Intel Core 3 201E vs Intel Core i3-14100T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core 3 201E wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core i3-14100T claims only 2 wins. The average benchmark score for the Core 3 201E is 19056, placing it in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs. The i3-14100T averages 17648, sitting in the 71st percentile. That difference of roughly 8% in average score is reflected consistently across nearly every workload.

The largest margin appears in PassMark physics testing, where the Core 3 201E scores 1141 versus 973 for the i3-14100T, a 17.3% advantage. This is the single biggest delta in the entire comparison. Random string sorting shows a 14.1% lead (17783 versus 15579), and data encryption shows a 13.3% lead (8931 versus 7881). These three workloads suggest that the Core 3 201E handles both floating-point-heavy and memory-intensive tasks with notably more headroom.

In Cinebench multi-core tests, the Core 3 201E leads by 8.6% across all three versions: R15 (1271 versus 1170), R20 (5297 versus 4877), and R23 (12613 versus 11612). Single-core Cinebench results follow the same pattern, with R15 at 179 versus 165 (8.5%), R20 at 747 versus 688 (8.6%), and R23 at 1780 versus 1639 (8.6%). These consistent deltas indicate a uniform clock-speed advantage rather than workload-specific behavior.

Integer math shows an 8.9% lead (43894 versus 40292), while floating-point math shows a 6% lead (33260 versus 31379). Extended instructions also favor the Core 3 201E by 6% (11035 versus 10414). Data compression is 7.5% ahead (164160 versus 152636), and PassMark multi-thread is 8.6% ahead (14839 versus 13662). The smallest margin is in prime number finding, where the Core 3 201E scores 57 versus 56, a 1.8% edge that is nearly negligible.

The i3-14100T’s only wins are in PassMark single-thread and the duplicate singlethread test, both scoring 3498 versus 3482, a 0.5% margin. This is a narrow victory and does not indicate a meaningful single-core advantage; it is within measurement noise. The Core 3 201E still wins every Cinebench single-core test by 8.5% to 8.6%, which contradicts the PassMark single-thread result. The data shows that the i3-14100T’s single-thread lead in PassMark is isolated and not reproduced in Cinebench.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 3 201E is the clear performance leader in every multi-threaded and most single-threaded benchmarks. For rendering, physics simulation, encryption, compression, and general compute-heavy tasks, the Core 3 201E delivers between 6% and 17.3% more performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12613 versus 11612 means the Core 3 201E is about 8.6% faster in sustained multi-core rendering workloads. The PassMark physics score of 1141 versus 973 puts the Core 3 201E 17.3% ahead, which is the strongest single result in the comparison.

The i3-14100T wins only in PassMark single-thread testing, scoring 3498 versus 3482. This 0.5% margin is the only place where the i3-14100T appears on top, and it does not extend to Cinebench single-core results. In practical terms, the i3-14100T offers no meaningful performance advantage in any workload category. Its 35W TDP versus the Core 3 201E’s 60W TDP suggests a power efficiency difference, but the benchmark data does not include efficiency metrics. The i3-14100T’s lower base clock of 2.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz, compared to 3.60 GHz and 4.80 GHz on the Core 3 201E, explain most of the performance gap.

For users prioritizing raw throughput, the Core 3 201E is the pick. For users constrained by power limits or thermal envelopes, the i3-14100T’s 35W TDP may be preferable, though the performance cost is consistent across nearly all tests. The data does not record any workload where the i3-14100T outperforms the Core 3 201E by more than 0.5%.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same Intel Socket 1700, 10 nm process node, and Intel foundry. They also have identical core and thread counts: 4 cores and 8 threads each. Cache configurations match exactly: 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, and both support ECC memory. Both use Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes from the CPU, and both integrate UHD Graphics 730.

The Core 3 201E comes from the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation. The i3-14100T uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename and is part of the Core 14th Gen series. This architectural difference is notable because Bartlett Lake is a newer design, released on 2025-01-12, while the i3-14100T launched on 2024-01-07. The Core 3 201E has no recorded architecture field in the database, but its codename and generation indicate a distinct lineage.

