Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E is the clear performance leader across every recorded benchmark category. The database shows zero wins for the Intel Core 3 201TE, while the Core i7-14701E wins all 17 recorded benchmark tests. This is not a close contest; the Core i7-14701E holds an 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the Core 3 201TE sits at the 50th percentile.

The use-case split is straightforward. For single-threaded workloads, the Core i7-14701E delivers a 4.60 GHz boost clock versus 4.60 GHz on the Core 3 201TE, but the Core i7 achieves higher scores due to its architecture. For multi-threaded workloads, the Core i7-14701E doubles the core count (8 cores versus 4) and doubles the thread count (16 threads versus 8), which translates directly into substantial benchmark advantages. The Core 3 201TE remains a capable desktop processor for lighter tasks, but the data consistently favors the Core i7-14701E in every measurable scenario.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E boosts up to 5.40 GHz, while the Intel Core 3 201TE boosts up to 4.60 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 3 201TE and the Intel Core i7-14701E support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What integrated graphics do they use?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Intel Core i7-14701E uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: Which processor was released more recently?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE was released on January 12, 2025, while the Intel Core i7-14701E was released on June 30, 2024.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a decisive advantage for the Intel Core i7-14701E in all categories. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core i7-14701E scores 22,195 points, a figure that reflects its 8-core/16-thread configuration. The Core 3 201TE has no recorded score in this test, but its 4-core/8-thread layout and lower core count indicate a much lower ceiling. The single-core Cinebench R23 result for the Core i7-14701E is 3,133 points, driven by its 5.40 GHz boost clock.

In PassMark tests, the Core i7-14701E shows particularly strong results in data compression (282,939 points) and floating point math (61,873 points). The integer math score reaches 81,325 points, while the multithread score is 26,112 points. Single-thread performance is 4,305 points. These numbers place the Core i7-14701E among the top performers in its class, with an average benchmark score of 33,206.

The nearest rivals in the database for the Core i7-14701E include the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (average score 33,201, delta 0%), the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS (average score 33,244, delta -0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (average score 33,091, delta 0.3%), and the Intel Core i7-13650HX (average score 33,089, delta 0.4%). These deltas are all within 0.4 percentage points, indicating that the Core i7-14701E sits in a tightly competitive performance band among these processors.

The Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, which makes direct numerical comparison impossible for that unit. However, the percentile ranking (50th versus 83rd) and the core/thread disparity provide a clear qualitative picture: the Core i7-14701E dominates in all multi-threaded and single-threaded scenarios where data exists.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads. The base clock differs: the Core i7-14701E runs at 2.60 GHz, while the Core 3 201TE runs at 2.90 GHz. The boost clock favors the Core i7-14701E at 5.40 GHz versus 4.60 GHz for the Core 3 201TE.

Thermal design power differs, with the Core i7-14701E rated at 65 watts and the Core 3 201TE at 45 watts. The die size is larger on the Core i7-14701E at 257 mm², compared to 163 mm² for the Core 3 201TE. L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the Core i7-14701E versus 1.25 MB per core on the Core 3 201TE. L3 cache is 33 MB shared on the Core i7-14701E versus 12 MB shared on the Core 3 201TE.

Memory bandwidth is listed as 76.8 GB/s for the Core 3 201TE, while the Core i7-14701E has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. Both use the same socket (Intel Socket 1700) and the same PCIe configuration (Gen 5, 16 lanes CPU only). Both support ECC memory. The integrated graphics differ: UHD Graphics 730 on the Core 3 201TE versus UHD Graphics 770 on the Core i7-14701E.

The release dates differ, with the Core 3 201TE launching on January 12, 2025, and the Core i7-14701E launching on June 30, 2024. The Core 3 201TE has a launch MSRP of $134, while the Core i7-14701E has no recorded launch MSRP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The part numbers are SRPKDQ5CK for the Core 3 201TE and Q49FSRNJK for the Core i7-14701E.

Architecture Differences

The Core 3 201TE is based on the Bartlett Lake architecture, with a codename of Bartlett Lake, and belongs to the Core 3 generation. The Core i7-14701E is based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a codename of Raptor Lake-R, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series (specifically the Core i7 Raptor Lake Refresh generation).

Both processors are manufactured on a 10 nm process node and are fabricated by Intel. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core for both. The process node being the same suggests similar transistor characteristics, though the Core i7-14701E has a larger die (257 mm² versus 163 mm²), which accommodates the additional cores and cache.

The Core i7-14701E benefits from a newer architecture generation (Raptor Lake Refresh) compared to the Bartlett Lake-based Core 3 201TE. This architectural difference contributes to the Core i7-14701E's higher boost clock (5.40 GHz versus 4.60 GHz) and its superior benchmark performance. The Core i7-14701E also has a more advanced integrated graphics solution (UHD Graphics 770 versus UHD Graphics 730).

Neither processor includes 3D V-Cache, and neither has a listed transistor count. The market segment for both is Desktop, and both are currently marked as Active in production status. The Core i7-14701E's architecture supports its higher core count and larger cache hierarchy, which directly explains the performance gap observed in the benchmark data.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14701E is the superior processor in every recorded benchmark category. With double the cores (8 versus 4), double the threads (16 versus 8), a higher boost clock (5.40 GHz versus 4.60 GHz), and nearly three times the L3 cache (33 MB versus 12 MB), the Core i7-14701E delivers a commanding performance advantage. Its 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, compared to the 50th percentile for the Core 3 201TE, confirms this hierarchy.

The Core 3 201TE is a lower-power part (45 watts versus 65 watts) with a lower launch MSRP of $134. It is suitable for systems where power consumption is a primary concern and where the workload does not demand high core counts. The Core 3 201TE's 2.90 GHz base clock is higher than the Core i7-14701E's 2.60 GHz, but this advantage is reversed at boost frequencies.

For users prioritizing multi-threaded performance, the Core i7-14701E is the clear choice based on the benchmark results. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22,195 and PassMark multithread score of 26,112 demonstrate its capability in parallel workloads. For single-threaded tasks, the Core i7-14701E's 5.40 GHz boost clock and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,133 provide the edge.

The data does not support any scenario where the Core 3 201TE outperforms the Core i7-14701E. The Core 3 201TE's lower core count and smaller cache mean it will lag in both lightly threaded and heavily threaded applications. The only advantages held by the Core 3 201TE are a lower TDP (45 watts versus 65 watts) and a lower launch MSRP, but these do not translate into any benchmark wins.

The nearest rivals for the Core i7-14701E, including the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H and the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS, all sit within 0.4 percentage points of its average benchmark score, indicating that the Core i7-14701E is competitively positioned among top-tier mobile and desktop processors. The Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores and no nearest rivals in the database, which limits direct comparison but also underscores its lower performance tier.

The verdict is unambiguous: the Intel Core i7-14701E is the performance choice, while the Intel Core 3 201TE serves as a lower-power alternative that sacrifices performance for efficiency. The benchmark data, percentile rankings, and architectural specifications all point to the same conclusion.