Intel Core 5 120 vs Intel Core i5-14501TE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 120 has a complete set of benchmark results recorded in the database, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has no recorded benchmark scores at all. This makes direct performance comparisons impossible from the available data. The Core 5 120 sits in the 77th percentile among all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 25,362. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D at 25,365 (0% delta), the Intel Core i7-11700KF at 25,423 (-0.2%), the Intel Core i5-13400F at 25,292 (+0.3%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U at 25,432 (-0.3%).

The Core 5 120 shows particular strength in multithreaded workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18,255, Cinebench R20 multicore score of 7,667, and Cinebench R15 multicore score of 1,840 all indicate solid sustained throughput. The PassMark multithread score of 18,597 reinforces this pattern. Single-thread performance is also respectable, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 2,577, Cinebench R20 single-core at 1,082, and Cinebench R15 single-core at 259. The PassMark single-thread score reaches 3,595.

Specialized workloads reveal distinct strengths. The PassMark data compression score of 219,535 is notably high, suggesting strong performance in compression and archiving tasks. Floating-point math at 45,383 and integer math at 60,462 show balanced arithmetic capability. Extended instructions score 14,264, while random string sorting reaches 21,499. Data encryption scores 11,131, and physics simulation scores 1,333. The find prime numbers test returns 77, which is the lowest individual score in the set.

The Core i5-14501TE, by contrast, has zero benchmark entries. The database records no Cinebench, PassMark, or any other performance results for this processor. Its percentile ranking of 50 reflects the absence of data rather than measured performance. With no average benchmark score and no nearest rivals listed, the database treats this chip as an unknown quantity in terms of observed performance.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same fundamental architecture. Both use Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh design, built on Intel's 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. Both are desktop parts using Intel Socket 1700. Both have 6 cores and 12 threads. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus. Both provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Both have locked multipliers.

The differences begin with clock speeds. The Core 5 120 has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Core i5-14501TE has a lower base clock of 2.20 GHz but a higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz. This suggests the Core i5-14501TE can reach higher peak frequencies under boost conditions but runs at a lower sustained base frequency.

Thermal design power differs considerably. The Core 5 120 has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Core i5-14501TE has a TDP of 45 watts. The lower TDP of the Core i5-14501TE indicates it is designed for more power-constrained environments, potentially limiting sustained performance despite the higher boost clock.

Cache configurations diverge in the L3 segment. Both share 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core. However, the Core 5 120 has 18 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core i5-14501TE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This 6 MB difference in L3 capacity could affect performance in cache-sensitive workloads.

Die size also differs. The Core 5 120 measures 163 mm², while the Core i5-14501TE measures 215 mm². Despite both being labeled as Raptor Lake-R, the larger die on the Core i5-14501TE suggests a different physical implementation.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 5 120 includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Core i5-14501TE includes UHD Graphics 770. ECC memory support is another differentiator: the Core 5 120 does not support ECC memory, while the Core i5-14501TE does.

Release timing separates the two parts. The Core 5 120 launched on 2025-07-30 with a launch MSRP of $211. The Core i5-14501TE launched earlier on 2024-06-30 and has no recorded launch MSRP in the database. Both are marked as Active in production status.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear asymmetry. The Intel Core 5 120 is a fully characterized processor with benchmark results across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and multiple PassMark tests. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has no benchmark results in the database, making direct performance comparison impossible.

From the data available, the Core 5 120 demonstrates solid mid-range desktop performance. Its 77th percentile ranking places it above the median CPU in the database. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, matches its average score almost exactly at 25,365 versus 25,362, a 0% difference. The Intel Core i7-11700KF trails by 0.2% at 25,423. The Intel Core i5-13400F is 0.3% ahead at 25,292. The AMD Ryzen 7 7840U is 0.3% behind at 25,432. These near-identical scores suggest the Core 5 120 performs in a tightly contested performance band.

For the Core i5-14501TE, the absence of benchmark data means the database cannot confirm any performance claims. Its 45 watt TDP and higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz suggest a different design intent, possibly favoring burst workloads over sustained throughput. The larger L3 cache of 24 MB could benefit certain workloads, but without measured results, this remains speculative.

