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

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE records an average benchmark score of 26013, while the Intel Core 3 100HL scores 23545. The Core i7-14701TE also holds a higher percentile rank at 78 compared to 76 for the Core 3 100HL.

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

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core i7-14701TE scores 17035 versus 14948 for the Core 3 100HL, a delta of 12.3% in favor of the Core i7. The R20 multi-core test shows a similar 12.2% advantage.

Q: Does the Core 3 100HL win any benchmark categories?

A: Yes, it wins 4 of the 17 head-to-head tests. These include PassMark data encryption (11964 vs 11699, 2.3% ahead), random string sorting (23223 vs 22760, 2% ahead), and the PassMark single-thread test (3735 vs 2637, 41.6% ahead).

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

A: The Core i7-14701TE has 16 threads, while the Core 3 100HL has 12 threads. Both processors have 8 cores.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 3 100HL does not include ECC memory support.

Q: How do the nearest rivals compare for each processor?

A: The Core 3 100HL sits within 1.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H and within 1.1% of the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V. The Core i7-14701TE is 0.1% above the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 and 0.7% below the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Raptor Lake architecture, the 10 nm Intel process node, and the Intel Socket 1700 package. The Core 3 100HL uses the Raptor Lake-PS codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation, while the Core i7-14701TE uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen (Raptor Lake Refresh) family.

The core counts are identical at 8, but the thread counts differ. The Core i7-14701TE supports 16 threads versus 12 threads on the Core 3 100HL, indicating hyper-threading enables a higher thread count on the i7 part. The L1 cache is 80 KB per core on both, and the L2 cache is 2 MB per core on both. The L3 cache differs substantially: the Core 3 100HL has 12 MB shared, while the Core i7-14701TE has 33 MB shared.

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

Memory support is DDR4 and DDR5 on both, with dual-channel memory buses. The Core i7-14701TE adds ECC memory support, which the Core 3 100HL lacks. Both are locked processors with no unlocked multiplier. The Core i7-14701TE has a measured die size of 257 mm², while no die size is recorded for the Core 3 100HL. The Core i7-14701TE also has a recorded part number (Q49GSRNJL), whereas the Core 3 100HL lists an unknown part number.

The release dates differ by roughly three months. The Core 3 100HL entered the database on 2024-04-07, and the Core i7-14701TE followed on 2024-06-30. Both are marked as Active production status and target the Desktop market segment.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Core i7-14701TE dominates the Cinebench suite across the board. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 1716 against 1506, a 12.2% advantage. In R15 single-core, the margin is 12.4% (242 vs 212). R20 multi-core shows 7154 vs 6278, again 12.2%, and R20 single-core shows 1010 vs 886, a 12.3% gap. Cinebench R23 multi-core delivers 17035 vs 14948, and R23 single-core delivers 2405 vs 2110, both at 12.3% margins. These consistent deltas across all six Cinebench tests indicate the Core i7-14701TE holds a stable performance lead in both single-threaded and multi-threaded rendering workloads.

The PassMark suite reveals a more varied picture. The Core i7-14701TE wins data compression with 220520 vs 202225, an 8.3% lead. Extended instructions go to the Core i7-14701TE at 14354 vs 12463, a 13.2% margin. Floating point math shows 50219 vs 42108, a 16.2% lead, and integer math shows 65792 vs 56308, a 14.4% lead. The largest multi-threaded gap appears in PassMark physics: 1860 vs 928, a 50.1% difference in favor of the Core i7-14701TE. Prime number finding also heavily favors the Core i7-14701TE at 143 vs 48, a 66.4% margin. The PassMark multithread test confirms the pattern with 20042 vs 17586, a 12.3% advantage.

The Core 3 100HL wins specific workloads. PassMark data encryption goes to the Core 3 100HL at 11964 vs 11699, a 2.3% edge. Random string sorting also goes to the Core 3 100HL at 23223 vs 22760, a 2% edge. The PassMark single-thread test shows the Core 3 100HL at 3735 vs 2637, a substantial 41.6% advantage. This same result appears under both recorded test names, passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread. The single-thread score is notable because it contradicts the Cinebench single-core results, where the Core i7-14701TE leads by 12.3% to 12.4%. The PassMark single-thread measurement likely uses different instruction mixes or weighting than Cinebench, which explains the divergence.

Across all 17 head-to-head tests, the Core i7-14701TE wins 13 and the Core 3 100HL wins 4. The average benchmark scores reflect this: 26013 for the Core i7-14701TE versus 23545 for the Core 3 100HL.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 3 100HL | Intel Core i7-14701TE |

|---|---|---|

| Series | None | Core 14th Gen |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Boost clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-PS | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Core 3 (Raptor Lake-PS) | Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Die size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| L3 cache | 12 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| ECC memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 8 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 48EU | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release date | 2024-04-07 | 2024-06-30 |

| Part number | unknown | Q49GSRNJL |

The base clock is identical at 2.10 GHz for both. The TDP is also identical at 45 watts. Core count, L1 cache, L2 cache, memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), socket (Intel Socket 1700), architecture (Raptor Lake), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), market segment (Desktop), and production status (Active) are all shared specifications. Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Core i7-14701TE is the stronger processor for rendering and compute-heavy workloads. The Cinebench results show a consistent 12.2% to 12.4% lead across all six tests, covering both single-core and multi-core scenarios. The PassMark physics test shows a 50.1% advantage, which points to a significant edge in physics simulation workloads. Prime number finding shows a 66.4% lead, indicating much faster integer-heavy mathematical computation. Floating point math (16.2% ahead) and integer math (14.4% ahead) both favor the Core i7-14701TE. The 33 MB L3 cache, 16 threads, and higher 5.20 GHz boost clock all contribute to these results. The extra threads and cache capacity give the Core i7-14701TE a clear advantage in multi-threaded productivity, data compression (8.3% ahead), and extended instruction workloads (13.2% ahead).

The Core 3 100HL wins in fewer categories but with specific strengths. The 41.6% lead in PassMark single-thread performance is the largest win for either processor in the entire head-to-head set. This makes the Core 3 100HL the better choice for workloads that rely heavily on the PassMark single-thread metric. Data encryption and random string sorting also go to the Core 3 100HL, with margins of 2.3% and 2% respectively. These wins are modest but consistent. The Core 3 100HL also uses less PCIe bandwidth (Gen 4, 8 lanes) and has a smaller L3 cache, so its wins come despite fewer resources, which may reflect different scheduling or instruction handling in these specific tests.

For users prioritizing Cinebench rendering, physics simulation, floating point math, or extended instruction throughput, the Core i7-14701TE delivers the stronger measured results. For users prioritizing PassMark single-thread performance, encryption, or random string sorting, the Core 3 100HL holds the edge. The overall average benchmark score favors the Core i7-14701TE at 26013 vs 23545, and the percentile ranking confirms its higher standing at 78 versus 76.