Intel Core 3 100HL vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E records an average benchmark score of 33206, while the Intel Core 3 100HL records 23545. The Core i7 sits in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 76th percentile for the Core 3.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap in Cinebench R23?

A: The Core i7-14701E scores 22195 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, versus 14948 for the Core 3 100HL. That is a 32.7% advantage for the Core i7, matching the same delta seen across most Cinebench tests.

Q: Do both processors use the same socket and memory type?

A: Yes, both use Intel Socket 1700 and support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. However, the Core i7 supports ECC memory, while the Core 3 does not.

Q: What is the difference in thread count between the two?

A: The Core 3 100HL has 8 cores and 12 threads, while the Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads. Both use the same 80 KB L1 cache per core and 2 MB L2 cache per core.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Core i7-14701E has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 3 100HL has 12 MB of shared L3 cache. This difference is substantial and contributes to the performance gap in several workloads.

Q: Are there any benchmark categories where the Core 3 100HL wins?

A: No. In the recorded head-to-head data, the Core i7-14701E wins all 17 benchmark comparisons. The smallest margin for the Core i7 is a 13.2% lead in PassMark single-thread tests.

Where Each One Wins

The data shows a clear and consistent winner across every recorded workload. The Intel Core i7-14701E takes all 17 head-to-head benchmark wins. There is no category in the database where the Intel Core 3 100HL comes out ahead.

For workloads that stress multi-core throughput, the Core i7 dominates. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a 32.7% lead, and PassMark multithread shows a 32.7% lead as well. The gap narrows in lighter single-threaded tasks. PassMark single-thread shows the Core i7 ahead by 13.2%, which is the smallest delta of any test in the set.

The largest single gap appears in PassMark find prime numbers. Here the Core i7 scores 176 versus 48 for the Core 3, a 72.7% difference. This indicates a major advantage in integer-heavy, branch-intensive computation. The PassMark physics test also shows a wide 61.3% gap, with the Core i7 scoring 2399 against 928.

The Core 3 100HL does not win any use-case category. Its lower thread count, smaller cache, and lower clock speeds place it behind in every measured metric. For any workload that benefits from the Core i7's specifications, the Core i7 is the better choice according to the recorded data.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Raptor Lake architecture family, but they come from different sub-families. The Core 3 100HL uses the Raptor Lake-PS codename, while the Core i7-14701E uses Raptor Lake-R and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, described as Raptor Lake Refresh.

Both are built on the same 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. The die size differs, however. The Core i7-14701E has a die size of 257 mm², while the die size for the Core 3 is not recorded in the database.

The core count is identical at 8 cores. Thread count differs: the Core 3 has 12 threads, the Core i7 has 16. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core, and L2 is identical at 2 MB per core. The L3 cache is significantly different, with the Core i7 holding 33 MB shared versus 12 MB shared for the Core 3.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 3 100HL uses Iris Xe Graphics with 48 execution units. The Core i7-14701E uses UHD Graphics 770. The PCIe interface also differs: the Core 3 provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU, while the Core i7 provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

ECC memory support is another architectural distinction. The Core i7-14701E supports ECC memory, the Core 3 does not. The production status for both is listed as Active.

Specification Differences

The Core 3 100HL and Core i7-14701E differ in several key specification fields. The base clock of the Core 3 is 2.10 GHz, while the Core i7 runs at 2.60 GHz. The boost clock shows a larger gap: 4.60 GHz for the Core 3 versus 5.40 GHz for the Core i7.

Thermal design power differs as well. The Core 3 is rated at 45 W, while the Core i7 is rated at 65 W. This higher power envelope likely supports the higher clock speeds and additional threads.

Thread count is 12 for the Core 3 and 16 for the Core i7. Both have 8 cores.

The L3 cache difference is notable: 12 MB for the Core 3, 33 MB for the Core i7. The per-core L1 and L2 caches are identical.

Memory support is the same for both in terms of type (DDR4, DDR5) and bus (dual-channel). ECC support is present only on the Core i7.

