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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a lopsided contest. The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core 3 100U takes only 2. The margin of victory for the i7-14701TE is consistent and substantial across nearly every workload category.

In Cinebench tests, the i7-14701TE delivers a commanding lead. The multicore scores show a delta of -37.6% across all three Cinebench versions: 1070 versus 1716 in R15 multicore, 4462 versus 7154 in R20 multicore, and 10624 versus 17035 in R23 multicore. Single-core Cinebench results follow a similar pattern, with the i7-14701TE ahead by 38% in R15 (150 versus 242), 37.7% in R20 (629 versus 1010), and 37.7% in R23 (1499 versus 2405). These deltas indicate that the i7-14701TE does not merely scale better with more cores; it also has a higher per-core throughput advantage in rendering workloads.

PassMark results reinforce the i7-14701TE's dominance in compute-heavy tasks. The largest gap appears in the find prime numbers test, where the i7-14701TE scores 143 against the Core 3 100U's 52, a delta of -63.6%. Floating point math shows a 43.6% advantage for the i7-14701TE (50219 versus 28322), and extended instructions show a 45% advantage (14354 versus 7894). Integer math results in a 39.8% gap (65792 versus 39580), while data compression shows a 38.1% difference (220520 versus 136497). The physics test shows a 52.9% gap (1860 versus 876), indicating a strong advantage in simulation-style workloads.

The i7-14701TE also leads in data encryption by 30.5% (11699 versus 8128), random string sorting by 33.3% (22760 versus 15191), and the PassMark multithread score by 37.5% (20042 versus 12522).

The single exception is the PassMark single-thread test, where the Core 3 100U wins with a score of 3506 against 2637, a 33% advantage for the mobile chip. This is a notable reversal, as it indicates the Core 3 100U has a higher peak single-thread execution rate in this specific benchmark, despite its lower overall core count and lower boost clock. The same result appears twice in the data, listed as both `passmark_single_thread` and `passmark_singlethread`, confirming the outcome.

The overall average benchmark score tells a similar story: the i7-14701TE averages 26013, while the Core 3 100U averages 16148. The i7-14701TE sits in the 78th percentile of all CPUs in the database, compared to the 70th percentile for the Core 3 100U. The nearest rivals for each chip confirm their respective performance tiers. The Core 3 100U is closest to the Intel Core i7-10850H (0.3% difference), the Intel Core i5-10600KF (0.5%), the Intel Core i7-1260U (1.1%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H (1.2%). The i7-14701TE sits near the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 (0.1%), AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS (0.4%), AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE (0.5%), and AMD Ryzen 5 8540U (0.7%).

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same underlying Raptor Lake architecture and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node at Intel's own foundry. The similarities end there in several key areas.

The Core 3 100U is a Raptor Lake-U part, part of the Core 3 generation. It has 6 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 1.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The i7-14701TE is a Raptor Lake Refresh part from the Core 14th Gen series, with 8 cores and 16 threads, a base clock of 2.10 GHz, and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The i7-14701TE has both a higher base clock and a higher boost clock, which contributes to its performance advantage.

The cache hierarchy differs in the L2 and L3 levels. Both chips have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The Core 3 100U has 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, while the i7-14701TE has 2 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a much larger disparity: the Core 3 100U has 10 MB shared, while the i7-14701TE has 33 MB shared. The larger L3 cache on the i7-14701TE provides a significant capacity advantage for workloads with large working sets.

The market segments differ by design. The Core 3 100U is a mobile processor using the Intel BGA 1744 socket, with a TDP of 15 watts. The i7-14701TE is a desktop processor using the Intel Socket 1700, with a TDP of 45 watts. The i7-14701TE also has a larger die size at 257 mm², while the die size for the Core 3 100U is not recorded in the database.

Memory support is listed as DDR4 and DDR5 for both, with dual-channel memory buses. ECC memory support differs: the Core 3 100U does not support ECC, while the i7-14701TE does. PCIe capabilities also differ. The Core 3 100U provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU, while the i7-14701TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. This gives the desktop part double the lane count and a newer PCIe generation.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 3 100U uses UHD Graphics 64EU, while the i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770. Both are integrated solutions, but the i7-14701TE's implementation is the higher-tier part.

Release dates differ by several months. The Core 3 100U launched on 2024-01-07, while the i7-14701TE launched on 2024-06-30. The Core 3 100U has a recorded launch MSRP of $426, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the i7-14701TE. Both parts are listed as Active in production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread performance in the database?

A: The Intel Core 3 100U wins the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 3506 against the Intel Core i7-14701TE's 2637, a 33% advantage. However, the i7-14701TE leads in all three Cinebench single-core tests (R15, R20, and R23) by roughly 37.7% to 38%.

Q: How large is the multicore performance gap?

A: The i7-14701TE leads by 37.5% in the PassMark multithread test (20042 versus 12522) and by 37.6% in all three Cinebench multicore tests (R15, R20, and R23). The PassMark physics test shows the largest gap at 52.9% (1860 versus 876).

Q: Do both processors use the same manufacturing process?

A: Yes, both are fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. Both use the Raptor Lake architecture, though the Core 3 100U is Raptor Lake-U and the i7-14701TE is Raptor Lake Refresh.

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

A: The Core 3 100U has 6 cores and 8 threads. The i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, giving it double the thread count.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the Intel Core i7-14701TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 3 100U does not list ECC support.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The Core 3 100U has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 10 MB of shared L3. The i7-14701TE has 2 MB of L2 per core and 33 MB of shared L3.

Specification Differences

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

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

| Series | null | Core 14th Gen |

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 8 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 1.20 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1744 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-U | Raptor Lake-R |

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

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 10 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| ECC Memory | false | true |

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

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 64EU | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2024-01-07 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $426 | null |

| Part Number | SRMYL | Q49GSRNJL |

| Avg Benchmark Score | 16148 | 26013 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 70 | 78 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins nearly every benchmark category in the database. Its advantages are most pronounced in computationally intensive workloads. The PassMark find prime numbers test shows the largest relative gap at 63.6%, followed by physics at 52.9%, extended instructions at 45%, and floating point math at 43.6%. These results indicate the i7-14701TE is better suited for scientific computing, simulation, and number-crunching tasks. The 16 threads and 33 MB of L3 cache provide a clear edge in multi-threaded rendering, as shown by the consistent 37.6% lead across all Cinebench multicore tests. The desktop socket, 45 W TDP, and Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes also position it for workstation-class use cases, including ECC memory support for error-sensitive workloads.

The Intel Core 3 100U wins the PassMark single-thread test with a 33% advantage (3506 versus 2637). This is the only benchmark where the mobile chip demonstrates superiority. The result suggests the Core 3 100U has a higher peak execution rate in that specific single-threaded workload, despite its lower boost clock of 4.70 GHz versus 5.20 GHz for the i7-14701TE. The 15 W TDP and mobile BGA socket make it the appropriate choice for portable systems where power draw and thermal output are constrained. Its Gen 4 PCIe with 8 lanes and lack of ECC support are consistent with a consumer mobile positioning.

The data shows a clear performance hierarchy. The i7-14701TE's 78th percentile ranking versus 70th for the Core 3 100U reflects its higher overall standing. The average benchmark score of 26013 for the i7-14701TE is roughly 61% higher than the Core 3 100U's 16148. In workloads that use the full thread count, the i7-14701TE is the stronger part. In workloads that favor the specific single-thread characteristics measured by PassMark, the Core 3 100U holds a notable edge.