Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core i5-110 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark scores for the Intel Core 3 201TE against the Intel Core i5-110. Both processors hold a 50th percentile ranking versus all CPUs tracked, and neither has an average benchmark score recorded. The wins column shows zero for each side, indicating that no comparative measurements exist in the current dataset.

Without synthetic or application-specific scores, the comparison must rely on the architectural and specification deltas that are documented. The Core 3 201TE posts a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, which is 0.30 GHz higher than the i5-110’s 4.30 GHz. In single-threaded workloads where peak frequency dominates, the Core 3 201TE holds a theoretical advantage. The i5-110 counters with six physical cores and twelve threads, versus four cores and eight threads on the Core 3 201TE. In multi-threaded tasks, the i5-110’s two additional cores and four additional threads provide a structural lead that clock speed alone cannot erase.

Memory bandwidth further separates the two. The Core 3 201TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a recorded bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the i5-110 supports only DDR4 with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. That is a 34.1 GB/s difference, or approximately 80% higher bandwidth for the Core 3 201TE. For memory-sensitive workloads such as compression, large dataset manipulation, or integrated-graphics gaming, the Core 3 201TE should deliver markedly higher throughput. The i5-110’s PCIe implementation is Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the Core 3 201TE uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The newer PCIe standard doubles the per-lane bandwidth generationally, though the database does not list a numeric lane speed for either processor.

Both CPUs share a 12 MB L3 cache, but the per-core cache distribution differs. The Core 3 201TE allocates 80 KB of L1 and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, while the i5-110 allocates 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 per core. The Core 3 201TE’s L2 cache is roughly five times larger per core, which can reduce memory latency for frequently accessed data within a single core. The i5-110’s smaller L2, combined with its larger core count, means the shared L3 pool must absorb more traffic across the six cores.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 3 201TE ships with UHD Graphics 730, while the i5-110 carries UHD Graphics 630. The database does not record clock speeds or execution units for either iGPU, so the performance delta cannot be quantified. However, the newer UHD 730 is tied to the Bartlett Lake architecture and DDR5 support, which allows higher memory bandwidth for the iGPU. The i5-110’s UHD 630 is limited to DDR4 bandwidth, which historically constrains integrated graphics performance.

Process technology is a clear differentiator. The Core 3 201TE is fabricated on Intel’s 10 nm node, while the i5-110 uses the 14 nm node. The die size for the Core 3 201TE is 163 mm², while the i5-110’s die size is not recorded. The smaller process node typically improves power efficiency and allows higher clock speeds at the same thermal envelope, which is consistent with the Core 3 201TE’s higher boost clock.

The Verdict

The data points to distinct use cases for each processor. The Intel Core 3 201TE is the stronger choice for workloads that benefit from high single-thread frequency, memory bandwidth, and modern platform features. Its 4.60 GHz boost clock, 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth, DDR5 support, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity make it suitable for responsive desktop tasks, light content creation, and systems where the integrated GPU must share system memory. The 10 nm process and 45 W TDP also suggest better thermals and lower power draw, though the database does not list a formal efficiency ratio.

The Intel Core i5-110 is the better option for multi-threaded throughput. Six cores and twelve threads give it a 50% core advantage and a 50% thread advantage over the Core 3 201TE. For rendering, encoding, virtualization, or any parallel workload, the i5-110’s additional physical cores should deliver higher aggregate performance. The 65 W TDP is higher, but the database does not record measured power consumption or thermal output, so the real-world impact remains unquantified.

The i5-110 also holds a launch MSRP of $200, while the Core 3 201TE has a launch MSRP of $134. The database records no performance scores to justify the price delta, but the specification differences show that the i5-110 trades platform modernity for core count. The Core 3 201TE’s lower price, newer process, and faster memory subsystem make it the more modern platform foundation. The i5-110’s older Comet Lake architecture and 14 nm node limit its memory and PCIe capabilities but provide a straightforward multi-core workhorse.

Neither processor has a recorded benchmark win in the head-to-head data. The verdict must therefore rest on the documented specifications. For users prioritizing single-thread speed, memory bandwidth, and platform longevity, the Core 3 201TE is indicated. For users prioritizing core count and thread count for parallel workloads, the i5-110 is indicated.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations. The Intel Core 3 201TE is built on the Bartlett Lake codename, part of the Core 3 generation. The Intel Core i5-110 is built on the Comet Lake architecture, part of the Core i5 generation. The process nodes diverge clearly: Bartlett Lake uses Intel’s 10 nm process, while Comet Lake uses Intel’s 14 nm process. The database does not list the architecture name for the Core 3 201TE beyond its codename, but the 10 nm node and DDR5 support indicate a newer design.