Users requiring verified performance data should consider the Core 5 120, as its benchmark scores are fully documented. The Core i5-14501TE offers ECC memory support and a higher boost clock on paper, but the database contains no evidence of its actual performance.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: Both processors have exactly 6 cores and 12 threads. Neither has an advantage in core count.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core 5 120 has a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Core i5-14501TE is rated for a higher peak frequency.

Q: Does the Core i5-14501TE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Core i5-14501TE supports ECC memory. The Core 5 120 does not support ECC memory.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Core 5 120 has 18 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core i5-14501TE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-14501TE has 6 MB more L3 cache.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The Core 5 120 has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Core i5-14501TE has a TDP of 45 watts. The Core i5-14501TE is rated for lower power consumption.

Q: Which processor has better benchmark scores?

A: The Core 5 120 has extensive benchmark scores recorded, with an average benchmark score of 25,362 and a 77th percentile ranking. The Core i5-14501TE has no benchmark scores recorded in the database, so no comparison can be made.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no head-to-head benchmark entries between the Intel Core 5 120 and the Intel Core i5-14501TE. The wins counter shows 0 for both processors. This means no direct comparative test results exist in the database.

For the Core 5 120, the available benchmark scores provide context for its performance level. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 18,255 and single-core score of 2,577 indicate a balanced performer. The Cinebench R20 scores of 7,667 multicore and 1,082 single-core follow a similar pattern. Cinebench R15 shows 1,840 multicore and 259 single-core.

PassMark results for the Core 5 120 span multiple workload types. The multithread score of 18,597 and single-thread score of 3,595 establish the overall throughput range. Data compression at 219,535 stands out as the highest individual score. Integer math at 60,462 and floating-point math at 45,383 show strong arithmetic processing. Extended instructions at 14,264 and random string sorting at 21,499 indicate capable handling of specialized operations. Data encryption at 11,131 and physics at 1,333 complete the picture. The find prime numbers score of 77 is the outlier in the set.

Since the Core i5-14501TE has no benchmark scores, there are no wins to attribute to it in any test category. The data cannot show where it would outperform or underperform relative to the Core 5 120. The only comparative information comes from architectural specifications: the Core i5-14501TE has a higher boost clock, larger L3 cache, lower TDP, and ECC support, while the Core 5 120 has a higher base clock and a smaller die size.

The absence of head-to-head data means the database cannot confirm whether the Core i5-14501TE's higher boost clock translates into better single-thread performance, or whether its larger L3 cache improves cache-sensitive workloads. These questions remain open pending future benchmark data.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the Intel Core 5 120 and the Intel Core i5-14501TE:

• Base Clock: Core 5 120 at 2.50 GHz, Core i5-14501TE at 2.20 GHz
• Boost Clock: Core 5 120 at 4.50 GHz, Core i5-14501TE at 5.10 GHz
• TDP: Core 5 120 at 65 watts, Core i5-14501TE at 45 watts
• Die Size: Core 5 120 at 163 mm², Core i5-14501TE at 215 mm²
• L3 Cache: Core 5 120 at 18 MB shared, Core i5-14501TE at 24 MB shared
• ECC Memory Support: Core 5 120 does not support, Core i5-14501TE supports
• Integrated Graphics: Core 5 120 has UHD Graphics 730, Core i5-14501TE has UHD Graphics 770
• Release Date: Core 5 120 on 2025-07-30, Core i5-14501TE on 2024-06-30
• Launch MSRP: Core 5 120 at $211, Core i5-14501TE has no recorded MSRP
• Part Number: Core 5 120 as SA35V, Core i5-14501TE as Q49KSRNJN
• Series Designation: Core 5 120 has no series listed, Core i5-14501TE is in the Core 14th Gen series

Shared specifications include 6 cores, 12 threads, Intel Socket 1700, Raptor Lake architecture with Raptor Lake-R codename, 10 nm process node, Intel foundry, 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, Desktop market segment, Active production status, and locked multipliers.