Intel Core 3 304 vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 3 304 and Intel Core i5-14401TE cannot be directly compared through identical benchmark runs, as the database contains no head-to-head test results for these two processors. The Core 3 304 has a full suite of 17 benchmark scores recorded, while the Core i5-14401TE has no individual benchmark entries. This asymmetry in recorded data means the comparison must rely on the Core 3 304's absolute scores and its position within the broader CPU landscape.

The Core 3 304 delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 5263 and a single-core score of 1765. In Cinebench R20, it records 4160 multicore and 587 single-core. The R15 results show 849 multicore and 264 single-core. PassMark results include a multithread score of 11625, a single-thread score of 3614, integer math at 24640, floating point math at 29722, extended instructions at 9686, data encryption at 8501, data compression at 114775, physics at 868, find prime numbers at 68, and random string sorting at 13659.

The Core 3 304's average benchmark score is 13745, placing it at the 68th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals show tight clustering: the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX averages 13786, a delta of -0.3 percent, the Intel Core i7-8750H averages 13868 at -0.9 percent, the Intel Core 5 120UL averages 13594 at +1.1 percent, and the AMD EPYC 7443 averages 13936 at -1.4 percent. This indicates the Core 3 304 sits within a narrow performance band, effectively matching a high-end desktop Threadripper and a server EPYC part in average score, though those comparisons reflect the aggregate across many tests rather than any single workload.

The Core i5-14401TE, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores and an average benchmark score of zero, which places it at the 50th percentile by default. The data cannot establish any performance advantage for the i5-14401TE in any workload, as no measurements exist for it. The Core 3 304, therefore, holds every measurable performance data point in this comparison.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel design families. The Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename with a generation label of "Core 3 (Wildcat Lake)" and a 3 nm process node. The Core i5-14401TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, a generation label of "Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)", and a 10 nm process node. Both are fabricated by Intel, but the 3 nm node represents a newer manufacturing generation.

The Core i5-14401TE has a larger die size at 215 mm², while the Core 3 304 has no die size recorded. Transistor counts are not recorded for either processor. The Core i5-14401TE carries the Core 14th Gen series designation, while the Core 3 304 has no series field in the database.

Cache structures differ substantially. The Core 3 304 has 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-14401TE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. With 6 cores, the i5-14401TE's per-core L1 totals 480 KB and L2 totals 7.5 MB, giving it more aggregate cache at every level.

The integrated graphics differ: the Core 3 304 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core, while the Core i5-14401TE uses UHD Graphics 730. The Core 3 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Core i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure recorded. The i5-14401TE supports ECC memory; the Core 3 304 does not. PCIe capabilities also differ: the Core 3 304 provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes, while the Core i5-14401TE provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the Core 3 304 wins in every category where a measurement exists. Its Cinebench scores demonstrate strong multithreaded capability for a 5-core, 5-thread mobile part, with an R23 multicore result of 5263 and R20 at 4160. The single-core results, R23 at 1765 and R20 at 587, show solid per-thread performance. PassMark single-thread at 3614 confirms this.

The Core i5-14401TE wins in structural attributes rather than measured performance. It offers 6 cores and 12 threads versus the Core 3 304's 5 cores and 5 threads, which indicates a potential advantage in heavily threaded workloads that the database cannot quantify without benchmark results. Its 20 MB shared L3 cache versus 6 MB suggests better performance in cache-sensitive tasks. Its dual-channel memory bus and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 give it broader memory compatibility. Its Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes substantially exceeds the Gen 4, 6-lane configuration of the Core 3 304, which matters for expansion and discrete GPU connectivity.

The Core 3 304's single-channel memory bus at 59.7 GB/s is a constraint for memory-intensive applications, though the recorded bandwidth figure provides a concrete reference. The i5-14401TE has no bandwidth number recorded, so a direct comparison is not possible.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification. The Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads; the Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are 1.50 GHz versus 2.00 GHz, and boost clocks are 4.30 GHz versus 4.50 GHz. Thermal design power is 15 W for the Core 3 304 and 45 W for the Core i5-14401TE, a significant difference in power envelope.

The Core 3 304 uses the Intel BGA 1516 socket and targets the mobile segment. The Core i5-14401TE uses the Intel Socket 1700 and targets the desktop segment. The Core 3 304's process node is 3 nm; the i5-14401TE's is 10 nm. The i5-14401TE has a recorded die size of 215 mm²; the Core 3 304 has none listed.

Memory support differs: the Core 3 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X only, while the i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bus width is single-channel for the Core 3 304 and dual-channel for the i5-14401TE. ECC memory is available on the i5-14401TE but not on the Core 3 304. PCIe generation and lane counts differ: Gen 4, 6 lanes versus Gen 5, 16 lanes. Integrated graphics are Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) versus UHD Graphics 730.

The Core 3 304 has a launch MSRP of $309 and a release date of April 15, 2026. The Core i5-14401TE has no launch MSRP recorded and a release date of June 30, 2024. Both are active production parts, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. Part numbers are SAE3K for the Core 3 304 and Q4T4SRNJP for the i5-14401TE.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Core 3 304 has an average benchmark score of 13745, placing it at the 68th percentile. The Core i5-14401TE has an average benchmark score of 0, with no individual benchmark results recorded.

Q: Do these processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Core 3 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a single-channel bus. The Core i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, and it also supports ECC memory.

Q: What process nodes do these processors use?

A: The Core 3 304 uses a 3 nm process node. The Core i5-14401TE uses a 10 nm process node. Both are fabricated by Intel.

Q: How does the Core 3 304 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core 3 304 averages 13745, which is 0.3 percent below the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (13786), 0.9 percent below the Intel Core i7-8750H (13868), 1.1 percent above the Intel Core 5 120UL (13594), and 1.4 percent below the AMD EPYC 7443 (13936).

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Core i5-14401TE has a higher boost clock at 4.50 GHz, compared to the Core 3 304's 4.30 GHz. The i5-14401TE also has a higher base clock at 2.00 GHz versus 1.50 GHz.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear choice for the Intel Core 3 304 in any scenario where measured performance matters. Its average benchmark score of 13745 places it at the 68th percentile, and its nearest rivals include desktop and server processors with nearly identical averages. The Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark data, so no performance conclusion can be drawn for it.

The Core 3 304's 5-core, 5-thread configuration with a 4.30 GHz boost clock delivers Cinebench R23 scores of 5263 multicore and 1765 single-core, plus PassMark multithread and single-thread scores of 11625 and 3614. Its 15 W TDP and 3 nm process indicate a highly power-efficient mobile design. The 59.7 GB/s memory bandwidth over a single-channel bus is a limiting factor, but the recorded scores show it competes with much larger processors.

The Core i5-14401TE offers structural advantages that the database cannot validate: 6 cores, 12 threads, a 4.50 GHz boost clock, 20 MB of shared L3 cache, dual-channel memory, ECC support, and Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes. These specifications suggest it could outperform the Core 3 304 in multithreaded desktop workloads, but without benchmark results, that remains speculative. Its 45 W TDP and 10 nm process indicate a higher-power design that trades efficiency for potential capability.

For mobile users prioritizing efficiency and verified performance, the Core 3 304 is the only choice with recorded data. For desktop builders requiring a Socket 1700 part with ECC support and broader PCIe connectivity, the Core i5-14401TE offers the necessary specifications, though its performance cannot be confirmed from the database. The verdict hinges on the data available: the Core 3 304 is the measured performer, and the Core i5-14401TE is an unverified specification sheet.