Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 258V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V carries the full weight of recorded benchmark data in this comparison. The database contains a complete suite of Cinebench, Geekbench, and PassMark results for the Ultra 7 258V, while the Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores. This absence of data for the Core 3 201TE means the quantitative comparison relies entirely on the Ultra 7 258V's measured performance.

The Cinebench R23 multicore test shows the Ultra 7 258V scoring 10301 points. For context, the Ultra 7 258V sits at the 74th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 20454. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600, posts an average score of 20468, a delta of -0.1%, meaning the Ultra 7 258V trails that chip by a razor-thin margin. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G scores 20425, putting the Ultra 7 258V ahead by 0.1%. The AMD EPYC 9454P and EPYC 7713 sit at 20422 and 20363 respectively, with deltas of 0.2% and 0.4% in the Ultra 7 258V's favor.

Single-thread performance on the Ultra 7 258V reaches 1872 points in Cinebench R23 and 2100 in Geekbench single-core. The Cinebench R20 results show 6739 multicore and 951 single-core, while Cinebench R15 records 1596.5 multicore and 285 single-core. These figures indicate a processor that delivers strong per-core throughput, which matters for lightly threaded workloads.

The PassMark suite adds another dimension. The Ultra 7 258V achieves 18887 in multithread, 4018 in single-thread, 42889 in integer math, 57372 in floating-point math, and 14717 in extended instructions. Data compression scores 176686, data encryption reaches 13534, and random string sorting completes at 21580. Prime number finding posts 185, while physics simulation scores 1565.

The Core 3 201TE, by contrast, offers no baseline for comparison. The database records zero benchmark scores for that processor. The percentile ranking for the Core 3 201TE is 50, compared to the Ultra 7 258V's 74, but without measured results, that percentile appears to reflect positioning rather than direct testing. The Core 3 201TE's average benchmark score is listed as 0.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Ultra 7 258V has an average benchmark score of 20454. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 averages 20468, a delta of -0.1%, making the two effectively equivalent. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G averages 20425, which places it 0.1% behind the Ultra 7 258V. The AMD EPYC 9454P and EPYC 7713 average 20422 and 20363, trailing by 0.2% and 0.4% respectively.

Q: What is the highest single-core score recorded for the Ultra 7 258V?

A: The highest single-core result in the database is 2100 points in Geekbench single-core. Cinebench R23 single-core scores 1872, Cinebench R20 single-core scores 951, and Cinebench R15 single-core scores 285. PassMark single-thread records 4018.

Q: Does the Core 3 201TE have any recorded benchmark performance?

A: No. The database lists no benchmark entries for the Core 3 201TE. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and its percentile ranking among all CPUs is 50. All performance comparisons in this page are therefore based on the Ultra 7 258V's measured results alone.

Q: How much faster is the Ultra 7 258V in multicore workloads compared to single-core?

A: In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 10301 is roughly 5.5 times the single-core score of 1872. In Cinebench R20, multicore at 6739 is about 7.1 times single-core at 951. In Cinebench R15, multicore at 1596.5 is about 5.6 times single-core at 285. PassMark multithread at 18887 is about 4.7 times single-thread at 4018.

Q: What memory bandwidth does the Ultra 7 258V support?

A: The Ultra 7 258V supports LPDDR5X memory in a dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. This is substantially higher than the Core 3 201TE's 76.8 GB/s.

Q: Where does the Ultra 7 258V rank among all CPUs in the database?

A: The Ultra 7 258V sits at the 74th percentile among all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 20454 places it within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G, AMD EPYC 9454P, and AMD EPYC 7713 by margins of 0.1% to 0.4%.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear distinction between these two processors. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V delivers measured performance across every benchmark category in the database. It scores 10301 in Cinebench R23 multicore, 9325 in Geekbench multicore, and 18887 in PassMark multithread. Its single-core results, including 2100 in Geekbench and 4018 in PassMark single-thread, confirm strong per-thread capability. The 74th percentile ranking and an average score of 20454 put it in the same performance class as the AMD Ryzen 5 5600, differing by only 0.1%.

