Intel Core 3 201E vs Intel Core i7-14700T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a decisive picture: the Intel Core i7-14700T wins all 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core 3 201E does not win a single test. The most significant margin appears in integer math, where the i7-14700T scores 113,854 against the Core 3 201E's 43,894, a gap of 61.4%. This suggests substantial advantage in compute-heavy, parallelized integer workloads.

In Cinebench tests, the i7-14700T holds a consistent 51.5% lead across every variant. For multi-core, the i7-14700T records 2,618 in Cinebench R15 versus 1,271 for the Core 3 201E. In Cinebench R20, the scores are 10,911 versus 5,297. The R23 multi-core test shows 25,980 versus 12,613. Single-core Cinebench results follow the same pattern: the i7-14700T reaches 369 in R15, 1,540 in R20, and 3,667 in R23, while the Core 3 201E scores 179, 747, and 1,780 respectively. The consistent 51.5% delta across all six Cinebench tests indicates a uniform performance gap that scales with core count and clock speed.

PassMark tests show a wider spread of deltas. Data compression favors the i7-14700T at 354,216 versus 164,160, a 53.7% difference. Data encryption shows a 58% gap, with scores of 21,277 and 8,931. Extended instructions testing delivers a 45% difference, with the i7-14700T scoring 20,052 against 11,035. The find prime numbers test shows the largest margin in the PassMark suite at 60.7%, with scores of 145 and 57. Floating point math results are 79,042 versus 33,260, a 57.9% delta. Physics testing shows the smallest multi-threaded gap at 41.4%, with scores of 1,946 and 1,141. Random string sorting produces a 53.9% delta, with 38,546 versus 17,783.

The single-threaded PassMark test reveals a much closer contest. The i7-14700T scores 3,905, while the Core 3 201E scores 3,482, a delta of only 10.8%. This is the narrowest margin in the entire comparison. It indicates that for lightly threaded tasks, the two processors are relatively close in capability, though the i7-14700T still holds the advantage. The multithread PassMark score, in contrast, shows a 51.5% gap, with 30,571 versus 14,839.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-14700T wins all benchmark categories. Its strongest relative performance appears in integer math (61.4% ahead), find prime numbers (60.7% ahead), and data encryption (58% ahead). These are heavily parallel workloads that scale with core count and thread count. The i7-14700T's 20 cores and 28 threads provide a structural advantage over the Core 3 201E's 4 cores and 8 threads.

The Core 3 201E's closest performance comes in single-threaded tasks. The PassMark single-thread test shows only a 10.8% deficit. This means that for legacy software, light office work, or applications that rely on a single fast core, the Core 3 201E remains competitive. Its boost clock of 4.80 GHz helps close the gap with the i7-14700T's 5.20 GHz boost, though it cannot fully overcome the architectural and cache differences.

For multi-threaded rendering, video encoding, compilation, or scientific computing, the i7-14700T is clearly superior. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,980 versus 12,613 demonstrates more than double the throughput in sustained all-core workloads. The data compression and encryption results reinforce this pattern, making the i7-14700T the better choice for server-like tasks or heavy production workloads on a desktop.

The physics test shows the smallest multi-threaded gap at 41.4%, but the i7-14700T still wins. This test may not scale perfectly with core count, but the i7-14700T's higher boost clock and larger L3 cache contribute to its advantage.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the Intel Socket 1700 and are built on the same 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and both include ECC memory support. PCIe connectivity is identical: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The Core 3 201E uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation. It has 4 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is 3.60 GHz and its boost clock is 4.80 GHz. The die size is 163 mm². The L1 cache is 80 KB per core, L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core, and L3 cache is 12 MB shared. Memory bandwidth is listed at 76.8 GB/s. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730. This processor was released on January 12, 2025, with a launch MSRP of $134. The part number is SRVTR.