The Core 3 201TE’s die size is 163 mm², while the i5-110’s die size is not recorded. Transistor counts are absent for both. The Core 3 201TE is built on the Intel Socket 1700, which is the LGA1700 platform associated with modern desktop chipsets. The i5-110 uses Intel Socket 1200, the LGA1200 platform from the Comet Lake era. The socket difference means the two processors are not interchangeable in any motherboard.

Cache architecture shows a notable divergence in per-core allocation. The Core 3 201TE uses 80 KB of L1 and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, with a shared 12 MB L3. The i5-110 uses 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 per core, also with a shared 12 MB L3. The Core 3 201TE’s L2 cache is substantially larger per core, which can reduce the frequency of L3 lookups and main-memory accesses for single-threaded code. The i5-110’s larger core count means the L3 must be shared among six cores, leaving 2 MB of L3 per core, versus 3 MB of L3 per core on the Core 3 201TE.

Memory architecture also differs. The Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, with a recorded bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The i5-110 supports only DDR4 in dual-channel configuration, with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. The Core 3 201TE also supports ECC memory, while the i5-110 does not. This gives the Core 3 201TE a reliability feature that is absent on the i5-110.

PCIe connectivity is another architectural divider. The Core 3 201TE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the i5-110 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The database does not list lane counts for other configurations, but the CPU-only lane counts are identical at 16. The Gen 5 standard offers higher transfer rates, though no numeric speed is recorded.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors, as recorded in the database:

• Cores: Core 3 201TE has 4, i5-110 has 6
• Threads: Core 3 201TE has 8, i5-110 has 12
• Boost clock: Core 3 201TE runs at 4.60 GHz, i5-110 runs at 4.30 GHz
• TDP: Core 3 201TE is rated at 45 W, i5-110 is rated at 65 W
• Socket: Core 3 201TE uses Intel Socket 1700, i5-110 uses Intel Socket 1200
• Codename: Core 3 201TE is Bartlett Lake, i5-110 is Comet Lake
• Generation: Core 3 201TE is Core 3 (Bartlett Lake), i5-110 is Core i5 (Comet Lake)
• Process node: Core 3 201TE uses 10 nm, i5-110 uses 14 nm
• Die size: Core 3 201TE is 163 mm², i5-110 is not recorded
• L1 cache: Core 3 201TE has 80 KB per core, i5-110 has 64 KB per core
• L2 cache: Core 3 201TE has 1.25 MB per core, i5-110 has 256 KB per core
• L3 cache: Both have 12 MB shared
• Memory support: Core 3 201TE supports DDR4 and DDR5, i5-110 supports only DDR4
• Memory bandwidth: Core 3 201TE is 76.8 GB/s, i5-110 is 42.7 GB/s
• ECC memory: Core 3 201TE supports it, i5-110 does not
• PCIe: Core 3 201TE is Gen 5 with 16 lanes, i5-110 is Gen 3 with 16 lanes
• Integrated graphics: Core 3 201TE has UHD Graphics 730, i5-110 has UHD Graphics 630
• Launch MSRP: Core 3 201TE is $134, i5-110 is $200
• Release date: Core 3 201TE is 2025-01-12, i5-110 is 2025-09-10
• Part number: Core 3 201TE is SRPKDQ5CK, i5-110 is SA35X

The base clock is identical at 2.90 GHz for both. The memory bus is dual-channel for both. The market segment is desktop for both. The production status is active for both. The multiplier is locked for both. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, which is 0.30 GHz higher than the Intel Core i5-110’s 4.30 GHz.

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare?

A: The Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core i5-110 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The i5-110 has 2 more cores and 4 more threads.

Q: Which processor supports DDR5 memory?

A: The Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core i5-110 supports only DDR4.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The Core 3 201TE records 76.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth, while the Core i5-110 records 42.7 GB/s. The difference is 34.1 GB/s.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Core 3 201TE supports ECC memory, while the Core i5-110 does not.

Q: What are the launch MSRP values for each processor?

A: The Core 3 201TE has a launch MSRP of $134, and the Core i5-110 has a launch MSRP of $200.