The Intel Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark data. Its percentile ranking of 50 suggests mid-pack positioning, but the absence of measured scores means no quantitative verdict can be drawn from testing. The processor targets the desktop segment with 4 cores and 8 threads, a 45 watt TDP, and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

For users choosing between these two based on the database, the Ultra 7 258V is the only option with verified performance metrics. Its results indicate strong multicore and single-core throughput, and its nearest rivals in the database are all within 0.4% of its average score, showing that it competes effectively with established desktop processors. The Core 3 201TE remains an unmeasured quantity, so any performance assessment for that chip would require separate testing.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every physical and functional specification. The Core 3 201TE uses 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Ultra 7 258V uses 8 cores and 8 threads. The Core 3 201TE has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Ultra 7 258V has a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Although the Ultra 7 258V starts at a lower base frequency, it boosts 0.20 GHz higher.

Power consumption differs sharply. The Core 3 201TE carries a 45 watt TDP, while the Ultra 7 258V operates at 17 watts. That 28 watt gap indicates the Ultra 7 258V is designed for mobile efficiency, which aligns with its Intel BGA 2833 socket. The Core 3 201TE uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop platform.

Memory support also diverges. The Core 3 201TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth and ECC memory enabled. The Ultra 7 258V supports LPDDR5X in dual-channel mode with 136.5 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC support. The Ultra 7 258V's memory bandwidth is nearly double that of the Core 3 201TE.

PCIe connectivity differs by lane count. The Core 3 201TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Ultra 7 258V provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ as well: the Core 3 201TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Ultra 7 258V uses Arc 140V.

Architecture Differences

The manufacturing process and design philosophy separate these two chips fundamentally. The Core 3 201TE is built on a 10 nm process by Intel and belongs to the Bartlett Lake codename family. It is part of the Core 3 generation, with a die size of 163 mm². The Ultra 7 258V uses a 3 nm process fabricated by TSMC, belongs to the Lunar Lake architecture, and has no recorded die size. The process node difference, from 10 nm to 3 nm, represents a significant generational jump in transistor density and power efficiency.

Cache organization differs between the two. The Core 3 201TE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 7 258V has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 7 258V therefore provides more than double the L1 and L2 cache per core, while L3 capacity is identical at 12 MB.

The core count difference is structural. The Core 3 201TE uses 4 cores with 8 threads, indicating hyper-threading on each physical core. The Ultra 7 258V uses 8 cores with 8 threads, meaning no hyper-threading and a one-to-one core-to-thread ratio. The Ultra 7 258V's 8 physical cores likely provide better parallel throughput in threaded workloads, though the Core 3 201TE's 8 threads may help in lightly threaded scenarios.

The market segments differ: the Core 3 201TE is a desktop part, while the Ultra 7 258V is a mobile part. Release timing also differs, with the Core 3 201TE released on January 12, 2025, and the Ultra 7 258V released on September 23, 2024. The Ultra 7 258V is part of the Core Ultra Series 2, while the Core 3 201TE carries no series designation.

Where Each One Wins

The Ultra 7 258V wins every category where recorded data exists. Its 8 cores, higher boost clock, larger per-core caches, and 3 nm process give it measurable advantages in multicore throughput, single-core speed, and memory bandwidth. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10301 and Geekbench multicore score of 9325 reflect strong parallel performance. The PassMark multithread score of 18887 confirms this. Single-core results, including 1872 in Cinebench R23 and 2100 in Geekbench, show that the higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz translates into real per-thread gains.

The Core 3 201TE holds advantages only in specifications that do not require benchmark verification. It offers 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, compared to 4 on the Ultra 7 258V, which makes it more suitable for desktop configurations with multiple expansion cards or high-bandwidth storage. It supports ECC memory, a feature the Ultra 7 258V lacks, which matters for error-sensitive computing environments. It also supports DDR4 and DDR5, providing flexibility in memory selection, while the Ultra 7 258V is limited to LPDDR5X.

The Ultra 7 258V's 17 watt TDP versus the Core 3 201TE's 45 watt TDP indicates that the Ultra 7 258V delivers its performance at less than half the power budget. This efficiency advantage, combined with the integrated Arc 140V graphics, positions it as a capable mobile processor. The Core 3 201TE's integrated UHD Graphics 730 and desktop socket make it a conventional desktop part.

The data suggests that for workloads measured by the database, the Ultra 7 258V is the stronger processor. For scenarios requiring ECC memory, 16 PCIe lanes, or DDR4 compatibility, the Core 3 201TE offers features the Ultra 7 258V cannot match, but those advantages are not reflected in benchmark scores because none are recorded for that chip.