Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 201TE and Intel Core 5 223PE occupy distinctly different positions within the Bartlett Lake family, and the recorded benchmark data shows a clear separation of capabilities. The Core 3 201TE is a 4-core, 8-thread processor with a 2.90 GHz base clock and a 4.60 GHz boost clock. The Core 5 223PE doubles the core count to 8 cores and 16 threads, raises the boost clock to 5.20 GHz, and expands the shared L3 cache from 12 MB to 24 MB. These structural differences translate directly into workload-specific outcomes.

The Core 5 223PE wins every single benchmark in the database, with zero wins recorded for the Core 3 201TE. This is not a close contest. In multi-threaded productivity workloads, the Core 5 223PE dominates. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a score of 26455, while the Core 3 201TE has no recorded score in the database, meaning all comparative analysis must rely on the Core 5's absolute performance and its position among rivals. The Core 5 223PE also delivers strong single-thread results, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3734 and a PassMark single-thread score of 4219.

For memory-intensive operations, the Core 5 223PE again takes the lead. The database records a PassMark data compression score of 346623, data encryption at 18448, and extended instructions at 24672. Floating point math reaches 76468, integer math hits 99819, and random string sorting completes at 35798. The multithread score of 31124 and physics score of 2493 round out a comprehensive sweep.

The Core 3 201TE, by contrast, has no benchmark entries in the database. Its percentile ranking of 50 against all CPUs indicates mid-pack positioning, while the Core 5 223PE sits at the 87th percentile. The Core 5's average benchmark score of 40585 places it within a tight cluster of rivals. It sits 0.1% above the Intel Core 7 253PE (40557), 0.2% above the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (40518), 0.1% below the Intel Xeon 6357P (40630), and 0.3% below the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G (40718). These deltas are minimal, suggesting the Core 5 223PE operates at the same performance tier as those processors.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core 5 223PE is the superior processor across all measured dimensions. Its 8 cores and 16 threads provide double the parallelism of the Core 3 201TE, and its 5.20 GHz boost clock gives it a higher peak frequency. The 24 MB shared L3 cache doubles the 201TE's 12 MB, and the memory bandwidth advantage (89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s) further reinforces its lead. The Core 5 223PE also carries a launch MSRP of $232.

The Core 3 201TE, with its launch MSRP of $134, still holds relevance as a compact, lower-power entry point. Its 45 W TDP versus the 65 W TDP of the Core 5 223PE makes it the more thermally restrained option, and both processors share the same Intel Socket 1700, the same 10 nm process node, the same UHD Graphics 730 integrated graphics, and the same Gen 5 PCIe implementation with 16 CPU lanes. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, both feature dual-channel memory buses, and both support ECC memory.

For users prioritizing multi-threaded performance, the Core 5 223PE is the clear choice based on the recorded benchmark results. For those with lighter workloads where the 45 W TDP and lower launch MSRP matter more, the Core 3 201TE remains a functional option, though its lack of benchmark data in the database means its relative performance cannot be quantified here.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between these two processors, and the Core 3 201TE has no benchmark scores recorded at all. The analysis therefore relies entirely on the Core 5 223PE's absolute scores and its nearest rival comparisons.

Cinebench R15 multi-core on the Core 5 223PE returns 2666 points, with a single-core score of 376. Cinebench R20 shows a multi-core score of 11111 and a single-core score of 1568. Cinebench R23, the most frequently cited of the three versions, delivers 26455 in multi-core and 3734 in single-core. These results place the Core 5 223PE in the upper tier of desktop processors, consistent with its 87th percentile ranking.

PassMark results follow the same pattern. The multithread score of 31124, single-thread score of 4219, and the various sub-tests (data compression at 346623, data encryption at 18448, extended instructions at 24672, find prime numbers at 159, floating point math at 76468, integer math at 99819, physics at 2493, and random string sorting at 35798) all indicate robust all-around performance.

