Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core i5-14490F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-14490F is the clear performance leader in this comparison, but the data does not include any direct head-to-head benchmark runs between the two processors. Instead, the database records a substantial benchmark suite for the Core i5-14490F while the Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores, resulting in a 0-0 win split in direct comparisons but a decisive advantage in available data.

The Core i5-14490F's recorded Cinebench scores define its multi-threaded capability. In Cinebench R15, it delivers 2318 points in multi-core and 327 points in single-core. Cinebench R20 shows 9660 multi-core and 1363 single-core. Cinebench R23 records 23000 multi-core and 3247 single-core. These numbers indicate strong scaling across rendering workloads, with multi-core scores approximately seven times higher than single-core scores in each Cinebench iteration, confirming that the processor's 10-core, 16-thread configuration is effectively utilized in threaded rendering tasks.

PassMark results for the Core i5-14490F further characterize its workload-specific strengths. The processor scores 340026 in data compression, 18225 in data encryption, 21731 in extended instructions, 122 in find prime numbers, 66558 in floating point math, 87844 in integer math, 28662 in multithread, 2093 in physics, 35608 in random string sorting, and 3873 in single-thread tests. The data compression score is notably high relative to other PassMark metrics, suggesting strong memory and cache throughput. The integer math score of 87844 also stands out as a particular strength, while the find prime numbers score of 122 is the weakest recorded metric, indicating limited performance in that specific calculation pattern.

Since the Core 3 201TE has no benchmark entries in the database, its relative performance must be inferred from its specifications and its 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs. The Core i5-14490F sits at the 86th percentile, a substantial gap that places it well above the median processor while the Core 3 201TE sits exactly at the median. The Core i5-14490F's average benchmark score of 38149 confirms this positioning, with nearest rivals including the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T at 38194 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core i5-13600KF at 38103 (0.1% lower), the AMD Ryzen 7 250 at 38221 (0.2% higher), and the Intel Core i5-13600HX at 38261 (0.3% higher). These close margins show the Core i5-14490F performing within 0.3% of a tightly clustered group of comparable processors.

The absence of direct head-to-head benchmark data means the comparison rests on the Core i5-14490F's verified scores versus the Core 3 201TE's lack of recorded measurements. The percentile difference alone, 86 versus 50, provides a clear statistical verdict: the Core i5-14490F is positioned far above the median in overall CPU performance, while the Core 3 201TE is positioned exactly at the median.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance according to recorded data?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has recorded Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000, Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9660, and Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2318. The Intel Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F records a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3247, Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1363, Cinebench R15 single-core score of 327, and PassMark single-thread score of 3873. The Intel Core 3 201TE has no recorded single-thread benchmark scores.

Q: What is the core and thread count difference?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor has more cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 12 MB of shared L3 cache. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel memory bus. The Intel Core 3 201TE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the Intel Core i5-14490F does not have a memory bandwidth figure recorded.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics (listed as N/A).

The Verdict

The data clearly favors the Intel Core i5-14490F for any workload requiring substantial processing power. Its 86th percentile ranking versus the Core 3 201TE's 50th percentile, combined with a full suite of verified benchmark scores, places it in a different performance class entirely. The Core i5-14490F delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 and a PassMark multithread score of 28662, figures that no benchmark data contradicts for the Core 3 201TE.

The Core i5-14490F is the choice for users whose applications benefit from 10 cores and 16 threads, particularly rendering, data compression, and integer-heavy calculations. Its PassMark data compression score of 340026 and integer math score of 87844 specifically indicate strong throughput in those task categories. The processor's nearest rivals, all within 0.3% of its average score, confirm that it performs at a level consistent with current mid-to-high range desktop processors.

The Core 3 201TE, with 4 cores and 8 threads, a 12 MB L3 cache, and no recorded benchmarks, serves a different role. Its 45 watt TDP and integrated UHD Graphics 730 make it suitable for systems that do not require a discrete graphics card and where power consumption is a primary constraint. The data shows a processor positioned at the median of all CPUs, meaning average performance for general desktop tasks, but without evidence of the multi-threaded capability that defines the Core i5-14490F.

For users deciding between these two, the benchmark data points decisively to the Core i5-14490F for performance-sensitive applications. The Core 3 201TE's advantages, lower TDP and integrated graphics, are specification-based rather than benchmark-based, and the absence of recorded scores for the Core 3 201TE means its real-world performance cannot be validated against the Core i5-14490F's verified results.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several key specifications. The Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks differ, with the Core 3 201TE at 2.90 GHz and the Core i5-14490F at 2.50 GHz. Boost clocks reverse this relationship: the Core 3 201TE boosts to 4.60 GHz while the Core i5-14490F boosts to 5.00 GHz.

