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Overview

The Core i7-1280P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 20,043 points. Launch price was $299.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1280P

#202

Core Ultra 7 258V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

114%

#203

A10-9600P

MSRP: $128|Avg: $50

112%

#204

Pentium SU4100

MSRP: $289|Avg: $15

110%

#205

Core Ultra 5 236V

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $403

109%

#206

Pentium T2310

MSRP: $150|Avg: $14

107%

#207

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

107%

#208

Core i9-13900H

MSRP: $617|Avg: N/A

107%

#209

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

107%

#210

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

107%

#211

Core i9-12900H

MSRP: $617|Avg: N/A

106%

#212

Core i5-9400H

MSRP: $182|Avg: N/A

103%

#213

VIA Nano U2250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

102%

#214

N150

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $128

102%

#215

A4-1250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

101%

#216

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

101%

#217

Core i7-1280P

MSRP: $482|Avg: $482

100%

#218

Ryzen 3 7320C

MSRP: $299|Avg: $200

99%

#219

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

98%

#220

Core Ultra 5 238V

MSRP: $454|Avg: $454

97%

#221

Athlon II N330

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

96%

#222

Core i9-13900HK

MSRP: $697|Avg: N/A

94%

#223

Core i3-3217UE

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

94%

#224

Core Solo T1300

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

93%

#225

Core i7-1260P

MSRP: $432|Avg: $432

92%

#226

Core Ultra 7 266V

MSRP: $520|Avg: $520

89%

#227

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

88%

#228

Ryzen AI 5 330

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

88%

#229

Ryzen 7 5825C

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

88%

#230

Core i3-1315UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $250

87%

#231

Core Solo T1200

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

85%

#232

Core 3 N355

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i7-1280P across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i7-1280P specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-1280P is a 14-core / 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture, manufactured on a Intel 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.8 GHz from a base frequency of 1.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 24 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 20,043, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Core i7-1280P
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	14C / 20T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Alder Lake-P (2022)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	Intel 7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	24 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1.25 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	217 mm2
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	20,043

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-1280P fits into the FCBGA1744 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4, DDR5 memory.

Specification	Core i7-1280P
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Alder Lake-P
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1744
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i7-1280P has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 28 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i7-1280P
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	28 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $482, the Core i7-1280P delivers 42 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #780 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i7-1280P
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$482
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$482
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#780
Release DateLaunch date	23 February 2022 (3 years ago)
Release Year	2022
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Alder Lake-P
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$299
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	23 February 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Alder Lake-P (2022)
Performance Ranking Position	780

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	14
Threads	20
Die Size	217 mm2
L1 Cache	80K (per core)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)
Max Frequency	4.8 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.8 GHz
Efficiency Cores	8
Performance Cores	6
Process Technology	Intel 7 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+