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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£360
  • Avg. price in US: ~$430
  • PassMark benchmark result: 13745
  • N. of physical cores: 10
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.2 GHz

Intel Core i7 1365U 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%

5.8

Performance

18.0%

7.6

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.3

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.3

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.3

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

  • 6.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.2

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    7.5

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    8.2

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    4.3

    N. of physical cores

  • 4.1
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    4.6

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.3

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £360

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-1365U is a high-end Raptor Lake-U mobile processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, featuring a hybrid architecture with 10 cores (2 Performance, 8 Efficient) and 12 threads. It operates at a base power of 15W with a max turbo frequency of 5.2 GHz and includes 12MB of Intel Smart Cache alongside integrated Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. Its main advantages include strong single-core performance, support for enterprise-level vPro management, and high power efficiency for extended battery life in portable devices. However, its performance can be restricted by the 15W thermal design power (TDP) during sustained heavy workloads, and it may show limited improvements over its 12th-generation predecessor.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 1365U

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 i7 1365U has a technical score of 6.53 points, which is higher than that of 74.3% 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 i7 1365U 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%

8.6

Price

7.2
Intel Core i7 1365U has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is higher than 77% 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 i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U 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+

10
Intel Core i7 1365U has 10 CPU cores, which is more than 77.1% of processors and equal to 4.3% 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+

12
Intel Core i7 1365U offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% 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

5.2 GHz
Intel Core i7 1365U reaches a boost clock of 5.2 GHz which is higher than that of 90.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% 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

2 x 1.8 GHz & 8 x 1.3 GHz
Intel Core i7 1365U has a base clock of 2x1.8 GHz & 8x1.3 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 i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U 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

9.5 MB
Intel Core i7 1365U has an L2 cache of 9.5 MB which is larger than that of 78.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% 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

928 KB
Intel Core i7 1365U has an L1 cache of 928 KB which is larger than that of 83.5% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% 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

DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X
Intel Core i7 1365U supports DDR DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X, which is newer than that of 97.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.7% of processors.
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

6,400 MHz
Intel Core i7 1365U supports memory speeds up to 6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 83.9% of processors and equal to 8.1% 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

LPDDR5X-6400 MHz
Intel Core i7 1365U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5X-6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 90.9% of processors and equal to 2.4% 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

96 GB
Intel Core i7 1365U supports up to 96 GB of memory, which is more than 56% of processors and equal to 5.8% 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 i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U 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

96
Intel Core i7 1365U has 96 GPU execution units, which is more than 95.1% of processors and equal to 4% 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 i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U 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

15 W
Intel Core i7 1365U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% 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

15 W
Intel Core i7 1365U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% 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

55 W
Intel Core i7 1365U has a boost power of 55 W which is lower than that of 57.3% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% 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 i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 12 W
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Intel Core i7 1365U vs the average processor

  • 75.6% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,583 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 i7 1365U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,583 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,583 vs 1,471
  • 20.9% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    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

    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 1365U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
    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

    Intel Core i7 1365U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4
  • 35.6% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,367 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 i7 1365U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,367 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,367 vs 2,483
  • 3.8x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (9.5 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 i7 1365U has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (9.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.9.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 1365U 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.
    E-core cluster: 4 MB shared
    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 i7 1365U 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
  • 2x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,605 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,605 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.9,605 vs 4,793
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    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

    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.6400 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 1365U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i7 1365U supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a newer release date than the average processor (2,023 vs 2,020).
  • 75.6% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,583 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 20.9% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 35.6% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,367 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 2x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,605 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 4 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 1365U has more CPU cores than the average processor (10 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 4 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 1365U has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 30.5% higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (13,745 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 1 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher front-end width than the average processor (5 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 3.8x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (9.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 1365U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2.42x larger L1 cache
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (928 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i7 1365U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 50% larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U 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 DDR support
    Intel Core i7 1365U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i7 1365U supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i7 1365U has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 50% more memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 1365U has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (96 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 4x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i7 1365U has more GPU execution units than the average processor (96 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Better integrated GPU
    Intel Core i7 1365U uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Intel Iris Xe Graphics vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i7 1365U has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 1365U uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).
  • 10 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (18 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 30% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 1365U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i7 1365U 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)).
  • 30% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 1365U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.2 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 i7 1365U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U 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)
  • 44% more expensive
    Intel Core i7 1365U is more expensive than the average processor (£360 vs £250).
    Intel Core i7 1365U is more expensive than the average processor (£360 vs £250).£360 vs £250
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 1365U 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 i7 1365U uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).FCBGA1744 vs FP2
  • 10 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 1365U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (18 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 i7 1365U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (18 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.18 vs 28
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What customers like about Intel Core i7 1365U?

