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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i5-1235U vs Core i3-1220P

The Core i5-1235U is slightly slower than the Core i3-1220P on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 4% faster on average across 100+ games

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Core i3-1220P ranks 3 points higher.

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Core i3-1220P has a 15% higher base clock.

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Core i5-1235U draws 13W less power.

Intel BGA 1744
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Intel BGA 1744
Alder Lake-U
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Alder Lake-P
Mobile
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Mobile
Iris Xe 80EU
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UHD Graphics 64EU
3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
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3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
Not Overclockable
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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-1235U or Core i3-1220P?expand_more
The Core i3-1220P. It's 6% faster than the Core i5-1235U on average across 100+ games, scoring 52/100 vs 49/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i3-1220P than Core i5-1235U?expand_more
6% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i5-1235U or Core i3-1220P?expand_more
The Core i3-1220P is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i3-1220P worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 52/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-1235U and Core i3-1220P?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-1235U scores 49/100, Core i3-1220P scores 52/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-1235U or Core i3-1220P bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i5-1235U or Core i3-1220P?expand_more
The Core i3-1220P is the stronger pick at 52/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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