Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core 7 150UL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Core 3 201TE and the Intel Core 7 150UL. Both processors hold a percentile rank of 50 among all CPUs, and their average benchmark scores are listed as zero in the available data. Because the head-to-head benchmark array is empty, there are no exact performance scores, no per-test deltas, and no win counts to compare between the two parts. The absence of measured results means any claim about which chip is faster in a specific workload cannot be substantiated from the database.

What can be compared directly is the structural capability of each processor, which is recorded in the specification fields. The Core 7 150UL uses 10 cores and 12 threads, while the Core 3 201TE uses 4 cores and 8 threads. The Core 7 150UL has a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus 4.60 GHz on the Core 3 201TE. However, the Core 3 201TE has a higher base clock of 2.90 GHz against the Core 7 150UL’s 1.70 GHz. The Core 7 150UL carries a 15 W TDP, whereas the Core 3 201TE carries a 45 W TDP. These figures indicate the Core 7 150UL is positioned for lower sustained power draw, while the Core 3 201TE is positioned for higher sustained clock operation at a greater power envelope.

Without measured benchmark outcomes, the only quantitative performance indicators are the clock speeds, core counts, thread counts, and cache sizes. The Core 7 150UL offers 12 threads, which is 50% more than the Core 3 201TE’s 8 threads. It also offers 10 cores, which is 150% more than the Core 3 201TE’s 4 cores. The shared L3 cache is identical at 12 MB for both processors, and the per-core L1 and L2 caches are also identical at 80 KB and 1.25 MB respectively. The Core 3 201TE’s base clock is 1.20 GHz higher than the Core 7 150UL’s base clock, which suggests higher performance in lightly threaded tasks that rely on sustained single-core frequency, assuming equal IPC and similar thermal conditions. The Core 7 150UL’s boost clock is 0.40 GHz higher, which suggests a higher ceiling for short-duration burst workloads.

The memory bandwidth figure is recorded only for the Core 3 201TE at 76.8 GB/s; the Core 7 150UL has no memory bandwidth value in the database. Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The Core 3 201TE supports ECC memory, while the Core 7 150UL does not. The Core 3 201TE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while the Core 7 150UL uses PCIe Gen 4 with 8 CPU lanes. These differences affect expansion capability and memory integrity features, but they do not translate into benchmark scores.

Where Each One Wins

In the absence of benchmark scores, the wins are determined by specification advantages. The Core 7 150UL wins on multi-threaded capacity: it has 10 cores and 12 threads, which is a 6-core and 4-thread advantage over the Core 3 201TE. Workloads that scale with thread count, such as parallel compilation, rendering, or virtualization, would benefit from the higher core and thread counts, assuming the 15 W TDP does not throttle sustained operation. The Core 7 150UL also wins on peak boost frequency, reaching 5.00 GHz, which is 0.40 GHz higher than the Core 3 201TE’s 4.60 GHz. This provides a higher burst performance ceiling for short-duration single-threaded tasks.

The Core 3 201TE wins on sustained base frequency: 2.90 GHz is 1.20 GHz higher than the Core 7 150UL’s 1.70 GHz. This indicates the Core 3 201TE maintains a higher minimum clock under load, which can be advantageous for workloads that run continuously without reaching boost thresholds. The Core 3 201TE also wins on platform connectivity: PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes versus PCIe Gen 4 with 8 CPU lanes. This doubles the lane count and upgrades the generation, providing twice the theoretical lane bandwidth and newer device support. The Core 3 201TE additionally supports ECC memory, which the Core 7 150UL lacks, making it the only option for error-correcting memory configurations.

The Core 3 201TE has a higher TDP of 45 W versus 15 W, which indicates a larger sustained power budget. This can translate to longer sustained high-frequency operation, provided the cooling solution can dissipate the heat. The Core 7 150UL’s 15 W TDP indicates a much lower power envelope, which is suited for passively cooled or thermally constrained systems. The integrated graphics differ: the Core 3 201TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core 7 150UL uses Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. The Iris Xe part has 96 execution units, which is a larger graphics configuration, but no benchmark scores exist to quantify the difference.

The Core 3 201TE was released on 2025-01-12, while the Core 7 150UL was released on 2024-04-07. The Core 3 201TE is based on Bartlett Lake on a 10 nm process, while the Core 7 150UL is based on Raptor Lake-PS, also on a 10 nm process. Both are manufactured by Intel and use Intel Socket 1700. The Core 3 201TE has a recorded die size of 163 mm², while the Core 7 150UL has no die size recorded. No transistor counts are recorded for either part.