  • Excellent for thin and light portable laptops due to 15W TDP base power.
  • Strong single-core performance with a high turbo boost frequency of 5.2 GHz.
  • Integrated Iris Xe graphics (96 EUs) are capable of handling photo editing and light 1080p gaming.
  • Smooth multitasking performance for office work, capable of handling 20+ browser tabs without lag.
  • Support for modern connectivity standards including Thunderbolt 4 and Wi-Fi 6E.
  • Includes Intel vPro features, making it a preferred choice for enterprise-level security and management.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 1365U?

  • Performance can drop significantly under prolonged heavy loads due to thermal throttling in compact cases.
  • Limited raw performance gains compared to the previous 12th-generation i7-1265U.
  • The 15W 'U' series is noticeably less powerful for intensive tasks like 3D rendering or video editing compared to 'H' series chips.
  • Higher power consumption and heat generation compared to competing AMD Ryzen 7000 series chips.
  • Integrated graphics performance falls behind newer AMD RDNA 3 integrated solutions.
  • Marginal performance increase over the cheaper i7-1355U may not justify a high price premium.

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The Intel Core i7-1365U is a 15W Raptor Lake-U processor tailored for thin-and-light business laptops, featuring 10 cores (2 E) and up to 5.20 GHz boost clocks. It provides strong single-core responsiveness and includes full Intel vPro support, offering enhanced security and manageability for enterprise users. While its 15W design makes it highly efficient, it lacks the sustained,...Read more

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04/01/2023
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The Intel Core i7-1365U is a 10-core (2 E) Raptor Lake-U mobile processor designed for thin, business-focused laptops, featuring vPro management and high burst speeds up to 5.2 GHz. It supports LPDDR5-6400 RAM and provides strong single-thread performance (3,373 in PassMark) with Iris Xe (96EU) graphics, operating efficiently at a 15W base TDP. While offering good mobility, the...Read more

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The Getac F110 (G7, 2025) is a fully rugged Windows tablet earning an Editors' Choice award for its ability to handle extreme environments with 6-foot drop protection, IP66 certification, and -29°C to 63°C temperature resilience. Featuring a 1,200-nit LumiBond screen for, it is engineered for, and works, in, bright, sunlit, and wet conditions. Performance is driven by 13th Gen Intel...Read more

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The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 is a durable, high-performance business ultraportable bridging the standard T14 and the premium X1 Carbon, featuring robust carbon-fiber and magnesium construction. It offers versatile Intel Core or AMD Ryzen configurations with up to 32GB RAM, boasting exceptional battery life exceeding 17 hours in testing. Key strengths include a top-tier keyboard,...Read more

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18/12/2023
Living With the Dell Latitude 9440

The Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 is a premium business laptop featuring a striking design with a nearly bezel-less 14-inch QHD+ display and a unique haptic collaboration touchpad with built-in Zoom controls. It boasts excellent performance powered by 13th Gen Intel Core vPro processors, featuring over 16 hours of battery life and a secure 1080p webcam with intelligent privacy features....Read more

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12/10/2023
Living With the Dell Latitude 7440 Ultralight

The Dell Latitude 7440 Ultralight, reviewed by PCMag, is positioned as a significant, lightweight upgrade for enterprise users featuring a 16:10 display and a vastly improved 5MP webcam with intelligent security features. Performance, driven by Intel Core i5-1345U processors and efficient thermals, is highly competitive, complemented by all-day battery life. However, a significant...Read more

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17/07/2023
Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 - Review 2023

The Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 is a premium business convertible featuring a durable, graphite-finished chassis and innovative "collaboration touchpad" with integrated LED controls for video conferencing. Performance is driven by 13th Gen Intel Core processors, accompanied by a bright 14-inch QHD+ display and exceptional battery life exceeding 16 hours. While praised for its design...Read more

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26/06/2023
The XPS convertible for business users: Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 review

The Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 is a premium, 14-inch business convertible featuring a CNC-machined aluminum chassis inspired by the XPS 13 Plus, including a "Zero-Lattice" keyboard and MIL-STD 810H durability. Powered by 13th Gen Intel vPro U-series processors, it offers excellent performance and 16.5-hour battery life, paired with a bright 16:10 QHD+ display and an innovative haptic...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
22/11/2023
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G4 Core i7 Laptop Review: A Tough Battle Against AMD Ryzen 7

The Notebookcheck review of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G4 (Core i7-1365U) highlights a premium business ultraportable featuring a high-quality carbon fiber/magnesium chassis, excellent keyboard, and Thunderbolt 4 support. While it excels in single-core performance, the Intel model faces stiff competition from the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U version, falling behind by nearly 50% in multi-core...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
03/01/2023
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The Intel Core i7-1365U is a 10-core (2 E), 12-thread Raptor Lake-U series processor designed for thin and light laptops, balancing high burst performance (up to 5.20 GHz) with energy efficiency at a 15W TDP. It is ideal for enterprise use with vPro support, offering strong single-core responsiveness and integrated Iris Xe graphics suitable for office tasks and light creative work,...Read more

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