The die size is identical at 163 mm² for both, and both have the same 80 KB L1 and 1.25 MB L2 per core. The Core 3 201E records a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the i3-14100T does not have a recorded memory bandwidth figure. Both support dual-channel memory, so the bandwidth difference is likely due to clock and memory controller settings rather than a structural difference.

The base clock differs significantly: 3.60 GHz on the Core 3 201E versus 2.70 GHz on the i3-14100T. Boost clocks are 4.80 GHz versus 4.40 GHz. TDP is 60W versus 35W. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 3 201E has part number SRVTR, while the i3-14100T uses SRMX0. Both have a launch MSRP of $134.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 3 201E wins all three Cinebench multi-core tests by 8.6%: R15 (1271 versus 1170), R20 (5297 versus 4877), and R23 (12613 versus 11612). PassMark multi-thread also favors the Core 3 201E at 14839 versus 13662.

Q: Does the i3-14100T beat the Core 3 201E in any benchmark?

A: Yes, in PassMark single-thread and PassMark singlethread, both scoring 3498 versus 3482, a 0.5% margin. This is the only category where the i3-14100T wins.

Q: Are the cache configurations identical?

A: Yes, both have 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3. There is no difference in cache size between the two.

Q: What is the TDP difference?

A: The Core 3 201E has a TDP of 60W, while the i3-14100T has a TDP of 35W. This makes the i3-14100T a lower-power part, though the benchmark data does not include efficiency measurements.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both list ECC memory support as true. They also both support DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Core 3 201E boosts to 4.80 GHz, while the i3-14100T boosts to 4.40 GHz. The base clocks are 3.60 GHz and 2.70 GHz, respectively.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors:

• Base clock: 3.60 GHz (Core 3 201E) versus 2.70 GHz (i3-14100T)
• Boost clock: 4.80 GHz versus 4.40 GHz
• TDP: 60W versus 35W
• Codename: Bartlett Lake versus Raptor Lake-R
• Architecture: Not recorded for Core 3 201E; Raptor Lake for i3-14100T
• Generation: Core 3 (Bartlett Lake) versus Core i3 (Raptor Lake Refresh)
• Series: Not recorded for Core 3 201E; Core 14th Gen for i3-14100T
• Memory bandwidth: 76.8 GB/s for Core 3 201E; not recorded for i3-14100T
• Release date: 2025-01-12 versus 2024-01-07
• Part number: SRVTR versus SRMX0

All other recorded specifications are identical: 4 cores, 8 threads, 10 nm process, Intel foundry, 163 mm² die size, 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, 12 MB shared L3, DDR4/DDR5 dual-channel memory, ECC support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, UHD Graphics 730, desktop market segment, active production status, a $134 launch MSRP, and a locked multiplier.

The Verdict

The data points decisively to the Intel Core 3 201E as the higher-performance processor. It wins 15 of 17 benchmarks, with margins ranging from 1.8% in prime number finding to 17.3% in physics. The average benchmark score of 19056 versus 17648 places the Core 3 201E in the 73rd percentile, two points above the i3-14100T’s 71st percentile. The nearest rivals for the Core 3 201E include the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS with a 0% delta, the Intel Core i5-12400F with a 0.1% delta, and the Intel Core i5-1335U with a 0.4% delta. The i3-14100T’s nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-13100F with a 0% delta and the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE with a 0.2% delta.

The Core 3 201E is the right choice for anyone who prioritizes multi-threaded performance, physics simulation, encryption, compression, or sustained rendering. Its 8.6% consistent lead across Cinebench versions indicates a reliable advantage in CPU-bound workloads. The i3-14100T’s only measurable win, a 0.5% PassMark single-thread margin, is too small to recommend it for single-threaded tasks, especially since the Core 3 201E wins all Cinebench single-core tests by 8.5% to 8.6%.

The i3-14100T does offer a lower 35W TDP compared to 60W, which may matter in thermally constrained systems. However, the benchmark data does not include power efficiency metrics, so the performance-per-watt relationship is not quantified. For raw performance, the Core 3 201E delivers a clear, consistent advantage across nearly every recorded workload, and the i3-14100T should be considered only for scenarios where the 35W TDP is a strict requirement. The Core 3 201E is also the newer release by roughly a year, which aligns with its higher clock speeds and benchmark results.