Core i7-1370P vs Ryzen 5 230
Core i7-1370P
Ryzen 5 230
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1370P
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 230
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) | ✅ More affordable ($190) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-P (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+49%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) | ✅ More affordable ($190) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1370P and Ryzen 5 230
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 5 230
The Ryzen 5 230 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) 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: 20,186 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i7-1370P packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 5 230 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 5 230 — 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 5 230 uses Hawk Point (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1370P scores 19,993 against the Ryzen 5 230's 20,186 — a 1% lead for the Ryzen 5 230. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i7-1370P vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 230.
| Feature | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 19,993 | 20,186 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 13,200 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 10,095 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-1370P uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 230 uses FP8 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-1370P) / not specified (Ryzen 5 230). The Core i7-1370P includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe 96EU), while the Ryzen 5 230 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1370P targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i7-1370P rivals Ryzen 7 7840U.
| Feature | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Iris Xe 96EU | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-1370P launched at $438 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 230 debuted at $200. At current prices ($280 vs $190), the Ryzen 5 230 is $90 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-1370P delivers 71.4 pts/$ vs 106.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 230 — making the Ryzen 5 230 the 39.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $438 | $200-54% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $280 | $190-32% |
| Performance per Dollar | 71.4 | 106.2+49% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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