The i7-14700T uses the Raptor Lake codename, specifically Raptor Lake-R, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with the Raptor Lake Refresh architecture. It has 20 cores and 28 threads. Its base clock is 1.30 GHz and its boost clock is 5.20 GHz. The die size is 257 mm². The L1 cache is 80 KB per core, L2 cache is 2 MB per core, and L3 cache is 33 MB shared. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770. This processor was released on January 7, 2024, with a launch MSRP of $384. The part number is SRN41.

The key architectural differences are core count (20 versus 4), thread count (28 versus 8), base clock (1.30 GHz versus 3.60 GHz), boost clock (5.20 GHz versus 4.80 GHz), L2 cache per core (2 MB versus 1.25 MB), L3 cache (33 MB versus 12 MB), die size (257 mm² versus 163 mm²), and integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770 versus UHD Graphics 730). The i7-14700T also operates at a lower TDP of 35 watts, while the Core 3 201E has a TDP of 60 watts. This is notable: the i7-14700T delivers far higher performance while consuming less power according to the TDP rating. The base clock difference is substantial, with the Core 3 201E running at 3.60 GHz natively versus the i7-14700T's 1.30 GHz base, but the i7-14700T boosts much higher and has far more cores.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700T has 20 cores and 28 threads. The Intel Core 3 201E has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How do the single-core Cinebench R23 scores compare?

A: The i7-14700T scores 3,667 in Cinebench R23 single-core, while the Core 3 201E scores 1,780. The i7-14700T leads by 51.5%.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The i7-14700T has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Core 3 201E has a TDP of 60 watts.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core 3 201E and the i7-14700T support ECC memory.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor use?

A: The Core 3 201E uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i7-14700T uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: What is the L3 cache capacity on each?

A: The i7-14700T has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core 3 201E has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 3 201E | Intel Core i7-14700T |

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

| Cores | 4 | 20 |

| Threads | 8 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 1.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 60 W | 35 W |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Core 3 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Die Size | 163 mm² | 257 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 12 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | Not listed |

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

| Release Date | 2025-01-12 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $134 | $384 |

| Part Number | SRVTR | SRN41 |

The launch MSRP for the Core 3 201E is $134, and for the i7-14700T it is $384. Both processors are active in production and use the same socket, memory support, PCIe configuration, and ECC capability. The i7-14700T offers a larger die, more cache, higher boost clock, and significantly more cores, while the Core 3 201E has a higher base clock and a lower MSRP.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The Intel Core i7-14700T outperforms the Intel Core 3 201E in every recorded test, with margins ranging from 10.8% in single-threaded PassMark to 61.4% in integer math. The i7-14700T's 20 cores and 28 threads deliver more than double the multi-threaded throughput in Cinebench R23, with a score of 25,980 versus 12,613. Its larger 33 MB L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache provide additional headroom for cache-sensitive workloads.

The Core 3 201E remains a viable option for single-threaded applications where its 4.80 GHz boost clock keeps it within 10.8% of the i7-14700T in PassMark single-thread testing. Its lower TDP of 60 watts, while higher than the i7-14700T's 35 watts, may fit simpler cooling solutions. However, the i7-14700T achieves its performance at a lower TDP, making it more efficient per watt.

The i7-14700T sits in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 3 201E is in the 73rd percentile. The average benchmark score for the i7-14700T is 41,914, compared to 19,056 for the Core 3 201E. The i7-14700T's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS with a 0.1% lower score and the Intel Core i7-12850HX with a 0.3% higher score. The Core 3 201E's closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS with essentially identical performance, and the Intel Core i5-12400F with a 0.1% higher score.

For workloads that use many threads, such as rendering, encoding, or heavy compilation, the i7-14700T is the clear choice from the data. For basic desktop tasks that rely on one or two threads, the Core 3 201E offers competitive single-thread performance at a lower launch MSRP. The i7-14700T also provides stronger integrated graphics with the UHD Graphics 770 versus the UHD Graphics 730. Both processors share the same socket, memory support, and PCIe capabilities, so platform compatibility is equivalent. The decision rests on the performance requirements: the i7-14700T dominates in every benchmark category, while the Core 3 201E offers a more modest but still functional single-thread experience.