PCIe generation and lane count differ. The Core 3 uses Gen 4 with 8 CPU lanes. The Core i7 uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The integrated GPU is different: Iris Xe Graphics 48EU on the Core 3, UHD Graphics 770 on the Core i7.

The release dates differ by a few months. The Core 3 was released on 2024-04-07, and the Core i7 on 2024-06-30. Both are active production parts. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP in the database. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Core i7 has a known part number, Q49FSRNJK, while the Core 3 part number is listed as unknown.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a uniform pattern: the Core i7-14701E wins every test, with margins ranging from 13.2% to 72.7%.

Cinebench R15 multi-core shows the Core i7 scoring 2237 against 1506 for the Core 3, a 32.7% lead. The single-core test in R15 shows 315 versus 212, also a 32.7% lead. Cinebench R20 multi-core has the Core i7 at 9321 versus 6278, a 32.6% gap. The R20 single-core test shows 1315 against 886, again a 32.6% gap. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows 22195 versus 14948, and single-core shows 3133 versus 2110, both at 32.7% deltas.

The PassMark suite reveals a wider spread. Data compression shows the Core i7 at 282939 versus 202225, a 28.5% lead. Data encryption shows 14862 versus 11964, a 19.5% lead. Extended instructions show 18528 versus 12463, a 32.7% gap. Find prime numbers shows the largest divergence: 176 versus 48, a 72.7% lead for the Core i7.

Floating point math shows 61873 versus 42108, a 31.9% gap. Integer math shows 81325 versus 56308, a 30.8% gap. The multithread score shows 26112 versus 17586, a 32.7% gap. Physics shows 2399 versus 928, a 61.3% gap. Random string sorting shows 29158 versus 23223, a 20.4% gap. Single-thread tests show 4305 versus 3735, a 13.2% gap.

The pattern is consistent. The Core i7 is ahead by roughly a third in most compute-heavy tests, with even larger leads in prime number finding and physics simulations. The smallest lead is in single-threaded PassMark, where the higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz versus 4.60 GHz still translates into a clear advantage.

Looking at the nearest rivals in the database adds context. The Core 3 100HL has an average score of 23545, sitting close to the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8540U at 23709 and the Intel Core i5-11500 at 23718, both within 0.7%. The Core i7-14701E at 33206 sits near the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H at 33201, with a delta of 0%, and the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS at 33244, a 0.1% difference. The Core i7's percentile rank of 83 versus the Core 3's 76 reflects this separation.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a straightforward conclusion. The Intel Core i7-14701E outperforms the Intel Core 3 100HL in every benchmark included in the database. The Core i7 wins all 17 head-to-head comparisons, with an average benchmark score that is 40.9% higher (33206 versus 23545).

The Core i7's advantages are rooted in its specifications. It has 16 threads versus 12, a 5.40 GHz boost clock versus 4.60 GHz, and 33 MB of L3 cache versus 12 MB. It also supports ECC memory and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, compared to Gen 4 with 8 lanes on the Core 3. These differences translate directly into the measured performance gaps.

The Core i7 is the appropriate choice for workloads that demand high multi-core throughput, such as rendering, video encoding, or scientific computation. The data shows a 32.7% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and a 32.7% lead in PassMark multithread. The 72.7% lead in prime number finding and the 61.3% lead in physics further indicate strength in integer-heavy and simulation-style tasks.

The Core 3 100HL is the lower-performing part in this comparison. It has a lower boost clock, fewer threads, smaller L3 cache, and no ECC support. Its 45 W TDP is lower than the Core i7's 65 W, which may be relevant for systems with tighter thermal envelopes, but the database does not include power consumption measurements. In terms of raw performance, the Core 3 trails consistently.

For users whose priority is maximum performance in the workloads covered by the benchmark suite, the Core i7-14701E is the clear pick. The data shows no scenario where the Core 3 wins. The Core 3 may still serve in systems where its lower power class is desirable, but the benchmark results indicate that it cannot match the Core i7 in any measured category.