Intel Core 5 120 vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison
Intel Core 5 120
Core i5-14401TE
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS
Analysis: Intel Core 5 120 vs Intel Core i5-14401TE
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The Intel Core 5 120 holds a decisive advantage in every measured benchmark, as the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded scores in the database. The Core 5 120 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18255 and a single-core score of 2577, while the i5-14401TE has no comparable entries. In Cinebench R20, the Core 5 120 reaches 7667 multi-core and 1082 single-core; in Cinebench R15, it scores 1840 multi-core and 259 single-core. Because the i5-14401TE lacks any benchmark records, all head-to-head comparisons are one-sided. The Core 5 120 also posts 18597 in PassMark multithread and 3595 in PassMark single-thread. The data shows a complete absence of performance data for the i5-14401TE, which means the Core 5 120 stands alone in every measured category.
The Core 5 120 reaches an average benchmark score of 25362, placing it at the 77th percentile among all CPUs. That average is effectively identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D at 25365, with a delta of 0%. It is 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i5-13400F at 25292, and 0.2% behind the Intel Core i7-11700KF at 25423. The i5-14401TE, by contrast, holds a 50th percentile position with an average score of 0, meaning the database has no evidence of its performance. The Core 5 120 also posts strong results in specialized PassMark tests: 219535 in data compression, 11131 in data encryption, 14264 in extended instructions, 45383 in floating point math, and 60462 in integer math. The i5-14401TE has no entries in any of these tests.
Where Each One Wins
The Intel Core 5 120 wins in every category where data exists. For multi-threaded workloads, its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18255 and PassMark multithread score of 18597 indicate strong parallel performance. For single-threaded tasks, its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2577 and PassMark single-thread score of 3595 confirm capable per-core throughput. The i5-14401TE does not appear in any benchmark record, so there are no wins to assign to it. The Core 5 120 also leads in encryption and compression tasks, with PassMark data encryption at 11131 and data compression at 219535. Its integer math result of 60462 and floating point math result of 45383 further reinforce its lead across general compute workloads. The i5-14401TE has no recorded wins in the database, and the only conclusion supported by the data is that the Core 5 120 is the sole performer with measurable results.
Architecture Differences
Both processors use the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node. The Core 5 120 belongs to the Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation, while the i5-14401TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation label. Both use the Intel Socket 1700 and integrate UHD Graphics 730. The Core 5 120 has a die size of 163 mm², while the i5-14401TE has a die size of 215 mm². Both processors feature 6 cores and 12 threads, with 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache differs: the Core 5 120 has 18 MB shared, while the i5-14401TE has 20 MB shared. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and both provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The i5-14401TE supports ECC memory, while the Core 5 120 does not. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.
Specification Differences
The two processors differ in several specification fields, though they share the same core count, thread count, boost clock, socket, architecture, process node, foundry, memory support, memory bus, PCIe configuration, integrated graphics, market segment, production status, and multiplier lock state. The Core 5 120 has a base clock of 2.50 GHz, while the i5-14401TE has a base clock of 2.00 GHz. Both reach a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Core 5 120 has a TDP of 65 watts, while the i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 watts. L3 cache is 18 MB on the Core 5 120 and 20 MB on the i5-14401TE. Die size is 163 mm² for the Core 5 120 and 215 mm² for the i5-14401TE. ECC memory support is absent on the Core 5 120 and present on the i5-14401TE. The Core 5 120 has a launch MSRP of $211, while the i5-14401TE has no launch MSRP recorded. The Core 5 120 was released on 2025-07-30, while the i5-14401TE was released on 2024-06-30. The part numbers also differ: SA35V for the Core 5 120 and Q4T4SRNJP for the i5-14401TE.
FAQ
Q: Which processor has a higher multi-core benchmark score?
A: The Intel Core 5 120 scores 18255 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 18597 in PassMark multithread. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores.
Q: Do both processors use the same socket?
A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 120 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE use Intel Socket 1700.
Q: What is the difference in L3 cache size?
A: The Intel Core 5 120 has 18 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.
Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?
A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 120 does not support ECC memory.
Q: Which processor has a higher base clock?
A: The Intel Core 5 120 has a base clock of 2.50 GHz, compared to 2.00 GHz for the Intel Core i5-14401TE. Both have the same 4.50 GHz boost clock.
Q: How do the average benchmark scores compare?
A: The Intel Core 5 120 has an average benchmark score of 25362 and sits at the 77th percentile among all CPUs. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits at the 50th percentile.
The Verdict
The data supports only one conclusion: the Intel Core 5 120 is the only processor in this comparison with measured performance. It delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18255, a single-core score of 2577, and a PassMark multithread score of 18597. Its average benchmark score of 25362 places it at the 77th percentile, essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D at 25365 and just 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i5-13400F at 25292. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark records and an average score of 0, leaving its performance unverified. The Core 5 120 also has a higher base clock at 2.50 GHz versus 2.00 GHz, a lower TDP of 65 watts versus 45 watts for the i5-14401TE, and a smaller die at 163 mm² versus 215 mm². The i5-14401TE counters with 20 MB of L3 cache versus 18 MB, ECC memory support, and an earlier release date of 2024-06-30 compared to 2025-07-30 for the Core 5 120. Users requiring ECC memory and a lower TDP may favor the i5-14401TE, while users who need verified performance across single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads should rely on the Core 5 120, as it is the only processor in this pair with recorded benchmark results.