Intel Core 3 100HL vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

# Intel Core 3 100HL vs Intel Core i9-14901TE

The Intel Core 3 100HL and Intel Core i9-14901TE are two desktop processors sharing the Intel Socket 1700 platform, the Raptor Lake architecture, a 10 nm process node, and a 45 W TDP. Despite these similarities, the two chips are positioned very differently in the database. The Core 3 100HL carries a 76th percentile ranking across all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 23545, while the Core i9-14901TE holds a 50th percentile ranking with no recorded benchmark scores in the database. The Core i9-14901TE does have a significantly higher boost clock, more threads, a larger L3 cache, and additional platform features such as ECC memory support and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, but without benchmark data, its measured performance cannot be verified.

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 3 100HL has 8 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare between the two chips?

A: The Core 3 100HL boosts up to 4.60 GHz, while the Core i9-14901TE boosts up to 5.50 GHz. The Core i9-14901TE holds a 0.90 GHz advantage in maximum boost frequency.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Core i9-14901TE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 3 100HL has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, giving the Core i9-14901TE a 24 MB advantage.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Core i9-14901TE supports ECC memory, while the Core 3 100HL does not.

Q: What integrated graphics are included on each processor?

A: The Core 3 100HL uses Iris Xe Graphics with 48 execution units. The Core i9-14901TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: What is the database percentile ranking for each processor?

A: The Core 3 100HL ranks in the 76th percentile across all CPUs. The Core i9-14901TE ranks in the 50th percentile.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture, with the Core 3 100HL using the Raptor Lake-PS codename and the Core i9-14901TE using the Raptor Lake-R codename. The Core i9-14901TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series and is described as Raptor Lake Refresh, while the Core 3 100HL is listed as part of the Core 3 generation under Raptor Lake-PS. Both use a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel, and both are desktop market segment parts with Active production status.

The core count is identical at 8 cores, but the thread count differs: the Core 3 100HL supports 12 threads, while the Core i9-14901TE supports 16 threads. This indicates the Core i9-14901TE enables simultaneous multithreading on all 8 cores, while the Core 3 100HL does not. The L1 cache is listed as 80 KB per core for both, and the L2 cache is 2 MB per core for both. The L3 cache is where a major difference appears: the Core 3 100HL has 12 MB shared, and the Core i9-14901TE has 36 MB shared. The die size for the Core i9-14901TE is recorded as 257 mm², while no die size is listed for the Core 3 100HL.

Memory support is identical in type: both support DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus. Neither has a recorded memory bandwidth figure. PCIe capabilities differ substantially: the Core 3 100HL provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the Core i9-14901TE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). ECC memory support is present on the Core i9-14901TE but absent on the Core 3 100HL. The integrated graphics also differ: Iris Xe Graphics 48EU on the Core 3 100HL versus UHD Graphics 770 on the Core i9-14901TE.

The release dates differ as well. The Core 3 100HL was released on 2024-04-07, and the Core i9-14901TE was released on 2024-06-30. Neither processor has a launch MSRP recorded in the database, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Core i9-14901TE has a part number of Q49CSRNJJ, while the Core 3 100HL lists its part number as unknown.

The Verdict

The data presents an unusual comparison because the two processors have asymmetric measurement coverage. The Core 3 100HL has a full set of benchmark results across Cinebench and PassMark tests, an average benchmark score of 23545, and a 76th percentile ranking. The Core i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores, an average benchmark score of 0, and a 50th percentile ranking. From a purely measured performance standpoint, the Core 3 100HL is the only one of the two with verified data in the database.

The Core i9-14901TE, however, holds clear specification advantages that are not reflected in benchmark scores. It has 4 more threads, a 0.90 GHz higher boost clock, 24 MB more L3 cache, ECC memory support, and PCIe Gen 5 with double the lane count. These are meaningful architectural differences for workloads that scale with thread count, cache capacity, or platform I/O. The 50th percentile ranking for the Core i9-14901TE appears to be a default or placeholder value given the absence of benchmark entries, so it should not be interpreted as a measured performance level.

