Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core i5-14501E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data for the Intel Arc G3 and the Intel Core i5-14501E contains no head-to-head benchmark entries, no individual benchmark scores, and no average benchmark scores for either processor. The database shows zero wins for each part in direct comparison tests. Both processors occupy the identical percentile position, with each sitting at the 50th percentile against all CPUs tracked in the database.

Because benchmark results are absent, the comparison rests entirely on architectural and specification deltas rather than measured performance deltas. The absence of scores means no direct multi-core, single-core, or integrated graphics performance claims can be made from the recorded data. What the database does provide is a complete specification sheet for each part, and those specifications differ substantially across core counts, clock speeds, memory support, process nodes, and platform targets.

The Arc G3 presents 14 cores and 14 threads, while the i5-14501E presents 6 cores and 12 threads. The Arc G3 therefore offers 8 additional cores but only 2 additional threads, indicating that the Arc G3 uses a core configuration where all 14 cores operate without hyper-threading, whereas the i5-14501E uses 6 hyper-threaded cores. The thread count delta of 2 is small relative to the core count delta of 8. This configuration suggests the Arc G3 leans on raw core count for throughput, while the i5-14501E relies on simultaneous multithreading to extract more work from fewer physical cores.

Clock speeds favor the i5-14501E on both ends. The i5-14501E has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Arc G3 has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The i5-14501E leads by 1.40 GHz at base and by 0.60 GHz at boost. For single-threaded workloads that scale with frequency, the i5-14501E holds a clear advantage in the specification data. The Arc G3 compensates with its higher core count, but the boost clock deficit of 0.60 GHz means the Arc G3 will not match the i5-14501E in lightly threaded tasks.

Cache allocations also differ meaningfully. The Arc G3 provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-14501E provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Per-core L1 and L2 capacities are substantially larger on the Arc G3, which can reduce memory latency for each individual core. The i5-14501E counters with a larger shared L3 pool, 24 MB versus 18 MB, which benefits workloads where multiple cores access a common working set. The total L3 delta of 6 MB in favor of the i5-14501E is modest, but the per-core L2 delta is a double: the Arc G3 doubles the L2 available to each core.

Memory bandwidth data shows the Arc G3 rated at 136.5 GB/s, while the i5-14501E has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X memory, and the i5-14501E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The i5-14501E lacks a recorded bandwidth value, so no direct comparison is possible. The Arc G3 uses dual-channel memory, and the i5-14501E also uses dual-channel memory. The memory type difference is significant, as LPDDR5X is a low-power memory standard typically found in mobile platforms, while DDR4 and DDR5 are conventional desktop memory standards.

The integrated graphics units differ completely. The Arc G3 integrates an Arc B370 GPU, while the i5-14501E integrates UHD Graphics 770. No benchmark scores exist for either integrated GPU, so the comparison is limited to naming. The Arc B370 represents Intel's discrete-class graphics architecture integrated into the mobile processor, while UHD Graphics 770 is the established integrated graphics solution used across Intel desktop processors. The database records no performance metrics for either GPU.

Power and platform characteristics separate the two parts sharply. The Arc G3 has a TDP of 25 watts, and the i5-14501E has a TDP of 65 watts. The Arc G3 consumes 40 watts less at the rated TDP. The Arc G3 uses Intel BGA 2540, a ball-grid array socket for mobile systems, and the i5-14501E uses Intel Socket 1700 for desktop systems. The Arc G3 is classified in the mobile market segment, and the i5-14501E is classified in the desktop market segment. Both parts are actively produced, and both have locked multipliers.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The Arc G3 uses the Panther Lake codename and belongs to the Arc G3 generation, built on a 3 nm process node by Intel. The i5-14501E uses the Raptor Lake-R codename, belongs to the Core 14th Gen series and the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation, and is built on a 10 nm process node by Intel. The process node difference is substantial, with the Arc G3 using a 3 nm node versus the 10 nm node of the i5-14501E. This node generation gap typically enables higher transistor density and better power efficiency on the newer process.

The dies differ in size. The i5-14501E has a recorded die size of 215 mm². The Arc G3 has no recorded die size. Transistor counts are not recorded for either processor. The lack of die size data for the Arc G3 and transistor data for both parts prevents a direct comparison of physical implementation complexity.