The Verdict

From the recorded data, the Core 7 150UL is the stronger choice for workloads that require high core counts and thread counts, such as parallel processing tasks that can utilize 10 cores and 12 threads. Its 5.00 GHz boost clock gives it the highest single-core burst frequency of the two. The 15 W TDP makes it suitable for low-power or thermally constrained systems, but the low base clock of 1.70 GHz means sustained heavy loads may rely heavily on boost behavior and power management.

The Core 3 201TE is the stronger choice for workloads that require sustained base frequency, ECC memory support, or higher-bandwidth PCIe connectivity. Its 2.90 GHz base clock is significantly higher, and its 45 W TDP allows a larger sustained power draw. The PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes provides more expansion bandwidth than the Core 7 150UL’s PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes. ECC memory support makes it suitable for data integrity-sensitive applications.

Neither processor has a recorded benchmark score, so no performance ranking can be assigned. The database shows both with a percentile rank of 50, indicating an average position among all CPUs, but with zero average benchmark scores, this percentile is not backed by measured results. The Core 3 201TE has a launch MSRP of $134; the Core 7 150UL has no launch MSRP recorded. The Core 3 201TE’s part number is SRPKDQ5CK, while the Core 7 150UL’s part number is unknown. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL has 10 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel Core 3 201TE has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 150UL does not 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 7 150UL has a TDP of 15 W.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has a base clock of 2.90 GHz. The Intel Core 7 150UL has a base clock of 1.70 GHz.

Q: Do both processors use the same socket?

A: Yes, both use Intel Socket 1700.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes and a newer PCIe generation?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The Intel Core 7 150UL has PCIe Gen 4 with 8 CPU lanes.

Q: What is the shared L3 cache size for each?

A: Both processors have 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor use?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE uses UHD Graphics 730. The Intel Core 7 150UL uses Iris Xe Graphics 96EU.

Q: What is the release date for each?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE was released on 2025-01-12. The Intel Core 7 150UL was released on 2024-04-07.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 3 201TE is based on the Bartlett Lake architecture with the codename Bartlett Lake, while the Intel Core 7 150UL is based on the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-PS. Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel’s foundry. The Core 3 201TE has a die size of 163 mm², while the Core 7 150UL has no die size recorded. No transistor counts are available for either part.

The memory support is identical in type: both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The Core 3 201TE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the Core 7 150UL has no memory bandwidth value listed. The Core 3 201TE supports ECC memory, while the Core 7 150UL does not. The Core 3 201TE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while the Core 7 150UL uses PCIe Gen 4 with 8 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics differ: the Core 3 201TE uses UHD Graphics 730, and the Core 7 150UL uses Iris Xe Graphics 96EU.

The Core 3 201TE has a production status of Active, as does the Core 7 150UL. Both are classified as desktop market segment processors. The Core 3 201TE has a recorded part number of SRPKDQ5CK, while the Core 7 150UL’s part number is unknown. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 3 201TE has a launch MSRP of $134; the Core 7 150UL has no launch MSRP recorded.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the Intel Core 3 201TE and the Intel Core 7 150UL:

• Cores: 4 (Core 3 201TE) versus 10 (Core 7 150UL)
• Threads: 8 (Core 3 201TE) versus 12 (Core 7 150UL)
• Base clock: 2.90 GHz (Core 3 201TE) versus 1.70 GHz (Core 7 150UL)
• Boost clock: 4.60 GHz (Core 3 201TE) versus 5.00 GHz (Core 7 150UL)
• TDP: 45 W (Core 3 201TE) versus 15 W (Core 7 150UL)
• Architecture: Bartlett Lake (Core 3 201TE) versus Raptor Lake (Core 7 150UL)
• Codename: Bartlett Lake (Core 3 201TE) versus Raptor Lake-PS (Core 7 150UL)
• Generation: Core 3 (Bartlett Lake) (Core 3 201TE) versus Core 7 (Raptor Lake-PS) (Core 7 150UL)
• Die size: 163 mm² (Core 3 201TE) versus not recorded (Core 7 150UL)
• Memory bandwidth: 76.8 GB/s (Core 3 201TE) versus not recorded (Core 7 150UL)
• ECC memory support: Yes (Core 3 201TE) versus No (Core 7 150UL)
• PCIe: Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) (Core 3 201TE) versus Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) (Core 7 150UL)
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 730 (Core 3 201TE) versus Iris Xe Graphics 96EU (Core 7 150UL)
• Release date: 2025-01-12 (Core 3 201TE) versus 2024-04-07 (Core 7 150UL)
• Launch MSRP: $134 (Core 3 201TE) versus not recorded (Core 7 150UL)
• Part number: SRPKDQ5CK (Core 3 201TE) versus unknown (Core 7 150UL)

Identical specifications include the socket (Intel Socket 1700), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache (80 KB per core), L2 cache (1.25 MB per core), L3 cache (12 MB shared), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), market segment (desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier unlocked status (false for both).