Against its nearest rivals, the Core 5 223PE shows a near-tie across the board. The 0.1% lead over the Intel Core 7 253PE and the 0.2% lead over the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H are within measurement noise. The 0.1% deficit to the Intel Xeon 6357P and the 0.3% deficit to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G are similarly marginal. The average benchmark score of 40585 places it squarely in a competitive cluster where no single processor holds a decisive advantage.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 201TE have any benchmark wins over the Intel Core 5 223PE?

A: No. The database records zero wins for the Core 3 201TE. The Core 5 223PE wins every benchmark listed, with 17 individual test scores recorded against none for the Core 3 201TE.

Q: What is the core and thread difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, exactly double the core count and thread count.

Q: How does the Core 5 223PE compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Core 5 223PE has an average benchmark score of 40585. It sits 0.1% above the Intel Core 7 253PE (40557), 0.2% above the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (40518), 0.1% below the Intel Xeon 6357P (40630), and 0.3% below the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G (40718).

Q: Do both processors use the same socket and integrated graphics?

A: Yes. Both use Intel Socket 1700 and both feature UHD Graphics 730 integrated graphics. Both also support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, use Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes, and support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has a TDP of 45 W. The Intel Core 5 223PE has a TDP of 65 W.

Q: What are the launch MSRPs of the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has a launch MSRP of $134. The Intel Core 5 223PE has a launch MSRP of $232.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Bartlett Lake codename and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node at Intel foundries. The generation field lists the Core 3 201TE as "Core 3 (Bartlett Lake)" and the Core 5 223PE as "Core 5 (Bartlett Lake)", confirming they belong to the same architectural family despite their different core configurations.

The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core for both. The L2 cache differs: the Core 3 201TE has 1.25 MB per core, while the Core 5 223PE has 2 MB per core. The L3 cache doubles from 12 MB shared on the Core 3 201TE to 24 MB shared on the Core 5 223PE. This additional cache capacity, combined with the extra cores, gives the Core 5 223PE a substantial advantage in workloads that benefit from larger working sets and higher thread counts.

The die size is listed as 163 mm² for the Core 3 201TE, while no die size is recorded for the Core 5 223PE. Transistor counts are not available for either processor.

Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus. The memory bandwidth figures differ significantly: the Core 3 201TE achieves 76.8 GB/s, while the Core 5 223PE reaches 89.6 GB/s. The higher bandwidth on the Core 5 223PE aligns with its larger L3 cache and higher core count, allowing better feeding of the additional execution resources.

ECC memory support is present on both processors, and both use Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics are the same UHD Graphics 730 on both.

Specification Differences

The core count differs: 4 cores on the Core 3 201TE versus 8 cores on the Core 5 223PE. Thread counts follow accordingly: 8 threads versus 16 threads.

Base clocks are identical at 2.90 GHz for both processors. Boost clocks differ, with the Core 3 201TE reaching 4.60 GHz and the Core 5 223PE reaching 5.20 GHz. This 0.6 GHz boost advantage for the Core 5 223PE contributes to its single-thread performance edge.

TDP differs: 45 W for the Core 3 201TE versus 65 W for the Core 5 223PE. The higher TDP reflects the additional cores and higher boost clock.

L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB on the Core 3 201TE versus 2 MB on the Core 5 223PE. L3 cache is 12 MB shared versus 24 MB shared. Memory bandwidth is 76.8 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s.

The release dates differ substantially. The Core 3 201TE was released on January 12, 2025. The Core 5 223PE has a release date of March 8, 2026. The part numbers also differ: SRPKDQ5CK for the Core 3 201TE and SA4QF for the Core 5 223PE.

The die size is recorded at 163 mm² for the Core 3 201TE but is not listed for the Core 5 223PE. The production status is Active for both processors.

The percentile rankings differ significantly: the Core 3 201TE sits at the 50th percentile against all CPUs, while the Core 5 223PE sits at the 87th percentile. The average benchmark score is 0 for the Core 3 201TE due to the absence of recorded benchmarks, while the Core 5 223PE achieves an average score of 40585. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.