Intel Core 3 100UL vs Intel Core i5-14490F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-14490F completely dominates the Intel Core 3 100UL in every measurable benchmark category, based on the recorded database scores. The Core i5-14490F posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000, while the Core 3 100UL has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This absence of data for the Core 3 100UL means the comparison is one-sided: the Core i5-14490F delivers a 3247 single-core score in Cinebench R23 and a 3873 score in Passmark single-thread testing. The Core 3 100UL has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits at the 50th percentile of all CPUs, whereas the Core i5-14490F reaches the 86th percentile with an average benchmark score of 38149.

The Core i5-14490F shows particularly strong multi-threaded performance in the Cinebench suite. Its Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9660 and Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2318 indicate substantial parallel processing capability. The Passmark multi-thread score of 28662 reinforces this pattern, supported by integer math at 87844 and floating point math at 66558. Data compression reaches 340026, while random string sorting hits 35608, all demonstrating robust throughput in varied workloads.

Single-thread performance for the Core i5-14490F is equally decisive. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3247, Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1363, and Cinebench R15 single-core score of 327 show consistent strength across generations of the Cinebench test. Passmark single-thread confirms this with 3873. The extended instructions score of 21731 and data encryption score of 18225 further indicate that the Core i5-14490F handles specialized instruction sets efficiently, while find prime numbers returns 122.

The Core 3 100UL offers no benchmark data to compare. Its percentile rank of 50 places it at the median of all CPUs, but with an average benchmark score of 0, the database records no validated performance measurements. This leaves the head-to-head comparison entirely in favor of the Core i5-14490F, which outperforms the Core 3 100UL by every metric recorded. The nearest rivals to the Core i5-14490F, such as the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T with an average score of 38194 and a delta of -0.1%, and the Intel Core i5-13600KF with 38103 and a delta of 0.1%, show that the Core i5-14490F sits in a tightly contested performance band. The AMD Ryzen 7 250 at 38221 delta -0.2% and Intel Core i5-13600HX at 38261 delta -0.3% are similarly close, indicating the Core i5-14490F is competitive with these mid-range parts, but the gap to the Core 3 100UL is absolute.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Raptor Lake architecture and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node at Intel as the foundry. Both use the Intel Socket 1700 platform. The Core 3 100UL comes from the Raptor Lake-PS codename with a generation label of "Core 3 (Raptor Lake-PS)", while the Core i5-14490F uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and is part of the "Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)" generation. The Core 3 100UL is classified in the Core 3 series, whereas the Core i5-14490F belongs to the Core 14th Gen series.

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 3 100UL provides 6 cores and 8 threads, while the Core i5-14490F delivers 10 cores and 16 threads. This means the Core i5-14490F has 4 additional cores and 8 additional threads, directly supporting its superior multi-threaded benchmark results. Clock speeds also favor the Core i5-14490F: its base clock of 2.50 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz exceed the Core 3 100UL's 1.20 GHz base and 4.50 GHz boost. The Core i5-14490F also has a higher thermal design power of 65 watts compared to 15 watts for the Core 3 100UL, reflecting its greater performance envelope.

Cache hierarchies share the same per-core L1 and L2 allocations: 80 KB L1 per core and 1.25 MB L2 per core for both. The shared L3 cache differs, with the Core 3 100UL offering 10 MB shared and the Core i5-14490F offering 24 MB shared, a 14 MB advantage for the Core i5-14490F. The die size for the Core i5-14490F is recorded as 215 mm², while the Core 3 100UL has no die size data. Transistor counts are absent for both processors.

Memory support is identical: both support DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel memory bus, and neither supports ECC memory. PCIe capabilities differ notably. The Core 3 100UL provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the Core i5-14490F provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), giving the latter both a newer generation and more lanes for expansion. Integrated graphics also separate the two: the Core 3 100UL includes UHD Graphics 64EU, whereas the Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics (N/A). The Core 3 100UL therefore offers a display output option without a discrete GPU, while the Core i5-14490F requires a separate graphics card.

Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning neither supports overclocking. The Core i5-14490F has a part number of SRN35, while the Core 3 100UL's part number is unknown. Release dates differ: the Core 3 100UL was released on 2024-04-07, and the Core i5-14490F was released on 2023-12-31. Both are listed as Active in production status and target the desktop market segment.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 3 100UL has 6 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Does the Core 3 100UL include integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Core 3 100UL includes UHD Graphics 64EU. The Core i5-14490F does not include integrated graphics, with its integrated graphics listed as N/A.