For users who rely on recorded database performance, the Core 3 100HL is the only chip with demonstrated results. For users who prioritize the specification sheet, the Core i9-14901TE offers a stronger feature set on paper, particularly in multi-threaded throughput, cache-sensitive tasks, and memory reliability features. The choice depends on whether the user trusts measured results or the unverified specifications of the higher-tier part.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors in the database:

• Threads: 12 (Core 3 100HL) vs 16 (Core i9-14901TE)
• Base clock: 2.10 GHz (Core 3 100HL) vs 2.30 GHz (Core i9-14901TE)
• Boost clock: 4.60 GHz (Core 3 100HL) vs 5.50 GHz (Core i9-14901TE)
• L3 cache: 12 MB shared (Core 3 100HL) vs 36 MB shared (Core i9-14901TE)
• Die size: not listed (Core 3 100HL) vs 257 mm² (Core i9-14901TE)
• ECC memory: false (Core 3 100HL) vs true (Core i9-14901TE)
• PCIe: Gen 4, 8 Lanes (Core 3 100HL) vs Gen 5, 16 Lanes (Core i9-14901TE)
• Integrated graphics: Iris Xe Graphics 48EU (Core 3 100HL) vs UHD Graphics 770 (Core i9-14901TE)
• Codename: Raptor Lake-PS (Core 3 100HL) vs Raptor Lake-R (Core i9-14901TE)
• Generation: Core 3 (Raptor Lake-PS) vs Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh)
• Release date: 2024-04-07 (Core 3 100HL) vs 2024-06-30 (Core i9-14901TE)
• Part number: unknown (Core 3 100HL) vs Q49CSRNJJ (Core i9-14901TE)
• Benchmark entries: 17 tests recorded (Core 3 100HL) vs none (Core i9-14901TE)
• Average benchmark score: 23545 (Core 3 100HL) vs 0 (Core i9-14901TE)
• Percentile vs all CPUs: 76 (Core 3 100HL) vs 50 (Core i9-14901TE)

Fields that are identical include cores (8), L1 cache (80 KB per core), L2 cache (2 MB per core), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), socket (Intel Socket 1700), architecture (Raptor Lake), TDP (45 W), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier unlocked (false).

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark table in the database is empty, and the Core i9-14901TE has no individual benchmark scores recorded. As a result, direct comparison of test results is impossible. The Core 3 100HL has 17 recorded benchmark scores, and these can be examined on their own merits.

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

PassMark results for the Core 3 100HL show a multi-thread score of 17586 and a single-thread score of 3735. The integer math test scores 56308, floating point math scores 42108, and extended instructions score 12463. Data compression scores 202225, data encryption scores 11964, and random string sorting scores 23223. The physics test scores 928, and the find prime numbers test scores 48.

The nearest rivals in the database for the Core 3 100HL provide context for its average score. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8540U has an average score of 23709, which is 0.7% higher. The Intel Core i5-11500 also has an average score of 23718, 0.7% higher. The Intel Core Ultra 7 266V has an average score of 23297, which is 1.1% lower. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800H has an average score of 23277, 1.2% lower. The Core 3 100HL sits within roughly 1% of all four rivals, indicating it is closely matched to a broad group of mid-range and upper-mid-range processors.

Because the Core i9-14901TE has no scores, no wins can be assigned to either processor in head-to-head testing. The wins counter shows 0 for both sides. The specification differences, particularly the 5.50 GHz boost clock and 36 MB L3 cache on the Core i9-14901TE, suggest it would likely outperform the Core 3 100HL in many tests, but the database contains no measurements to confirm this.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 3 100HL wins in the only category that can be measured: recorded performance data. It has 17 benchmark scores, an average score of 23545, and a 76th percentile ranking. Its nearest rivals are all within 1.2% of its average score, which indicates consistent mid-range performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14948 and single-core score of 2110 show balanced throughput across both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. The PassMark integer math score of 56308 and floating point math score of 42108 demonstrate solid compute capability for general processing tasks.

The Core i9-14901TE wins on the specification sheet in several areas. Its 16 threads versus 12 gives it a 33% thread advantage. Its 5.50 GHz boost clock is 0.90 GHz higher than the Core 3 100HL's 4.60 GHz. Its 36 MB L3 cache is triple the 12 MB on the Core 3 100HL. It supports ECC memory, which the Core 3 100HL does not. Its PCIe Gen 5 interface with 16 lanes doubles both the generation and lane count of the Core 3 100HL's PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes. The larger die size of 257 mm² suggests a more complex silicon layout, though no transistor count is recorded for either chip.

In terms of use-case split, the Core 3 100HL is the only chip with verified results, making it the defensible choice for any workload where measured performance matters. The Core i9-14901TE would be the logical pick for tasks that require ECC memory, high-bandwidth PCIe Gen 5 devices, or large L3 cache capacity, but these advantages are theoretical until benchmark data is recorded. The database shows no head-to-head results and no wins for either side, so any performance conclusion beyond the specifications listed must remain provisional.