Thermal design power differs significantly. The Core 3 201TE has a 45 watt TDP, while the Core i5-14490F has a 65 watt TDP. This 20 watt difference indicates the Core i5-14490F requires more cooling and power delivery headroom.

L3 cache is doubled in the Core i5-14490F: 24 MB shared versus 12 MB shared in the Core 3 201TE. Both processors use 80 KB L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB L2 cache per core, and both have the same socket (Intel Socket 1700) and PCIe configuration (Gen 5, 16 lanes CPU only).

Memory bandwidth is recorded only for the Core 3 201TE at 76.8 GB/s; the Core i5-14490F has no memory bandwidth figure in the database. ECC memory support differs: the Core 3 201TE supports ECC, while the Core i5-14490F does not.

Integrated graphics separate the two clearly. The Core 3 201TE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics (N/A). This makes the Core 3 201TE a self-contained processor for systems without a discrete GPU, whereas the Core i5-14490F requires a separate graphics card.

The launch MSRP for the Core 3 201TE is $134. The Core i5-14490F has no launch MSRP recorded. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so both are locked for overclocking. The Core 3 201TE has a part number of SRPKDQ5CK, and the Core i5-14490F has a part number of SRN35.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split between these two processors is defined by their codenames and generations. The Intel Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 3 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The Intel Core i5-14490F uses the Raptor Lake-R codename, belongs to the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation, and carries the Raptor Lake architecture designation.

Both processors are manufactured on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. Die size differs: the Core 3 201TE measures 163 mm², while the Core i5-14490F measures 215 mm². This 52 mm² difference reflects the larger core count and doubled L3 cache in the Core i5-14490F. Neither processor has recorded transistor counts.

Cache architecture is similar at the per-core level, with both using 80 KB L1 per core and 1.25 MB L2 per core. The shared L3 cache is the primary architectural distinction: 12 MB for the Core 3 201TE versus 24 MB for the Core i5-14490F. This doubling of shared cache directly supports the Core i5-14490F's higher thread count and larger workload capacity.

The release dates place the Core i5-14490F earlier, with a release date of 2023-12-31, while the Core 3 201TE was released on 2025-01-12. Both processors are currently listed as active in production and target the desktop market segment.

The architecture differences carry practical implications. The Raptor Lake Refresh design in the Core i5-14490F with 10 cores and 16 threads provides the structural basis for its benchmark results, including the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000. The Bartlett Lake design in the Core 3 201TE with 4 cores and 8 threads, despite its higher base clock of 2.90 GHz, has no benchmark data to demonstrate equivalent architectural efficiency.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14490F wins in every benchmark category where data exists. Its recorded scores establish clear advantages in multi-threaded rendering workloads, with Cinebench R23 multi-core at 23000, Cinebench R20 multi-core at 9660, and Cinebench R15 multi-core at 2318. PassMark multithread at 28662 and physics at 2093 reinforce this pattern. For data-intensive tasks, the Core i5-14490F records 340026 in data compression and 87844 in integer math, both strong indicators of throughput in those specific operations.

Single-threaded performance also favors the Core i5-14490F based on available data. Cinebench R23 single-core at 3247, Cinebench R20 single-core at 1363, and PassMark single-thread at 3873 provide verified figures, while the Core 3 201TE has no comparable scores. The Core i5-14490F's 5.00 GHz boost clock supports these results, though the Core 3 201TE's 4.60 GHz boost clock cannot be directly compared without benchmark data.

The Core 3 201TE wins in specification-based categories. Its 45 watt TDP is substantially lower than the Core i5-14490F's 65 watt TDP, making it the more power-efficient choice for systems with limited cooling or power delivery. The integrated UHD Graphics 730 means the Core 3 201TE can operate in a system without a discrete GPU, a capability the Core i5-14490F entirely lacks. ECC memory support on the Core 3 201TE provides another specification advantage for systems requiring error-correcting memory, a feature the Core i5-14490F does not offer.

The release date difference also favors the Core 3 201TE in terms of newer market introduction, with a 2025-01-12 release versus the Core i5-14490F's 2023-12-31 release. However, this temporal advantage does not translate into any recorded performance benefit.

For a use-case split, the data supports the Core i5-14490F for rendering, data compression, encryption, floating-point and integer math, physics calculations, and any multi-threaded workload where its 10 cores and 16 threads can be fully utilized. The Core 3 201TE is the appropriate choice for compact or power-sensitive systems, for configurations without discrete graphics, and for applications requiring ECC memory. The database shows no benchmark scenario where the Core 3 201TE outperforms the Core i5-14490F, but its specification profile addresses system constraints that the Core i5-14490F cannot meet.