Q: What is the L3 cache difference between the two processors?

A: The Core i5-14490F has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core 3 100UL has 10 MB of shared L3 cache. Both have 80 KB L1 per core and 1.25 MB L2 per core.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Core i5-14490F has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, which is higher than the Core 3 100UL's boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Core i5-14490F also has a higher base clock of 2.50 GHz versus 1.20 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and neither supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the PCIe generation difference?

A: The Core i5-14490F supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 3 100UL supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only).

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded specifications:

• Series: Core 3 for the 100UL versus Core 14th Gen for the i5-14490F
• Cores: 6 versus 10
• Threads: 8 versus 16
• Base clock: 1.20 GHz versus 2.50 GHz
• Boost clock: 4.50 GHz versus 5.00 GHz
• TDP: 15 watts versus 65 watts
• Codename: Raptor Lake-PS versus Raptor Lake-R
• Generation label: "Core 3 (Raptor Lake-PS)" versus "Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)"
• Die size: not recorded versus 215 mm²
• L3 cache: 10 MB shared versus 24 MB shared
• PCIe: Gen 4, 8 lanes (CPU only) versus Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only)
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 64EU versus N/A
• Release date: 2024-04-07 versus 2023-12-31
• Part number: unknown versus SRN35
• Benchmark scores: none recorded versus multiple recorded scores
• Percentile: 50th versus 86th
• Average benchmark score: 0 versus 38149

Both processors share the same manufacturer (Intel), socket (Intel Socket 1700), architecture (Raptor Lake), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache per core (80 KB), L2 cache per core (1.25 MB), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (Dual-channel), ECC memory support (false), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier unlock status (false).

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14490F wins in every category where performance data exists. Its 10 cores and 16 threads, combined with a 5.00 GHz boost clock and 24 MB L3 cache, produce benchmark scores that place it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 and Passmark multi-thread score of 28662 make it suitable for heavy multi-threaded workloads such as rendering, video encoding, and software compilation. Single-thread performance, shown by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3247 and Passmark single-thread score of 3873, supports responsive everyday use and lightly threaded applications. The PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes provides modern expansion bandwidth for discrete GPUs and storage devices. The lack of integrated graphics means a discrete GPU is required, but the data suggests this processor is designed for performance-oriented desktop builds.

The Intel Core 3 100UL wins in the area of integrated graphics, as it includes UHD Graphics 64EU while the Core i5-14490F has none. This makes the Core 3 100UL a self-contained option for systems without a discrete graphics card. Its lower TDP of 15 watts versus 65 watts indicates a more power-efficient design, and its PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes is sufficient for basic expansion needs. The 6 cores and 8 threads with a 4.50 GHz boost clock and 10 MB L3 cache provide a baseline level of processing capability, though the database contains no benchmark scores to quantify its performance. The Core 3 100UL sits at the 50th percentile of all CPUs, which places it at the median, but without recorded benchmark data, its practical performance cannot be compared directly to the Core i5-14490F.

The Verdict

The recorded data makes the choice clear for users seeking maximum performance: the Intel Core i5-14490F is the superior processor. Its benchmark scores are extensive and strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000, a Passmark multi-thread score of 28662, and a single-thread score of 3873. The 10 cores, 16 threads, 5.00 GHz boost clock, and 24 MB L3 cache deliver a level of performance that places it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs. The Core i5-14490F also offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which is a more modern and capable interface for expansion. Users who require high multi-threaded throughput, strong single-thread responsiveness, and up-to-date PCIe connectivity should select the Core i5-14490F, provided they have a discrete GPU because it lacks integrated graphics.

The Intel Core 3 100UL is the appropriate choice for systems that must operate without a discrete graphics card, as its UHD Graphics 64EU provides an integrated display solution. Its 15 watt TDP suggests a lower power draw, and the 6 cores and 8 threads with a 4.50 GHz boost clock offer a basic level of processing capability. However, the absence of any benchmark scores in the database means its actual performance cannot be verified against the Core i5-14490F or any other processor. The 50th percentile ranking, with an average benchmark score of 0, indicates that no validated performance measurements exist. Users who need integrated graphics and lower power consumption might consider the Core 3 100UL, but the Core i5-14490F is the only processor in this comparison with demonstrated benchmark results, and those results are decisively in its favor.