Intel Core i5-1240P
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

Entry-level

The Intel Core i5-1240P is an entry-level processor. It is a mid-power chip (28 W): enough for real work without the weight or the noise of a gaming laptop. It came out in 2022.

It is currently fitted in 6 laptops from €1002, at an average price of €1370.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 5 225H is 78% faster and its entry price is €299 lower.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core i5-1240P a good processor?

The Intel Core i5-1240P is an entry-level processor. It is a mid-power chip (28 W): enough for real work without the weight or the noise of a gaming laptop. It ranks 165 of 256 and delivers 25.2% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the P mean in Intel processors?

The P marks Intel's mid line: 28 W, the usual balance in a work laptop.

What year is the Intel Core i5-1240P from?

Intel Core i5-1240P came out in 2022.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core i5-1240P?

The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U.

What integrated graphics does the Intel Core i5-1240P have?

The Intel Core i5-1240P has Intel Iris Xe Graphics integrated graphics.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core i5-1240P cost?

It is currently fitted in 6 laptops from €1002, at an average price of €1370.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 5 225H is 78% faster and its entry price is €299 lower.

Specs

Model i5-1240P
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel® Core™ i5
Socket BGA 1744
Motherboard chipset Intel SoC
Boost frequency 4,4 GHz
Cores 12
Threads 16
Frequency 1,7 GHz
Cache 12 MB
Bus type DMI4
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 28 W
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes 12
Configurable TDP-down 20 W
Tjunction 100 °C
Cache type Smart Cache
Generation 12th gen Intel® Core™ i5
Base power 28 W
Maximum turbo power 64 W
Efficient-core base frequency 4,4 GHz
Efficient-core boost frequency 3,3 GHz
Performance-core base frequency 1,7 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3,3 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 4,4 GHz
Performance cores 4
Efficient cores 8
Performance-core boost frequency 4,4 GHz

Performance summary

#165 of 256
Relative performance 25.2%
Laptops 6
Price from €1002
Average price €1370

Recommended alternatives

More powerful, also mid-power, with a similar starting price

Our pick Intel Core Ultra 5 225H 44.9% From €703 Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 49.0% From €1129 Intel Core Ultra 9 185H 46.3% From €1045 Intel Core 9 270H 46.0% From €1379 AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 45.3% From €1090

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