Core architecture differs in fundamental ways beyond the node. The Arc G3 uses 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning all 14 cores are single-threaded. The i5-14501E uses 6 cores and 12 threads, meaning each core supports two threads. The Arc G3 does not appear to use a hybrid core arrangement, as no performance-core and efficiency-core split is recorded in the database. The i5-14501E is listed with the Raptor Lake architecture, which in the broader product family uses a hybrid design, but the database records no specific core-type breakdown for this part. The recorded data shows only total cores and threads.

Cache architecture differs per core and at the shared level. The Arc G3 allocates 192 KB of L1 per core and 2.5 MB of L2 per core, with 18 MB of shared L3. The i5-14501E allocates 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, with 24 MB of shared L3. The per-core cache ratios favor the Arc G3, while the shared pool favors the i5-14501E. The Arc G3 has 14 cores each with 2.5 MB of L2, giving a total L2 capacity of 35 MB across all cores. The i5-14501E has 6 cores each with 1.25 MB of L2, giving a total L2 capacity of 7.5 MB. The Arc G3 holds a 27.5 MB advantage in aggregate L2 capacity. This large aggregate L2 difference could benefit workloads with high per-core data locality.

Memory architecture diverges on supported types. The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X only, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The i5-14501E supports both DDR4 and DDR5, with no recorded memory bandwidth. Both parts use dual-channel memory buses. The Arc G3 memory controller is tuned for low-power mobile memory, while the i5-14501E memory controller accepts the broader range of desktop DDR4 and DDR5 modules. ECC memory support also differs: the Arc G3 does not support ECC memory, and the i5-14501E does support ECC memory. This makes the i5-14501E suitable for error-sensitive workloads where data integrity matters.

PCI Express connectivity differs substantially. The Arc G3 provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes, CPU only. The i5-14501E provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes, CPU only. The i5-14501E offers 12 additional PCIe Gen 5 lanes. For systems that require many high-speed expansion devices, such as multiple NVMe drives or discrete GPUs, the i5-14501E provides far more connectivity headroom. The Arc G3 lane count is appropriate for a mobile platform where expansion is limited by physical space and power constraints.

The integrated graphics architectures reflect their platforms. The Arc G3 pairs with the Arc B370, which is part of Intel's dedicated graphics brand applied to an integrated solution. The i5-14501E pairs with UHD Graphics 770, the standard integrated graphics controller found across Intel desktop parts. The release dates differ: the Arc G3 was released on 2026-05-27, and the i5-14501E was released on 2024-06-30. The Arc G3 is the newer part by roughly two years. The i5-14501E has a recorded part number of Q49HSRNJM, and the Arc G3 has a recorded part number of SA4QZ. Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads. The Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Arc G3 has 8 more cores and 2 more threads.

Q: How do the clock speeds compare?

A: The i5-14501E has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Arc G3 has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The i5-14501E is 1.40 GHz higher at base and 0.60 GHz higher at boost.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The i5-14501E supports ECC memory. The Arc G3 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X memory with a recorded bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The i5-14501E supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, but no bandwidth figure is recorded for it.

Q: What process nodes are used?

A: The Arc G3 is built on a 3 nm process node. The i5-14501E is built on a 10 nm process node. Both are manufactured by Intel.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The Arc G3 has a TDP of 25 watts. The i5-14501E has a TDP of 65 watts. The Arc G3 is rated 40 watts lower.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded specifications:

