Intel Core 3 201E vs Intel Core i5-14501E Comparison

Intel Core 3 201E and Intel Core i5-14501E are both desktop processors on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, but they serve different tiers of performance. The Core 3 201E is a 4-core, 8-thread part with a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the Core i5-14501E is a 6-core, 12-thread part with a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries for these two, so the analysis must rely on the recorded scores for the Core 3 201E and the architectural specifications for both. The Core i5-14501E has no benchmark scores listed in the database, which limits direct numerical comparison.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 3 201E wins in scenarios where its higher base clock of 3.60 GHz and lower 60 W TDP matter. Its recorded single-thread performance is strong for its class, as shown by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1780 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3482. These numbers place it in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, indicating it handles everyday responsiveness and lightly threaded applications competently. Its 12 MB of shared L3 cache is sufficient for typical desktop workloads, and its 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 without bottlenecking routine tasks.

The Core i5-14501E wins in heavily threaded workloads by specification, though direct benchmark scores are absent. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, which is 50% more cores and threads than the Core 3 201E. Its 24 MB of shared L3 cache doubles the Core 3 201E’s 12 MB, which benefits workloads with larger working sets. Its boost clock of 5.20 GHz is 0.40 GHz higher, and its TDP of 65 W is only 5 W more, so it delivers more multi-threaded capability without a major power increase. The Core i5-14501E also integrates UHD Graphics 770, a more capable integrated GPU than the Core 3 201E’s UHD Graphics 730, which matters for systems without a discrete graphics card.

The Core 3 201E’s recorded data shows it performs near the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS and Intel Core i5-12400F, with an average benchmark score of 19056 versus 19047 and 19039 respectively. This places it within 0.1% of those rivals, meaning it matches their overall performance in the database’s measurements. The Core i5-14501E has no such scores, so its wins are prospective based on core count and cache, not measured.

Architecture Differences

Both processors use Intel’s 10 nm process node and are built for the Intel Socket 1700 platform. The Core 3 201E uses the Bartlett Lake codename, while the Core i5-14501E uses Raptor Lake-R, part of the Core 14th Gen series. The Core 3 201E is from the Core 3 generation, and the Core i5-14501E is from the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. Die size differs: the Core 3 201E measures 163 mm², and the Core i5-14501E measures 215 mm², reflecting the larger core and cache configuration of the i5.

L1 and L2 cache are identical per core: 80 KB and 1.25 MB respectively. The L3 cache differs significantly: the Core 3 201E has 12 MB shared, while the Core i5-14501E has 24 MB shared. Both support dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, and both support ECC memory. The Core 3 201E has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s; the Core i5-14501E has no memory bandwidth figure in the database. PCIe support is the same: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 3 201E uses UHD Graphics 730, and the Core i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770. The latter is a higher-tier integrated solution, which typically provides better output for basic display and media tasks. Both processors are locked, meaning the multiplier is not unlocked for overclocking. Production status for both is Active. The Core 3 201E was released on 2025-01-12, while the Core i5-14501E was released earlier on 2024-06-30.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database lists no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors, and the Core i5-14501E has no standalone benchmark scores. Therefore, direct numerical comparison is not possible from the recorded data. The Core 3 201E’s scores can be used as a reference point for its own performance tier.

The Core 3 201E’s Cinebench R23 multicore score is 12613, and its single-core score is 1780. Its Cinebench R20 multicore score is 5297, and single-core is 747. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1271 multicore and 179 single-core. Passmark results for the Core 3 201E include a multithread score of 14839, a single-thread score of 3482, integer math at 43894, floating point math at 33260, data compression at 164160, data encryption at 8931, extended instructions at 11035, physics at 1141, find prime numbers at 57, and random string sorting at 17783. Its average benchmark score is 19056.

The Core i5-14501E’s specifications suggest higher multi-threaded performance due to 6 cores versus 4, and 12 threads versus 8. The 5.20 GHz boost clock versus 4.80 GHz also indicates faster single-thread peaks. The 24 MB L3 cache versus 12 MB provides more cache for data reuse. However, without measured scores, the data cannot quantify the difference. The Core 3 201E’s percentile of 73 shows it sits above the median CPU, while the Core i5-14501E’s percentile of 50 is listed in the database, though this is based on an average benchmark score of 0, which is not a meaningful metric.

The nearest rivals for the Core 3 201E confirm its positioning. The AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS scores 19047 on average, a 0% delta. The Intel Core i5-12400F scores 19039, a 0.1% delta. The Intel Core i5-1335U scores 18982, a 0.4% delta. The AMD EPYC 7773X scores 18979, also a 0.4% delta. These deltas indicate the Core 3 201E is statistically tied with these processors in the database’s average scoring, despite the i5-12400F having 6 cores and 12 threads, which shows the Core 3 201E’s efficiency in its measurements.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 3 201E has 4 cores and 8 threads.

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

A: The Core 3 201E has 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-14501E has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, which is double the amount.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core 3 201E and the Core i5-14501E support ECC memory.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: The Core 3 201E boosts up to 4.80 GHz. The Core i5-14501E boosts up to 5.20 GHz, which is 0.40 GHz higher.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The Core i5-14501E has a TDP of 65 W. The Core 3 201E has a TDP of 60 W, which is 5 W lower.

Q: Are there any benchmark scores for the Core i5-14501E in the database?

A: No, the database lists no benchmark scores for the Core i5-14501E. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed.

The Verdict

The data indicates the Core 3 201E is a measured performer with a 73rd percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 19056, placing it alongside the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS and Intel Core i5-12400F within 0.1%. Its recorded scores show solid single-thread capability, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1780 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3482. For users relying on the database’s measurements, the Core 3 201E delivers verified performance for general desktop tasks, light productivity, and applications that favor single-thread speed.

The Core i5-14501E, by specification, is the stronger multi-threaded option. Its 6 cores, 12 threads, 24 MB L3 cache, and 5.20 GHz boost clock give it a clear structural advantage for parallel workloads like video encoding, compilation, or rendering. The absence of benchmark scores means the data cannot confirm the magnitude of that advantage, but the core count and cache size differences are substantial. Its integrated UHD Graphics 770 is also a step above the Core 3 201E’s UHD Graphics 730, which matters for systems without a discrete GPU.

Users with workloads that scale across many threads should choose the Core i5-14501E based on its core and cache specifications. Users who prioritize a lower 60 W TDP and verified single-thread performance, and who do not need the extra cores, can select the Core 3 201E with confidence from its recorded scores. The Core i5-14501E has no launch MSRP in the database, while the Core 3 201E has a launch MSRP of $134, but pricing is not a factor in this analysis.

Specification Differences

| Field | Intel Core 3 201E | Intel Core i5-14501E |

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

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 8 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 3.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 60 W | 65 W |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Core 3 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Die Size | 163 mm² | 215 mm² |

| L3 Cache | 12 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | null |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release Date | 2025-01-12 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $134 | null |

| Part Number | SRVTR | Q49HSRNJM |

Both processors share the same 10 nm process node, Intel Socket 1700, dual-channel memory support for DDR4 and DDR5, ECC memory support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes, 80 KB L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB L2 cache per core, and a locked multiplier. The Core 3 201E has a higher base clock by 0.30 GHz, while the Core i5-14501E has a higher boost clock by 0.40 GHz and a larger die size by 52 mm².