Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for this pairing, so the analysis relies on the single benchmark suite available for the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and the absence of any comparable measurements for the Intel Core 3 201TE. The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44253 and a single-core score of 2439. The Core 3 201TE has no benchmark scores in the database, which means no direct numerical comparison can be drawn from the measurements available.

The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus shows strong results across PassMark tests. It records 804322 in data compression, 59097 in data encryption, 63506 in extended instructions, 615 in prime number finding, 229491 in floating point math, 175986 in integer math, 68574 in multithread, 4064 in physics, 96945 in random string sorting, and 5068 in single thread. These numbers place the processor at the 96th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 93785.

The Core 3 201TE holds a 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 0, indicating that no recorded performance data exists for it. As a result, the only head-to-head observation possible is that the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has measurable performance data, while the Core 3 201TE does not. The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus sits near the Intel Xeon 6520P, which has an average score of 93786, a delta of 0 percent. It trails the AMD EPYC 4564P by 1.5 percent, the AMD EPYC 9175F by 1.9 percent, and the AMD EPYC 4565P by 2.1 percent.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural families and foundries. The Intel Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus uses the Arrow Lake Refresh codename, built on a 3 nm process at TSMC. This process difference is substantial, as the 3 nm node allows for a much denser transistor layout, with the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus carrying 17,800 million transistors on a die size of 243 mm². The Core 3 201TE has a smaller die at 163 mm², with no transistor count listed in the database.

Core counts differ sharply. The Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 24 cores and 24 threads. The Core 3 201TE uses simultaneous multithreading to reach 8 threads from 4 cores, whereas the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus does not use multithreading, pairing each core with a single thread. This structural difference means the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus relies entirely on physical core count for its thread count, while the Core 3 201TE doubles its thread capacity through multithreading.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. The Core 3 201TE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger per-core caches on the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus reflect its newer architecture and higher transistor budget.

Clock speeds show a clear gap. The Core 3 201TE has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus also has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking, while the Core 3 201TE has a locked multiplier.

Memory support differs. The Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus supports only DDR5 memory, also dual-channel, but with a higher memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s. Both processors support ECC memory.

Integrated graphics are distinct. The Core 3 201TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus also provides more PCIe lanes, with Gen 5 and 20 lanes for the CPU, compared to the Core 3 201TE's Gen 5 and 16 lanes.

The sockets are different. The Core 3 201TE mounts on Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus uses Intel Socket 1851. Release dates also differ, with the Core 3 201TE released on January 12, 2025, and the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus released on March 10, 2026.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 24 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of each processor?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE boosts to 4.60 GHz, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus boosts to 5.50 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 3 201TE and the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor uses a newer manufacturing process?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus uses a 3 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core 3 201TE uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: How does the L3 cache compare between the two?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What integrated graphics do the two processors include?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus includes Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification field in the database. The Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 24 cores and 24 threads. Base clocks are 2.90 GHz versus 3.70 GHz, and boost clocks are 4.60 GHz versus 5.50 GHz. Power draw differs, with the Core 3 201TE rated at 45 W TDP and the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus at 125 W TDP.

The sockets are different, with the Core 3 201TE on Intel Socket 1700 and the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus on Intel Socket 1851. The process nodes are 10 nm for the Core 3 201TE and 3 nm for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, with the foundry being Intel for the former and TSMC for the latter. Die sizes are 163 mm² for the Core 3 201TE and 243 mm² for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, with a transistor count of 17,800 million listed only for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus.

Cache configurations differ at every level. L1 cache is 80 KB per core for the Core 3 201TE versus 192 KB per core for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core versus 3 MB per core. L3 cache is 12 MB shared versus 36 MB shared.

Memory support differs, as the Core 3 201TE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus supports only DDR5. Memory bandwidth is 76.8 GB/s for the Core 3 201TE and 115.2 GB/s for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. PCIe lane counts differ, with 16 lanes for the Core 3 201TE and 20 lanes for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, both at Gen 5.

Integrated graphics differ, with UHD Graphics 730 on the Core 3 201TE and Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU on the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. The multiplier is locked on the Core 3 201TE and unlocked on the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. Release dates are January 12, 2025, for the Core 3 201TE and March 10, 2026, for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. The launch MSRP for the Core 3 201TE is $134, and the launch MSRP for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is $299.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus wins on every metric with recorded data. Its benchmark suite shows high scores in multi-threaded workloads, with Cinebench R23 multi-core at 44253 and PassMark multithread at 68574. Single-threaded performance is also strong, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 2439 and PassMark single thread at 5068. The processor's 96th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms its position at the upper end of the performance spectrum.

The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus delivers strong results in specialized workloads. PassMark data compression reaches 804322, floating point math reaches 229491, and integer math reaches 175986. Random string sorting hits 96945, extended instructions reach 63506, and data encryption reaches 59097. Physics processing scores 4064, and prime number finding scores 615. These figures indicate strong throughput across content creation, scientific computing, and data processing tasks.

The Intel Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmarks, so no workload-based wins can be identified for it. Its architectural specifications suggest a lower-power design, with a 45 W TDP compared to 125 W for the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, and a smaller core count. The Core 3 201TE supports DDR4 memory, which may be relevant for systems using older memory modules, and it has a lower launch MSRP of $134. However, without benchmark data, the database cannot confirm any performance advantage for the Core 3 201TE in any specific workload.

The Verdict

The recorded data points clearly toward the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus as the higher-performing processor. Its benchmark scores place it at the 96th percentile among all CPUs, with an average score of 93785, while the Core 3 201TE sits at the 50th percentile with no recorded benchmark scores. The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus offers 24 cores, a 5.50 GHz boost clock, 36 MB of L3 cache, and 115.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth, all of which support its measured performance.

The Core 3 201TE presents a different set of characteristics. Its 4 cores and 8 threads, 12 MB of L3 cache, and 76.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth indicate a more modest configuration. Its 45 W TDP and support for DDR4 memory may suit systems with lower power envelopes or existing DDR4 infrastructure. The launch MSRP of $134 positions it below the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus's launch MSRP of $299, but the database does not record any performance data for the Core 3 201TE to evaluate its relative efficiency.

For users seeking maximum measured performance, the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is the only option with supporting benchmark data. Its results across Cinebench and PassMark tests, combined with its 96th percentile ranking, make it the clear choice for high-throughput workloads. The Core 3 201TE, lacking any recorded benchmarks, cannot be assessed for performance in the database, so any selection based on measured data would favor the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. The data confirms the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus as the superior performer in all recorded categories, with the Core 3 201TE offering only its architectural specifications as a basis for consideration.