• Cores: Arc G3 has 14 cores, i5-14501E has 6 cores.
• Threads: Arc G3 has 14 threads, i5-14501E has 12 threads.
• Base clock: Arc G3 is 1.90 GHz, i5-14501E is 3.30 GHz.
• Boost clock: Arc G3 is 4.60 GHz, i5-14501E is 5.20 GHz.
• TDP: Arc G3 is 25 watts, i5-14501E is 65 watts.
• Socket: Arc G3 uses Intel BGA 2540, i5-14501E uses Intel Socket 1700.
• Architecture: Arc G3 has no recorded architecture family, i5-14501E is Raptor Lake.
• Codename: Arc G3 is Panther Lake, i5-14501E is Raptor Lake-R.
• Generation: Arc G3 is Arc G3 (Panther Lake), i5-14501E is Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh).
• Process node: Arc G3 is 3 nm, i5-14501E is 10 nm.
• Die size: Arc G3 has no recorded die size, i5-14501E is 215 mm².
• L1 cache per core: Arc G3 is 192 KB, i5-14501E is 80 KB.
• L2 cache per core: Arc G3 is 2.5 MB, i5-14501E is 1.25 MB.
• L3 cache shared: Arc G3 is 18 MB, i5-14501E is 24 MB.
• Memory support: Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X, i5-14501E supports DDR4 and DDR5.
• Memory bandwidth: Arc G3 is 136.5 GB/s, i5-14501E has no recorded value.
• ECC memory: Arc G3 does not support ECC, i5-14501E supports ECC.
• PCIe: Arc G3 is Gen 5 with 4 lanes, i5-14501E is Gen 5 with 16 lanes.
• Integrated graphics: Arc G3 uses Arc B370, i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770.
• Market segment: Arc G3 is Mobile, i5-14501E is Desktop.
• Release date: Arc G3 is 2026-05-27, i5-14501E is 2024-06-30.
• Part number: Arc G3 is SA4QZ, i5-14501E is Q49HSRNJM.

The series field is blank for the Arc G3 and Core 14th Gen for the i5-14501E. The Arc G3 has no recorded launch MSRP, and the i5-14501E also has no recorded launch MSRP. Both processors have locked multipliers, both are actively produced, and both sit at the 50th percentile against all CPUs in the database. The Arc G3 has no benchmarks recorded, and the i5-14501E has no benchmarks recorded.

The Verdict

The recorded data separates these two processors by platform intent rather than by measured performance. The Intel Arc G3 is a mobile processor built on a 3 nm node with 14 cores, 14 threads, a 25 watt TDP, and LPDDR5X memory support. The Intel Core i5-14501E is a desktop processor built on a 10 nm node with 6 cores, 12 threads, a 65 watt TDP, and DDR4 or DDR5 memory support.

The i5-14501E is the stronger choice for single-threaded workloads based on clock speeds. Its boost clock of 5.20 GHz exceeds the Arc G3 boost clock of 4.60 GHz by 0.60 GHz, and its base clock of 3.30 GHz exceeds the Arc G3 base clock of 1.90 GHz by 1.40 GHz. The i5-14501E also provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes versus 4 lanes on the Arc G3, a 12 lane advantage for expansion. The i5-14501E supports ECC memory, which the Arc G3 does not, making it suitable for data integrity sensitive workloads. The i5-14501E has a larger shared L3 cache at 24 MB versus 18 MB on the Arc G3. The die size of 215 mm² is recorded only for the i5-14501E.

The Arc G3 is the stronger choice for multi-threaded throughput based on core count. Its 14 cores exceed the 6 cores of the i5-14501E by 8 cores, and its 14 threads exceed the 12 threads of the i5-14501E by 2 threads. The Arc G3 provides far more per-core cache, with 192 KB of L1 per core versus 80 KB, and 2.5 MB of L2 per core versus 1.25 MB. The aggregate L2 capacity across all cores is 35 MB on the Arc G3 versus 7.5 MB on the i5-14501E. The Arc G3 uses a 3 nm process node versus the 10 nm node of the i5-14501E, and its 25 watt TDP is 40 watts lower than the 65 watt TDP of the i5-14501E. The Arc G3 records 136.5 GB/s of memory bandwidth, while the i5-14501E records none.

The market segment classification dictates the practical decision. The Arc G3 is a mobile part on Intel BGA 2540, and the i5-14501E is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700. These sockets are not interchangeable. A system built around one processor cannot use the other without a platform change. The Arc G3 targets compact, low-power, battery-conscious mobile designs where the 25 watt TDP and LPDDR5X memory fit the platform constraints. The i5-14501E targets desktop systems where the 65 watt TDP, DDR4 or DDR5 memory flexibility, ECC support, and 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes support a wider range of peripherals and workloads.

The absence of benchmark scores and head-to-head results means no measured performance ranking can be assigned. The percentile data ties both parts at the 50th percentile, which places them at the median of the database distribution but offers no differentiation between them. The data indicates that the i5-14501E suits users who need high clock speeds, desktop expansion, and ECC support. The Arc G3 suits users who need many cores, large per-core caches, and low power in a mobile form factor. The choice follows the platform first, then the workload characteristics of core count versus clock speed.