Intel Core 3 100HL vs Intel Core i5-14501E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents an interesting asymmetry: the Intel Core 3 100HL has a full suite of benchmark results, while the Intel Core i5-14501E has none recorded in the database. This means every direct comparison must be inferred from the Core 3's absolute scores and its percentile standing, rather than from a side-by-side matchup.

The Core 3 100HL posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14948 and a single-core score of 2110. In Cinebench R20, it scores 6278 multi-core and 886 single-core, while in Cinebench R15 it scores 1506 multi-core and 212 single-core. These scores place the Core 3 at the 76th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 23545.

The nearest rivals for the Core 3 provide context. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8540U scores 23709, which is 0.7% higher. The Intel Core i5-11500 also scores 23718, again 0.7% higher. The Intel Core Ultra 7 266V scores 23297, which is 1.1% lower, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H scores 23277, which is 1.2% lower. These deltas are small, indicating the Core 3 sits in a tightly clustered performance band where the four rivals are within roughly 2% of each other.

PassMark results for the Core 3 show 202225 in data compression, 11964 in data encryption, 12463 in extended instructions, 48 in find prime numbers, 42108 in floating point math, 56308 in integer math, 17586 in multithread, 928 in physics, 23223 in random string sorting, and 3735 in single-thread. The single-thread score appears twice in the database with identical values. These numbers indicate a processor that handles integer and floating-point workloads competently but shows a very low prime-number finding score at 48, which suggests that particular workload is not a strength.

Because the i5-14501E has no recorded benchmarks, the head-to-head section must rely on architectural and specification differences to project potential outcomes. The Core 3's 76th percentile ranking implies it outperforms roughly three-quarters of all CPUs in the database, but without i5-14501E scores, no direct win can be assigned to either processor.

The Verdict

The data indicates the Core 3 100HL is a fully measured, active desktop processor with a 76th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 23545. The i5-14501E, by contrast, has zero recorded benchmark scores and a 50th percentile ranking, which the database lists despite the lack of measurements. This percentile figure for the i5-14501E appears to be a placeholder or default value, as it cannot be derived from any recorded performance data.

For users who require verified performance numbers, the Core 3 is the only option with empirical support. Its 8 cores and 12 threads, combined with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, deliver the benchmark results shown above. The i5-14501E offers 6 cores and 12 threads with a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz, but no test results confirm what that configuration achieves in practice.

The i5-14501E does carry advantages in other areas: it supports ECC memory, has a larger 24 MB shared L3 cache versus 12 MB on the Core 3, and features PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes compared to Gen 4 with 8 lanes on the Core 3. These specification wins do not translate into measured performance, so the verdict must favor the Core 3 for anyone relying on database scores, while acknowledging the i5-14501E's unverified potential.

Architecture Differences

Both processors use the Raptor Lake architecture, but they belong to different sub-families. The Core 3 100HL uses the Raptor Lake-PS codename, while the i5-14501E uses Raptor Lake-R. The Core 3 is listed under the "Core 3 (Raptor Lake-PS)" generation, while the i5-14501E falls under "Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)". This distinction matters because the refresh typically brings clock and feature updates, though the underlying microarchitecture remains the same generation.

Both are built on a 10 nm process node and manufactured by Intel. The i5-14501E has a die size of 215 mm², while the Core 3 has no die size recorded. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. L2 cache differs: the Core 3 has 2 MB per core, while the i5-14501E has 1.25 MB per core. L3 cache also differs significantly: the Core 3 has 12 MB shared, while the i5-14501E has 24 MB shared.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 3 uses Iris Xe Graphics 48EU, while the i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770. Both are desktop-market processors on Intel Socket 1700, and both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode. The Core 3 does not support ECC memory, while the i5-14501E does. PCIe support diverges: the Core 3 offers Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the i5-14501E offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Release dates differ by nearly three months. The Core 3 was released on 2024-04-07, while the i5-14501E came later on 2024-06-30. Both are currently marked as Active in production status. Neither processor has a launch MSRP recorded in the database, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification fields. Core count: the Core 3 has 8 cores, the i5-14501E has 6 cores. Thread count is identical at 12 for both. Base clock: the Core 3 runs at 2.10 GHz, while the i5-14501E runs at 3.30 GHz. Boost clock: the Core 3 reaches 4.60 GHz, while the i5-14501E reaches 5.20 GHz. TDP: the Core 3 is rated at 45 watts, the i5-14501E at 65 watts.

Cache configuration differs in L2 and L3. The Core 3 has 2 MB per core in L2, while the i5-14501E has 1.25 MB per core. For L3, the Core 3 has 12 MB shared, while the i5-14501E has 24 MB shared. L1 cache is the same at 80 KB per core.

Memory support is identical in type (DDR4, DDR5) and bus (dual-channel), but ECC support differs: the Core 3 does not support ECC, while the i5-14501E does. PCIe capabilities differ: the Core 3 has Gen 4 with 8 lanes, the i5-14501E has Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics differ: Iris Xe Graphics 48EU on the Core 3 versus UHD Graphics 770 on the i5-14501E.

The i5-14501E has a recorded die size of 215 mm², while the Core 3 has none. The i5-14501E also has a part number (Q49HSRNJM), while the Core 3's part number is listed as unknown. Both processors use Intel Socket 1700, are desktop-market parts, are currently Active, and have no launch MSRP recorded.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 3 100HL has 8 cores, while the Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores. Both have 12 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock differences?

A: The Core 3 100HL boosts to 4.60 GHz, while the i5-14501E boosts to 5.20 GHz. The i5-14501E also has a higher base clock at 3.30 GHz versus 2.10 GHz for the Core 3.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 3 100HL does not support ECC memory.

Q: How do the L3 cache sizes compare?

A: The i5-14501E has a 24 MB shared L3 cache, which is double the 12 MB shared L3 cache on the Core 3 100HL. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core.

Q: What do the benchmark scores show for the Core 3?

A: The Core 3 100HL scores 14948 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2110 in single-core. Its average benchmark score is 23545, placing it at the 76th percentile among all CPUs. The i5-14501E has no recorded benchmark scores.

Q: Which processor has faster PCIe support?

A: The i5-14501E supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 3 100HL supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only).

Where Each One Wins

The Core 3 100HL wins in measured performance, as it is the only processor in this comparison with benchmark data. Its 76th percentile ranking and average score of 23545 confirm it operates above the median CPU. The nearest rival data shows it within 1.2% of four other processors, indicating strong competitiveness in its class. For workloads like Cinebench multi-core rendering, the Core 3's score of 14948 in R23 represents a solid result, and its PassMark multithread score of 17586 supports general multitasking capability.

The i5-14501E wins in raw specification ceilings. Its higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz suggests superior single-thread potential, though no test confirms this. Its 24 MB L3 cache is double the Core 3's, which typically benefits cache-sensitive workloads. Its PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes offers more bandwidth for expansion cards and storage, and its ECC memory support targets reliability-focused applications. Its 65-watt TDP allows for higher sustained clocks, though it also means more heat to manage.

In the absence of i5-14501E benchmark scores, the use-case split is clear: the Core 3 is the verified performer, suitable for tasks where known results matter, such as content creation or general desktop work. The i5-14501E is the specification-driven choice, appealing to users who prioritize cache capacity, PCIe bandwidth, and ECC support over confirmed benchmark standing. The data does not allow a direct performance comparison, so the selection hinges on whether verified scores or unverified specifications carry more weight for a given application.