive CPU frequency from the base clock.
    When it matters: When you tune or compare overclocking behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >33

    Intel Core i5 1240P has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (17 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.17 vs 28
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i5 1240P uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).
    What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

    Importance: HIGH

    Intel Core i5 1240P uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).FCBGA1744 vs FP2
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What customers like about Intel Core i5 1240P?

  • Significantly improved multi-core performance compared to previous 11th Gen models due to its 12-core architecture (4 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores).
  • Snappy and reliable for everyday multitasking, office productivity, and statistical software.
  • Capable of handling 3D rendering and basic video editing better than equivalent U-series processors.
  • Offers excellent performance-to-cost ratio, often outperforming older i7 flagship models.
  • Suitable for casual gaming when paired with its integrated Iris Xe graphics.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 1240P?

  • High power consumption compared to the U-series, which often leads to mediocre battery life in many laptops (typically around 5–6 hours).
  • Prone to running hot and loud under heavy loads if the laptop's thermal solution is not robust.
  • Susceptible to thermal throttling in thin-and-light chassis, which can negate its on-paper performance gains.
  • Integrated GPU performance has stagnated compared to the previous generation, making it less ideal for heavy gaming or professional graphics work without a dedicated GPU.

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The Intel Core i5-1240P is a 12-core, 16-thread processor featuring a hybrid architecture that bridges the gap between U-series and H-series chips, delivering a 33% increase in 3D rendering performance. Key advantages include a high 4.40 GHz boost clock, making it ideal for mobile productivity and heavy, short-burst creator tasks. However, the integrated Iris Xe graphics (80EU) show...Read more

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The Intel Core i5-1240P is a mobile processor built on the Alder Lake-P architecture, featuring a hybrid design with 12 cores (4 Performance, 8 Efficient) and 16 threads, offering a significant performance leap in single-threaded tasks and office productivity. Operating at a 28W base power, it balances efficiency with high performance for multitasking, though it can reach a 64W...Read more

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01/01/2022
Intel Core i5-1240P - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-1240P is a 12-core, 16-thread Alder Lake-P mobile processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, offering substantial multi-core performance gains over previous generations. It features 4 performance cores and 8 efficiency cores, outperforming competitors like the Ryzen 5 6600H in multi-threaded tasks while providing capable integrated Iris Xe graphics. Key pros...Read more

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The Intel NUC 12 Pro Kit (Wall Street Canyon) with a Core i5-1240P is a compact, high-performance mini PC designed for professional and home-office workloads. It provides exceptional performance that rivals larger desktops due to its 12-core Alder Lake processor, while offering massive, versatile connectivity including dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, dual HDMI 2.1, and 2.5G Ethernet....Read more

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26/07/2022
Framework 12th Gen i5-1240p Benchmarking Do you need specific benchmark scores or gaming performance data for this processor?

The Framework 12th Gen i5-1240P community benchmarking review highlights a significant multi-threaded performance increase, with the 12-core chip offering nearly double the performance of the 11th Gen model. The laptop excels in productivity with a 3:2 screen, improved CNC-machined lid rigidity, and modular, easy-to-repair design. However, the processor hits thermal limits of...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
11/11/2022
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The Intel Core i5-1240P is a 28W, 12-core Alder Lake-P processor designed for mid-range productivity laptops, offering significant 3D rendering improvements over the 15W U-series, with performance gains up to 33%. While offering strong multi-core capability for, it is heavily reliant on cooling for sustained performance and the 80EU integrated graphics show limited generational...Read more

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The Intel Core i5-1240P (12 cores, 28W) offers superior multi-threaded performance, including 33% higher rendering scores, compared to the Core i5-1235U (10 cores, 15W). While the i5-1240P provides more power for heavy loads and a slight edge in graphics, a notable con is higher battery consumption and heat, whereas the i5-1235U excels in efficiency with virtually identical...Read more

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According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i5-1240P delivers a massive generational leap in raw processing power over the i5-1135G7, boasting a 12-core hybrid architecture (4 E) that results in roughly 22% better single-thread performance and significantly higher multi-threaded capacity. However, graphics performance remains stagnant, with both chips utilizing similar Iris Xe graphics...Read more

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The Intel NUC 12 Pro Kit (Core i5-1240P) is a powerful, compact mini-PC suitable for office and home use, offering snappy performance in a small, mountable form factor. Key advantages include extensive connectivity with dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, dual HDMI 2.1, and 2.5 Gbps Ethernet, supporting up to four displays. Furthermore, it features robust internal expandability, including two...Read more

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23/08/2022
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16/03/2023
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The Intel NUC 12 Pro Kit (Wall Street Canyon) with the Core i5-1240P is a compact, high-performance workstation offering significant multitasking capabilities for professional environments. Featuring 12th Gen hybrid architecture, this barebones system provides exceptional I/O including dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, 2.5GbE networking, and support for up to four 4K displays in a 4x4-inch...Read more

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30/03/2026
Intel Core i5-1240P - CPU Performance Benchmarks", "Intel Core i5-1240P - Processor Performance Tests

The Intel Core i5-1240P is a 12-core, 16-thread Alder Lake-P laptop processor featuring 4 Performance and 8 Efficiency cores, yielding a PassMark CPU Mark of approximately 16,148. It delivers robust performance for multitasking and productivity with a 28W base TDP, supporting DDR5-4800 and PCIe 4.0, along with integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics. While it offers high value, potential...Read more

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The Intel Core i5-1240P is a 12-core, 16-thread processor based on the Alder Lake-P architecture, designed to balance performance and efficiency in thin-and-light laptops. Featuring 4 high-performance cores and 8 efficiency cores with a base 28W TDP, this processor is highly competitive in multitasking, offering superior performance over U-series counterparts. While offering strong...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
13/08/2022
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01/03/2025
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Tweakers' processor guide provides extensive benchmarks across AMD and Intel desktop CPUs, utilizing an Nvidia RTX 5090 to evaluate performance in gaming, rendering, and encoding. Key findings highlight the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D as the premier gaming choice, delivering high frame rates, while the Ryzen 9 9900X is praised for its efficient multi-core performance. While top-tier chips...Read more

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11/08/2022
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LaptopMedia compares the 28W Core i5-1240P and 15W Core i5-1235U, finding the P-series offers superior multi-threaded performance (12 cores, 16 threads) for rendering but requires more power, whereas the U-series (10 cores, 12 threads) prioritizes efficiency. The i5-1240P boasts a 33% advantage in 3D rendering and higher GPU performance, though it faces thermal throttling in thin...Read more

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