Core i7-1370P vs Ryzen 5 8640HS

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i7-1370P

2023

Why buy it

✅+50% larger total L3 cache (24 MB vs 16 MB).
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (20 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Iris Xe 96EU, while Ryzen 5 8640HS needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Launch MSRP is still $438 MSRP, while Ryzen 5 8640HS mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Ryzen 5 8640HS

2023

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (19,851 vs 19,993).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 24 MB).
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-1370P can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Core i7-1370P

2023

Ryzen 5 8640HS

2023

Why buy it

✅+50% larger total L3 cache (24 MB vs 16 MB).
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (20 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Iris Xe 96EU, while Ryzen 5 8640HS needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Launch MSRP is still $438 MSRP, while Ryzen 5 8640HS mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (19,851 vs 19,993).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 24 MB).
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-1370P can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-1370P better than Ryzen 5 8640HS?

Yes. Core i7-1370P is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 1.5% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 0.7% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i7-1370P is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 1.5% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-1370P is the better fit. You are getting 0.7% better PassMark, backed by 14 cores and 20 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 50% larger total L3 cache (24 MB vs 16 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i7-1370P is the smarter buy today. Core i7-1370P is at an unclear MSRP at $438 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it gives you a 1.5% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (45.6 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i7-1370P is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 50% larger total L3 cache (24 MB vs 16 MB) and more multi-core headroom with 14 cores / 20 threads instead of 6/12. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i7-1370P Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 8640HS Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-1370P	Ryzen 5 8640HS
1080p
low	268 FPS	261 FPS
medium	258 FPS	237 FPS
high	215 FPS	199 FPS
ultra	184 FPS	171 FPS
1440p
low	229 FPS	230 FPS
medium	197 FPS	190 FPS
high	159 FPS	155 FPS
ultra	139 FPS	137 FPS
4K
low	159 FPS	159 FPS
medium	136 FPS	133 FPS
high	106 FPS	103 FPS
ultra	93 FPS	91 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-1370P	Ryzen 5 8640HS
1080p
low	353 FPS	371 FPS
medium	300 FPS	309 FPS
high	255 FPS	272 FPS
ultra	232 FPS	236 FPS
1440p
low	306 FPS	313 FPS
medium	271 FPS	270 FPS
high	231 FPS	244 FPS
ultra	198 FPS	207 FPS
4K
low	181 FPS	234 FPS
medium	163 FPS	206 FPS
high	157 FPS	191 FPS
ultra	137 FPS	161 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-1370P	Ryzen 5 8640HS
1080p
low	500 FPS	496 FPS
medium	500 FPS	496 FPS
high	500 FPS	496 FPS
ultra	462 FPS	496 FPS
1440p
low	500 FPS	496 FPS
medium	500 FPS	496 FPS
high	487 FPS	496 FPS
ultra	416 FPS	443 FPS
4K
low	498 FPS	493 FPS
medium	418 FPS	435 FPS
high	378 FPS	372 FPS
ultra	319 FPS	308 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-1370P	Ryzen 5 8640HS
1080p
low	500 FPS	496 FPS
medium	500 FPS	496 FPS
high	500 FPS	496 FPS
ultra	500 FPS	496 FPS
1440p
low	500 FPS	496 FPS
medium	500 FPS	496 FPS
high	500 FPS	496 FPS
ultra	500 FPS	496 FPS
4K
low	500 FPS	496 FPS
medium	469 FPS	496 FPS
high	417 FPS	442 FPS
ultra	364 FPS	380 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1370P and Ryzen 5 8640HS

Core i7-1370P

The Core i7-1370P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-P (2023) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 19,993 points. Launch price was $438.

Ryzen 5 8640HS

The Ryzen 5 8640HS is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 19,851 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-1370P packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 5 8640HS offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-1370P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Core i7-1370P versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 8640HS — a 5.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-1370P (base: 1.9 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i7-1370P uses the Raptor Lake-P (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 8640HS uses Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1370P scores 19,993 against the Ryzen 5 8640HS's 19,851 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-1370P. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i7-1370P vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 8640HS.

Feature	Core i7-1370P	Ryzen 5 8640HS
Cores / Threads	14 / 20+133%	6 / 12
Boost Clock	5.2 GHz+6%	4.9 GHz
Base Clock	1.9 GHz	3.5 GHz+84%
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)+50%	16 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	4 nm-43%
Architecture	Raptor Lake-P (2023)	Hawk Point-HS (Zen 4) (2023−2024)
PassMark	19,993	19,851
Cinebench R23 Multi	13,200	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,000	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	10,095	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-1370P uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 8640HS uses FP8 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-1370P	Ryzen 5 8640HS
Socket	FCBGA1744	FP8
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200	—
Max RAM Capacity	96 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	No	—
PCIe Lanes	20	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-1370P) / not specified (Ryzen 5 8640HS). The Core i7-1370P includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe 96EU), while the Ryzen 5 8640HS requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1370P targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i7-1370P rivals Ryzen 7 7840U.